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Clifton Spiller, MS, CSCS, RSCC Professional Strength & Conditioning Coach
adj4t9@r.postjobfree.com • LinkedIn 609-***-**** • Wilmington, DE 19806 Performance-driven and detailed-oriented coaching professional with over five years of experience in planning and conducting training development programs. Proven success in executing nutrition maintenance programs, organizing/distributing sports performance supplements, and delivering strength and conditioning programs. Expertise in building, leading, and training cross-functional sports teams with a keen focus on maximizing physical strengths. Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a robust relationship with program directors and head coaches. Instrumental in developing and administering strength and conditioning programs for athletic teams. Possesses soft tissue and manual therapy techniques to aid in the rehabilitation of soft tissue injuries and recovery. Areas of Expertise include:
Coach & Development Programs Strategic Planning Equipment Management
Risk Mitigation Nutritional Program Project Development
Training Manuals Staff Training & Leadership Problem Resolution Professional Experience
Northern Arizona Suns • Prescott Valley, AZ • 2019 to 2020 HEAD STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH (NBA G-LEAGUE) Fostered a progressive training atmosphere for NBA G-League athletes to incite discipline, mental and physical health. Applied the principles of Applied Functional Science (AFS) to design and implement strength training, conditioning, and return-to-play protocols.
Key Accomplishments:
• Implemented a sports science protocol, which included: a collection of Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) data, tracking Time on Feet (TOF), and force plate utilization.
• Minimized the injury rate by 50%.
Delaware Blue Coats • Wilmington, DE • 2017 to 2019 HEAD STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH (NBA G-LEAGUE) Cultivated positive training environment for NBA G-League basketball players to encourage team building, discipline, work ethic, and mental/physical health. Developed and implemented strength training, conditioning speed, and agility programs. Established and executed the nutritional plan and well-being counseling/strategies for an athlete’s recovery and weight management.
Key Accomplishments:
• Orchestrated a $35K budget of procurement of different exercise equipment and construction of fitness room.
• Reduced the injury rate by 50% and compiled an annual budgetary proposal for the program, including routine maintenance and new equipment purchase.
Philadelphia 76ers • Philadelphia, PA • 2015 to 2017 STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING INTERN (NBA)
Collaborated with S&C staff to initiate strength, mobility, and restoration programs through Applied Functional Science (AFS) principles. Regulated sports performance supplements for pre, post, and during practices and games to enhance exercise routines and athletic performance. Streamlined day-to-day maintenance operations for practice facility and stadium weight rooms.
Key Accomplishments:
• Created and applied systems to track athlete attendance and progress in conjunction with the sports coaches.
• Fostered relationships among sports coaches, sports medicine, and strength and conditioning staff. Clifton Spiller, MS, CSCS, RSCC
Oceanside Wellness and Sport • Egg Harbor Township, NJ • 2014 to 2015 PERFORMANCE COACH (PARISI SPEED SCHOOL)
Coached student-athletes, including middle school, high school, and college athletes, utilize proper training and form to maximize results. Designed and implemented adequate goal-setting techniques by building confidence and reaching goals, teamwork, and interpersonal skill.
Key Accomplishment:
• Helped athletes decreased their 40-yard sprint time. Central Jersey Each One and Teach One • Somerset, NJ • 2012 to 2013 ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Collaborated with the program director and head coach to arrange game sessions, game strategies, team travel, and player skill development program. Steered daily SAT/ACT tutoring sessions and supervised team house management to increase performance and productivity.
Key Accomplishment:
• Helped seven athletes gain scholarships to NCAA Division 1 and 2 institutions. Additional experience as Strength & Conditioning Intern with Monmouth University, as Exercise Specialist with Tilton Fitness and Wellness, as Substitute Teacher with Egg Harbor Township School District, & as Red Zone Specialist with Apple.
Clifton Spiller, MS, CSCS, RSCC
Education & Certifications
Professional Message Therapy Certificate
CORTIVA INSTITUTE KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 2021
Masters of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA CALIFORNIA, PA 2019 Bachelors of Arts in Government and Politics
WAGNER COLLEGE STATEN ISLAND, NY 2011
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES
National Strength & Conditioning Association: CERTIFIED STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING SPECIALIST (CSCS) REGISTERED STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH (RSCC)
National Academy of Sports Medicine: PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT SPECIALIST (PES) CORRECTIVE EXERCISE SPECIALIST (CES)
Gray Institute: FELLOWSHIP IN APPLIED FUNCTIONAL SCIENCE (FAFS) CERTIFICATION IN APPLIED FUNCTIONAL SCIENCE
(CAFS) 3DMAPS PERFORMANCE SYSTEMS FUNCTIONAL SOFT TISSUE TRANSFORMATION (FSTT) State of Pennsylvania: LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST (LMT)