Assistant Softball Coach

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IMG Academy is the worlds leading sports education brand providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal USA Today and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture innovation and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.

IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:

• Boarding school and camps delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton Florida
• Online coaching through IMG Academy focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
• Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits providing industry-leading recruiting education tools and access to a network of more than 40000 college coaches for student-athletes families club coaches and event operators
• Elevate by IMG Academy a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset leadership and wellbeing programming to schools colleges and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences

Position Summary:The Assistant Softball Coach supports the Head Softball Coach in all aspects of the softball program including player development practice and game preparation team operations recruiting support and fostering a positive disciplined and competitive team culture. This role contributes to the overall growth of student-athletes both on and off the field while ensuring alignment with organizational standards player well-being and competitive excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning organizing and conducting high-quality softball practices training sessions and player development programs
• Support the development of student-athletes softball-specific skills including hitting pitching catching fielding baserunning strength conditioning and game strategy
• Provide position-specific instruction and individualized coaching to support athlete growth and performance progression
• Assist with game preparation opponent scouting in-game coaching and post-game evaluations
• Utilize softball technology video analysis and performance tools to support athlete development and competitive preparation
• Collaborate with Strength & Conditioning Sports Medicine Mental Performance and academic staff to support holistic student-athlete development
• Maintain open two-way communication with student-athletes and parents/guardians regarding athletic progress goals development plans academics and overall campus life
• Serve as a mentor and educator by promoting leadership accountability teamwork discipline resilience and positive life habits among student-athletes
• Continuously evaluate the athletic academic and emotional development of each student-athlete and collaborate with leadership to ensure appropriate support resources are provided
• Assist student-athletes throughout the college recruiting and placement process as needed
• Guide student-athletes through tournament and competition preparation including scheduling travel logistics pre-game readiness post-game review and performance benchmarks
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of softball training equipment analytics instructional methodologies and technology utilized within the program
• Assist with player recruitment retention and talent evaluation efforts
• Collaborate with leadership to regularly review and improve program structure training content player development strategies and operational effectiveness
• Support softball camps clinics showcases recruiting events and special departmental initiatives
• Travel with teams for games tournaments showcases and recruiting events as needed
• Assist with equipment management field setup and maintenance uniform distribution and inventory control
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies procedures safety standards NCAA recruiting guidelines and codes of conduct
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of softball fundamentals coaching techniques and player development strategies
• Experience playing coaching or managing softball at the collegiate club amateur or professional level
• Bachelors degree in Physical Education Sports Management Business Administration or a related sports/business field preferred or equivalent experience
• Strong commitment to the development and well-being of student-athletes
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented and high-performance environment
• Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced athletic setting

Preferred Skills:

• Experiencedevelopingelite or nationally ranked softball players or teams
• Knowledge of softball analytics video breakdown and performance technology platforms
• Experience with recruiting and college placement processes
• Bilingual preferred
• CPR Certification preferred
• Valid drivers license with ability to travel for tournaments games showcases and recruiting events
• Experience working camps clinics and player development programs

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift move push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
• Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time.
• Must be able to move around campus which includes gym turf fields etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights weekends and holidays is required

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Background Requirements:

• Requires a background check upon offer
• Requires a drug test upon offer

Dont meet every single requirement We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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