ECA - Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach

Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach

Bedford North Lawrence Athletic Department

JOB TITLE: Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach

REPORTS TO: Head Baseball Coach & Athletic Director

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

• The assistant varsity baseball coach will assist with all aspects of the high school program. The coach will also assist with coordinating the middle school program to help develop the feeder system for the high school program. The coach is responsible for teaching the athletes techniques, skills, and strategies that prepare them athletes for competition.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The assistant coach will assist the head coach in all of the following areas:

• Hold organizational meetings for team recruitment.
• Develop a pre-season schedule for the athletes that includes; conditioning, strength training, and skill development.
• Work with the administration to develop the season schedule.
• Work with the administrative assistant to ensure all essential paperwork and information is turned in to the athletic department.
• Conduct tryouts for the volleyball program.
• Develop practice plans and schedules to help the players develop.
• Coach and instruct players regarding the game's rules, regulations, and skills.
• Develop individual and team strategies for the season based on personnel.
• Monitor the academic progress of the student-athletes.
• Work with the athletic trainer to help injured athletes return to practice/play.
• Model good sportsmanship and appropriate conduct and expect the same from the players.
• Maintain good standing with the NLCS, HHC, IHSAA, and IHSBCA.
• Develop a social media presence.
• Work with local media to promote the sport.
• Complete the end-of-season checklist in a timely manner.
• Host end-of-season banquet or event for players (parents also if desired).
• Promote student-athletes for postseason awards (HHC, All-State, Academic All-State)
• Assist the athletic director with hosting IHSAA events.
• Coordinate off-season training opportunities for athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in baseball as a player and/or coach is preferred.

• Knowledge of the techniques, strategies, and skills of baseball.
• Ability to recruit and motivate players.
• A passion for working with student-athletes and for the sport of baseball.