Lauren Picard
Denver
Summary
Spirited Coach committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence.
Student-athlete, communicating with teammates, and coaches to solve problems, leveraging diplomatic skills. Balance full class schedule with athletics through efficiency and determination. Self-motivated to work toward ultimate goals. Very perceptive and detail-oriented, applying analytical thinking to understand work outcomes and strategies to achieve goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Sports Coach
Denver Parks and Recreation
09.2025 - Current
- Supervised practices and games, prioritizing safety for participants.
- Developed practice guidelines for injury prevention.
- Led weekly practices for youth volleyball teams, teaching fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship in an engaging, age‑appropriate way.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits
- Developed relationships with players to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Ensured player safety by supervising warm‑ups, monitoring fatigue, and reinforcing safe play techniques.
- Communicated clearly with players and parents regarding schedules, expectations, and player progress.
Volleyball Team Captain
Redline Athletics
10.2023 - Current
- Motivated the team to perform their best during each match.
- Maintained a positive attitude and encouraged teammates during difficult situations.
- Assisted in developing strategies for upcoming matches.
- Encouraged sportsmanship among teammates both on and off the court.
- Managed the behavior of team members while on the court or at tournaments.
- Attended all scheduled games, practice sessions, and team meetings.
- Played at various positions according to team needs to boost chances of winning.
- Followed team guidelines and standards.
- Trained regularly on individual and team basis to optimize abilities and technique.
- Practiced good sportsmanship before, during and after sporting events and practices.
- Memorized team formations, strategies and rotations.
- Showed discipline and responsible nature during and outside of competitions.
Student Council Secretary
Northfield High School
08.2023 - Current
- Organized team-building activities to foster a sense of camaraderie among members of the Student Council.
- Communicated with other members of the council to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Assisted with developing budgets for various projects undertaken by the Student Council.
- Developed strategies for increasing student participation in school activities or programs sponsored by the Student Council.
- Coordinated with external vendors when necessary for supplies or services needed by the council.
- Prepared reports on upcoming events, fundraising initiatives, budget allocations. for review by the council president.
- Ensured that deadlines were met for any school related events or needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northfield High School
Denver, CO01-2027
Skills
- Role modeling
- Strong leadership
- Physical fitness
- Group management
- Sportsmanship
- Meeting coordination
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Leadership
Accomplishments
Elected Student Council Representative: Created detailed and persuasive campaign that student body referenced when voting for the best fit member. During my time in office I helped coordinate and plan several successful school wide event and fundraisers that benefited my community.
Chosen Volleyball Team Captain: Collaborated with and encouraged my teammates, which their trust within me then led to them voting me captain
Varsity Athlete: vigorously worked and trained for many years to get to an experienced level that met the requirements of my school
Youth Coach: supervised two team of 10 players and helped lead them to success on various occasions.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Youth Sports Coach
Denver Parks and Recreation
09.2025 - Current
Volleyball Team Captain
Redline Athletics
10.2023 - Current
Student Council Secretary
Northfield High School
08.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Northfield High School