Matthew Adams
Leadership
Schneider
Summary
Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support. Proponent of detailed finance and resource management to maintain positive perception of program and expand competitive opportunities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Olivet Nazarene University
7 2022 - Current
- Recruit prospective student-athletes through mass and personalized communication, coordinate campus and admissions visits, and travel to high school competitions for talent evaluation
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on coaching best practices, incorporating new techniques into training sessions as appropriate.
- Analyzed athlete performance data, adjusting training plans accordingly to optimize results.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of track meets, ensuring seamless event coordination and logistics.
- Additional responsibilities include academic monitoring, managing the equipment budget, maintaining records, and providing support to the coaching staff as needed.
Director of Sports Performance
Olivet Nazarene University
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with coaches to design and implement tailored training plans, assess athlete progress, and provide instruction on safe and effective training techniques
- Develop injury prevention programs and utilize data analytics to drive performance improvements
- Maintain clear communication with coaching and athletic training staff to address injury concerns, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and support recruitment efforts
- Oversee equipment procurement and maintenance, manage the sports performance program budget, and stay current on industry trends
- Continuously seek professional development opportunities to introduce innovative training methods and technologies.
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Liberty University
08.2021 - 07.2022
Assistant Track & Field Coach/Strength & Conditioning – Track & Field/Cross-Country
Marshall University
08.2018 - 07.2021
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Central Michigan University
07.2015 - 07.2018
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Olivet Nazarene University
08.2011 - 07.2015
Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
William Woods University
08.2010 - 06.2011
Assistant Track & Field Coach
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
08.2007 - 06.2010
Education
Master of Business - Organizational Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL 05.2001 -
Master of Education - Athletic & Activities Administration
William Woods University
Fulton, MO 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ 05.2001 -
Skills
Athlete Development
Compliance Knowledge
Travel Coordination
Performance Analysis
Academic Support
Facility Management
Fundraising Efforts
Coaching Strategies
Teamwork and Collaboration
Time Management
Problem-Solving Abilities
References
- Kyle Rago, Head TF/XC, Olivet Nazarene University, (708) 476-0045, krago@olivet.edu
- Brady Mangus, Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance, Liberty University, (304) 553-1222, bmangus3@liberty.edu
- Jeff Small, Head TF/XC, Marshall University, (304) 416-1513, small@marshall.edu
- Nathan Fanger, Director of TF/XC, Kent State University, (330) 634-5596, nfanger@kent.edu
- Lance Deal, Former Director of T/F Venues, University of Oregon, (541) 520-7721, Ldeal83@gmail.com
Timeline
Director of Sports Performance
Olivet Nazarene University
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Liberty University
08.2021 - 07.2022
Assistant Track & Field Coach/Strength & Conditioning – Track & Field/Cross-Country
Marshall University
08.2018 - 07.2021
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Central Michigan University
07.2015 - 07.2018
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Olivet Nazarene University
08.2011 - 07.2015
Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
William Woods University
08.2010 - 06.2011
Assistant Track & Field Coach
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
08.2007 - 06.2010
Master of Business - Organizational Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
05.2001 -
Master of Education - Athletic & Activities Administration
William Woods University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Oregon
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
05.2001 -
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Olivet Nazarene University
7 2022 - Current
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