Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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Will Thomas

Franklin

Summary

Phil 4:13 - "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Diligent and hardworking with proven record of success. Skilled at molding student-athletes into effective, productive, and skilled players.

Young and talented coach who has a passion for schematics and putting players in the best possible position to have success

Resilient in the attempt to maximize efficiency of players on and off the field

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Outisde Sales Representative - Healthcare/Program Business Developer, Renewable Energy

Graybar Electric
04.2022 - Current
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.

Linebackers Coach

McNeese State University
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Assisted heavily in defensive gameplan for 2021 season while also coaching the Linebacker Position.
  • Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services for those with declining grades
  • Encouraged players to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for each other and teammates
  • Evaluated tapes of opponents to assess strategies and gameplan
  • Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers in Baton Rouge/Tennessee
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations
  • Introduced technique and individual drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels

Linebackers Coach

The University of Texas at San Antonio
12.2019 - 12.2020
  • Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services for those with declining grades
  • Encouraged players to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for each other and teammates
  • Evaluated tapes of opponents to assess strategies and gameplan
  • Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers in Northeast Texas/Tennessee
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations
  • Introduced technique and individual drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels

Defensive Quality Control/Defensive Ends Coach

The University of Texas at San Antonio
01.2018 - 12.2019

Graduate Assistant / Outside Linebacker Coach

The University of Texas at San Antonio
07.2017 - 01.2018

Graduate Assistant Coach

The University of Texas at San Antonio
05.2016 - 01.2018

Education

Bachelor of Humanities - Interdisciplinary Studies - History and Religion

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2016

Diploma - undefined

Battle Ground Academy
Franklin, TN
05.2010

Skills

  • Relatability to reach and motivate players
  • Diligent in teaching technique and implementing a strategic individual drill plan to help maximize player performance
  • Keen knowledge of defensive schematics in both 1 and 2 high concepts in the 4-2-5 / 3-3-5 philosophy
  • Resilient recruiter; “If you want to be a great coach, get great players”
  • Respect and people skills that allows me to push others and to be pushed by other staff members creating a healthy work relationship with my colleagues

References

  • Austin Thomas - Ole Miss Senior Associate AD/General Manager (615) 545-9285
  • Pete Golding - Ole Miss Defensive Coordinator (985) 351-8203
  • Grady Brown - Pittsburg Steelers Secondary Coach (803)250-9295
  • Bo Davis - Texas Defensive Line Coach (512) 968-6179
  • Patrick Toney - Arizona Cardinals Secondary Coach (337) 852-1366
  • Frank Wilson - LSU Associate Head Coach / Running Backs (210) 371-9792

Timeline

Outisde Sales Representative - Healthcare/Program Business Developer, Renewable Energy

Graybar Electric
04.2022 - Current

Linebackers Coach

McNeese State University
01.2020 - 01.2022

Linebackers Coach

The University of Texas at San Antonio
12.2019 - 12.2020

Defensive Quality Control/Defensive Ends Coach

The University of Texas at San Antonio
01.2018 - 12.2019

Graduate Assistant / Outside Linebacker Coach

The University of Texas at San Antonio
07.2017 - 01.2018

Graduate Assistant Coach

The University of Texas at San Antonio
05.2016 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Humanities - Interdisciplinary Studies - History and Religion

Louisiana State University

Diploma - undefined

Battle Ground Academy
Will Thomas