Michael Policastro

• Promoted effective professional relationships with coaching staff and athletes by showing respect, dependability and being courteous.
• Managed all travel and transportation arrangements to help athletes participate in away games and out-of-state tournaments.
• Placed orders for sporting goods equipment and maintained accurate records on equipment inventory.
• Lead growth of athletics program adding additional athletics programs.
• Increased athletics fundraising programs for athletics programs.

Head Baseball Coach, Cleveland State Community College 1994-2024

• Managed all aspects of a successful collegiate baseball program
• Responsibilities include, recruiting, scheduling, field maintenance, fundraising, academic coordinator, hire and lead assistant coaches, order equipment, travel arrangements with hotels and bus company.
• Fostered a positive and inclusive team culture that prioritized respect, integrity, collaboration, and accountability among athletes and staff alike.
• Operated with genuine concern for welfare of students, staff, parents and community.
• Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and develop tailored strategies for upcoming opponents.
• Evaluated talent during tryouts using objective data analysis techniques that led to more accurate roster selections.
• Elevated the program''s reputation by consistently maintaining a winning season record and achieving regional recognition.
• Established goals for individual players and the team as a whole, monitoring progress throughout the season for continuous improvement.
• Organized pre-season conditioning programs for optimal player fitness levels, reducing injury rates during the season.
• Cultivated strong communication channels between coaches, players, and administration for seamless program operation.
• Implemented a culture of continuous improvement by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing developmental feedback.
• Expanded professional development opportunities for coaching staff through attendance at conferences, workshops, and clinics.
• Collaborated with athletic department staff to ensure compliance with league regulations and maintain academic eligibility of student athletes.
• Increased recruitment success by establishing strong relationships with local high schools and scouting talented athletes.
• Devised successful programs to increase athlete skill, strength and agility.
• Implemented effective fundraising strategies for program support, resulting in upgraded facilities and equipment.
• Gave presentations to community and parent groups to discuss features and needs of program.
• Conducted daily practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players.
• Managed recruitment efforts for top-tier coaching staff, attracting highly skilled professionals committed to the success of student athletes.
• Developed comprehensive training programs for athletes, resulting in improved physical fitness and skill levels.
• Coaching experience includes teaching technique working with hitters, outfielders, infielders, catchers as well as pitchers.
• Experience in game management coaching over 2000 collegiate baseball games in the fall and spring season.
• Organized baseball camps and clinics for youth players.

• Developed effective plans to improve athlete conditioning.
• Set and administered program budget.
• Presented talks to prospective groups in order to highlight program features, increase engagement and discuss needs.
• Secured funding and oversaw selection for player scholarships.
• Provided one-on-one coaching on unique requirements of each position.
• Conducted practices with conditioning, placement of players on defense, batting, bunting, base running and sliding.
• Demonstrated correct game play and citizenship behaviors.
• Devised and implemented successful game strategies.
• Maintained standards of play by following established baseball rules.
• Held daily practices and training programs for player development.

• Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
• Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
• Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
• Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
• Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
• Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.