Head Coach General Manager

ROBERT MORGAN

Burbank, CA 818-***-**** *******@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/rob-morgan-43a81744/

Throughout the course of my career, I have acquired and honed a professional skill-set that is most suitable for the, educational, collegiate or professional sports industry. I’m committed to representing institutional values and beliefs to its highest standards, and I pride myself in doing things the right way.

EDUCATION

Master of Education, Leadership, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, Alberta

Bachelor of Physical Education, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta

COMPETENCIES

Leading Coaching Teaching Scouting Recruiting Video Analyzing Leadership/Player/Program Development Advising Mentoring Influencing Selling Planning Managing Supervising Public Speaking Operating Budgets Contract Negotiation Event Management Adaptable Multicultural & Global Perspectives International Travel

EXPERIENCE

California State University Northridge Northridge, CA 2022 – Present Head Coach, Ice Hockey

Responsible for recruiting, practice and game planning, academic accountability, alumni engagement, scheduling, fundraising and administrative activities. Provide leadership, guidance, mentorship and instruction towards the personal, academic and athletic development of student-athletes. Coordinate team travel, meals and lodging.

Long Island University Brookville, NY 2018 – 2022 Head Coach, Ice Hockey

Developed a varsity program within the parameters of the structure and regulations of the NCAA and the University, the first NCAA Division 1 women’s program on Long Island/New York City. Established the recruitment program for and final selection of athletically and academically qualified student-athletes. Formulated and set policies of play and oversaw strength and conditioning of student-athletes to achieve desired developmental focus and goals. Coached student-athletes and team utilizing best-practice methods in technical, tactical, and strategic game preparation. Oversaw fundraising and administrative details. 2020 & 2021 Conference Champions and 2022 Regular Season Champions. Named 2022 Best of Long Island College or University Sports Coach, Recipient of New York Islanders Game Changer Award.

Kunlun Red Star Vanke Rays Shenzhen, China 2017 – 2020 Head Coach, General Manager & Advisor

As Head Coach 2017-18, I Administered, drafted, coached, and trained athletes to compete in the Canadian Women’s Hockey League (CWHL). Selected, developed, supervised, and evaluated assistant coaches and support staff and prepared task assignments based on job descriptions. Additionally served as Associate Head Coach for Team China at the 2018 World Championships in Asiago, Italy. In 2018 I served as General Manager & later as an Advisor. Promoted, developed and coordinated community initiation camps, development camps, identification camps, educational presentations, coaching mentorship, and leadership. Upheld staff effectiveness and efficiency standards, provided coaching & mentorship to Chinese coaches, and scouted and recruited North American Chinese Heritage players to play for the professional team and serve as hockey ambassadors, ultimately leading toward representing China in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.

Yale University New Haven, CT 2015 – 2017 Associate Head Coach, Ice Hockey

Assisted the Head Coach in formulating, teaching, and coaching technical aspects of game preparation and strategy for a Division I athletic program. Assisted in directing competitions, practice, administrative activities, alumni relations activities, and the recruitment process for student-athletes. Developed a varsity sporting program within the structure and regulations of the Ivy League, the NCAA, and the University. 4th in Conference Scoring, recruited core composition of student-athletes that Yale to first NCAA Frozen Four in 2022. Implemented an Alumni Advancement Campaign – “Where Are They Now”.

St. Norbert College De Pere, WI 2009 – 2015 Head Coach, Ice Hockey

Founded an NCHA, NCAA Division III Hockey program, overseeing all program management, including coaching, administration, coordination, and recruitment, focused on the total development of student-athletes. Planned and conducted team and individual practice and training, established competitive playing schedule per institutional direction, made and coordinated travel arrangements, prepared and managed budget, including equipment procurement, developed and arranged facility use for practice and competition, worked with selected athletic department staff to achieve goals, and conducted long-range planning. Awarded the NCHA Coach of the Year and NCAA D III West Region Coach of the Year. Won the NCHA Conference Championship, and were NCAA Quarterfinalist.

Dartmouth College Hanover, NH 2003 – 2009 Associate Head Coach, Ice Hockey

Contributed to the development of a highly competitive environment with specific responsibilities in the following areas: recruiting, practice and game planning, developing student-athletes, academic accountability for student-athletes, alumni engagement, and scheduling. Oversaw the recruitment and selection of prospective student-athletes. Ensured compliance with all relevant NCAA guidelines and provided leadership and instruction in the personal, academic and athletic development of student-athletes. Coordinated team travel, meals and lodging. Advanced to the NCAA Frozen Four 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008 and NCAA Great Eight 2009. Won the ECAC Conference Championship 2003, 2009 and Ivy League Championship 2004, 2007.

North Country Community College Saranac Lake, NY 2002 – 2003 Athletics Director, Instructor & Head Coach

Members of the National Junior Collegiate Athletics Association. Responsible for providing leadership and supervision to 12 varsity sports. Oversaw staffing and maintenance of facilities (fields, gymnasium, pool). Taught classes in Health & Wellness, and physical activity courses (tennis, badminton, golf, volleyball). Served as Head Coach of Women’s Hockey Team, responsible for recruiting, scheduling, practice planning, game preparation. Coordinated team travel, meals and lodging.

Medicine Hat College Medicine Hat, AB 1995 – 2001 Athletics Director

Provided strategic and visionary leadership. Recruited, onboarded and developed staff and coaches. Ensured the department remained in compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Collaborated with the Office of Advancement to execute fundraising and coordinate corporate sponsorships. Managed athletic operating budgets to sustain healthy operations and activities while adhering to budget parameters. Developed and maintained excellent public relations to support and promote programming within the broader community.

Career Note: Additional coaching experience as a Head Coach with University of Lethbridge (Canada West, USport). Additional management experience as General Manager with Medicine Hat Minor Hockey Association, Branch Manager with Alberta Lung Association, and Supervisor with Jamie Platz YMCA Child Youth Services.

BOARDS & COMMITTEES

AWHCA NCAA Bracket Expansion Committee (2020-2022)

AWHCA Ethics Committee (2012 – 2014)

AWHCA Championships Committee (2013 – 2014)

NCHA Scheduling Committee (2013 – 2014)

SNC SAAC Advisor (2012 – 2014)

NCCC President’s Advisory Group (2002 – 2003)

NJCAA Region 3 Hockey Committee (2002 – 2003)

Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference Executive (1998 – 2000)

CCAA Women’s National Basketball Championships Host Organizing Committee Chair (1997, 1999)

Medicine Hat College Mid-Management Executive (1999 – 2001)

Medicine Hat College New Student Orientation Committee (1995 – 2001)

Medicine Hat College Campus Life Committee (1999 – 2001)

Medicine Hat College Rattlers Athletics Advisory Team (1997 – 2001)

Medicine Hat College Rattlers Athletics Captains Council (1997 – 2001)

Medicine Hat College Rattlers Booster Club Executive (1995 – 2001)

CCAA Men’s & Women’s National Soccer Championships Host Organizing Committee Chair, (1995)

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