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LAURA HUGHES 1126 Horner Dr Sierra Vista, AZ 85635 (480) 418-3076 | Full Resume
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PROFILE Results-oriented and highly motivated University Coach with proven experience in the field of education and recruiting. Possess 15 years of comprehensive background in instruction with highly-developed leadership and motivational techniques.
Areas of Expertise
Education & Instruction Marketing & Presentations
Teambuilding/Motivation Staff Hiring & Mgt.
Recruiting/Hiring Student Advocacy
Strategic Planning Conflict Resolution
Program Development Event Planning/Public Relations & Implementation Website Development
¨ Utilize hands-on approach to instill highly competitive spirit and positive mental attitude with emphasis on strong work ethic. Develop critical individual and team skills to achieve optimal performance while demonstrating on-going commitment to organizational goals.
¨ Implement key teaching strategies and capitalize on individual talents through positive reinforcement techniques. Well-organized professional able to utilize state-of-the-art information technology programs to achieve recruiting goals.
¨ Evaluate individual performance and develop team strategies, and prepare organizational reports. Proficient in various recruiting databases, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Photoshop.
EXPERIENCE
2011-Present COCHISE COLLEGE, Douglas, AZ
Head Women’s Basketball Coach
1995 to 2011 ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY (ASU), Tempe, AZ
Assistant Coach, Women’s Basketball
Achievements
¨ Conducted coaching for 2010 Recruiting Class ranked 15th in the U.S. The ASU team was also recognized as Pac 10 Conference Tournament winner. Supported program that was subsequently ranked as “Elite 8” in the U.S. in 2008 and 2006. ASU was also ranked nationally in the “Sweet Sixteen” in 2008, 2007 and 2005. Supported team that participated in 11 consecutive post-season appearances including tournaments and playoffs to the present. Coached #6 pick in the WNBA draft. Instrumental in developing 17 team members to play professionally overseas in the last 15 years.
¨ Team maintained position on “All Academic Team” in the Pac 10 from 2005 to 2010. Positively impacted team morale through teambuilding, motivational techniques, mentoring and problem solving while maintaining proactive interaction with players. Taught life skills and ensured superior academic performance through monitoring. Communicated closely with academic coach and arranged for tutoring.
¨ Achieved 100% team member graduation rate from 1995 to present. Served as advocate for individual team members with regard to academic performance. Maintained emphasis on discipline and testing preparation while ensuring positive outcomes in working with academic coach and tutors.
¨ Participated in planning and implementation of osteoporosis fundraiser for last five consecutive years from 2005 to 2010.
EDUCATION
NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY, Tempe, AZ
Masters Degree, Secondary Education, 1995
Graduate Assistant, Women’s Basketball Team, Two Years.
SANTA CLARA COLLEGE, Santa Clara, CA
Bachelor of Science, Biology
PROFILE Results-oriented and highly motivated University Coach with proven experience in the field of education and recruiting. Possess 15 years of comprehensive background in instruction with highly-developed leadership and motivational techniques.
Areas of Expertise
Education & Instruction Marketing & Presentations
Teambuilding/Motivation Staff Hiring & Mgt.
Recruiting/Hiring Student Advocacy
Strategic Planning Conflict Resolution
Program Development Event Planning/Public Relations & Implementation Website Development
¨ Utilize hands-on approach to instill highly competitive spirit and positive mental attitude with emphasis on strong work ethic. Develop critical individual and team skills to achieve optimal performance while demonstrating on-going commitment to organizational goals.
¨ Implement key teaching strategies and capitalize on individual talents through positive reinforcement techniques. Well-organized professional able to utilize state-of-the-art information technology programs to achieve recruiting goals.
¨ Evaluate individual performance and develop team strategies, and prepare organizational reports. Proficient in various recruiting databases, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Photoshop.
EXPERIENCE
2011-Present COCHISE COLLEGE, Douglas, AZ
Head Women’s Basketball Coach
1995 to 2011 ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY (ASU), Tempe, AZ
Assistant Coach, Women’s Basketball
Achievements
¨ Conducted coaching for 2010 Recruiting Class ranked 15th in the U.S. The ASU team was also recognized as Pac 10 Conference Tournament winner. Supported program that was subsequently ranked as “Elite 8” in the U.S. in 2008 and 2006. ASU was also ranked nationally in the “Sweet Sixteen” in 2008, 2007 and 2005. Supported team that participated in 11 consecutive post-season appearances including tournaments and playoffs to the present. Coached #6 pick in the WNBA draft. Instrumental in developing 17 team members to play professionally overseas in the last 15 years.
¨ Team maintained position on “All Academic Team” in the Pac 10 from 2005 to 2010. Positively impacted team morale through teambuilding, motivational techniques, mentoring and problem solving while maintaining proactive interaction with players. Taught life skills and ensured superior academic performance through monitoring. Communicated closely with academic coach and arranged for tutoring.
¨ Achieved 100% team member graduation rate from 1995 to present. Served as advocate for individual team members with regard to academic performance. Maintained emphasis on discipline and testing preparation while ensuring positive outcomes in working with academic coach and tutors.
¨ Participated in planning and implementation of osteoporosis fundraiser for last five consecutive years from 2005 to 2010.
EDUCATION
NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY, Tempe, AZ
Masters Degree, Secondary Education, 1995
Graduate Assistant, Women’s Basketball Team, Two Years.
SANTA CLARA COLLEGE, Santa Clara, CA
Bachelor of Science, Biology