Elijah Whelchel
Lacrosse Coach
Denver
Summary
Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support. Proponent of detailed finance and resource management to maintain positive perception of program and expand competitive opportunities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head JV Lacrosse Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach
Northfield HS - Denver Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Helped team reach the Colorado 4A State Final during the 2024 Season
Head JV Lacrosse Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach
Blair HS - Montgomery County Public School
02.2023 - Current
- Led and motivated lacrosse team members to new heights of athleticism, gameplay and sportsmanship.
- Organized practice sessions, exercise and conditioning to improve player performance.
- Coordinated seasonal, non-traditional season and off-season activities in support of lacrosse team.
Director of Recruiting and Coach
Cavalier Lacrosse Club
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Researched, identified, and communicated with potential athletes and their families through various strategies
- Developed relationships with athletes to understand their skills and cultural match to the program
- Collaborated with peers to reach wider audiences
- Increased membership by 10%
- Assisted athletes with the college recruiting process
Head Boys Lacrosse Coach
Stone Bridge HS - Loudoun County Public Schools
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Oversaw 40+ athletes, 6 team managers, and 2 assistant coaches
- Directed training, conditioning, and performance of the varsity athletic team and lead, supervised, and assisted, assistant coaches in their efforts with teams assigned to them
- Directed, supervised, and regularly evaluated performance of all assistant coaches
- Deliver clear instruction to players on how to improve their performance and meet their individual goals
- Oversaw fundraising and budgeting of the program
Education
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA 05.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA 08.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
Public Speaking
Time Management
Presentation Skills
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Independent and Collaborative Working
Timeline
Head JV Lacrosse Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach
Northfield HS - Denver Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
Head JV Lacrosse Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach
Blair HS - Montgomery County Public School
02.2023 - Current
Director of Recruiting and Coach
Cavalier Lacrosse Club
08.2020 - 11.2022
Head Boys Lacrosse Coach
Stone Bridge HS - Loudoun County Public Schools
09.2019 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Mercyhurst University
05.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History
Mercyhurst University
08.2014 - 05.2018
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