Franklin Paul

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Objective

To establish a profound basketball program that thrives in academics, athleticism, respect, and pride of community, that will set the cornerstone for more successful seasons and more profound leaders in the community, district, and state.

Education and Training

McNeese State University, Lake Charles, Louisiana 1996 - 1999

Master of Arts in Sociology/ Psychology

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology; Minor in Psychology

Accomplishments: First Team All-Conference Basketball (1998 - 1999)

McNeese Cowboys Basketball MVP (1998 - 1999)

Second Team All-Conference Basketball (1997 - 1998)

Basketball Newcomer of the Year Award (1997 - 1998)

Blinn College, Brenham, Texas 1994 - 1996

Accomplishments: First Team All-Conference Basketball (1994 - 1996)

Second Team All American Basketball

Certifications

Composite Social Studies 8 - 12, CPR and 1st aid

Professional Experience

J. Frank Dobie High School August 2020- June 2023

Varsity Boys Head Basketball Coach

Maintained thorough knowledge of all rules, game procedures, coaching techniques and current trends in high school basketball

Developed game plans and adjusted them according to various game situations

Motivated students to utilize their full capacity and successfully compete during games

Accomplishments: 2021-2022 Coach of the year

West Brook High School, Beaumont, Texas August 2018 – June 2020

Head Coach: Junior Varsity Boys Basketball, Freshman Boys Track, Freshman Football

Assistant Coach: Varsity Boys Basketball

Arranges travel for the Junior Varsity and Varsity Boys Basketball team

Manages sports equipment ensuring that it is organized, clean and functional

Responsible for year-round coaching and conditioning for the Boys Basketball Program

Reinforces a strong team mentality focused on coordination, communication and teamwork

Central Medical Magnet High School, Beaumont, Texas August 2013 - July 2018

Varsity Boys Head Basketball Coach (2015 - 2018)

Maintained thorough knowledge of all rules, game procedures, coaching techniques and current trends in high school basketball

Developed game plans and adjusted them according to various game situations

Motivated students to utilize their full capacity and successfully compete during games

Accomplishments: 2016-2017 District 22-5A Co-Coach of the year

Head Coach: Junior Varsity Boys Basketball, Freshman Football and Freshman Boys Track

Assistant Coach: Varsity Boys Basketball, Varsity Boys Track (2013 - 2015)

Taught a range of sport-specific skills in a precise and safe manner

Demonstrated a high level of respect for players, opponents, coaches, officials and facilities

Observed practice and workout sessions and provided input on game techniques, strength and conditioning

Accomplishments: Varsity Boys Basketball 2015 Regional Finalist, 2014 State Semifinalist

Clifton J. Ozen Magnet High School August 2004 - July 2013

High School Teacher (Social Studies Composite)

Prepared students for STAAR Social Studies mastery and social studies objectives

Developed and adapted lesson plans for students of varying abilities

Head Coach: Junior Varsity Boys Basketball, Freshman Football, Freshman Boys Track

Assistant Coach: Varsity Boys Basketball, Varsity Boys Track

Served as a positive role model for team participants and in the community

Maintained high academic standards for all student athletes and enforced discipline

Accomplishments: 2007 Varsity Boys Basketball State Finalist,

Regional Varsity Boys Basketball Finalist in 2005, 2007, 2008, 2010

Coaching Statistics

Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coaching Record of (114-43)

2021-2022: 22-9 District Champs(12-0) Coach of the year

2020-2021: 15-11 District Runner-up

2017-2018: 24-8 District Runner- Up

2016-2017: 26-8 Co- District Champs(Co- Coach of the year)

2015-2016: 27-7 Co- District Champs

High School Head Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coaching record of (168-22)

2019 – 2020: 18-2

2018 – 2019: 16-7

2014-2015: 21-0; 22-5A District Champs

2013-2014: 16-4

2012- 2013: 21-3

2008- 2009: 19-3

2007- 2008: 19-0

2006- 2007: 19-1

2005- 2006: 19-2

References

Andre Boutte - Head Basketball Coach

West Brook High School

8750 Phelan Blvd

Beaumont, TX 77706

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Toni Noise- Assistant Principal

Dobie High School

10220 Blackhawk Blvd

Houston, TX 77089

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Jorly Thomas- Principal

Dobie High School

10220 Blackhawk Blvd

Houston, TX 77089

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Bruce Bell - Athletic Director

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Toby Foreman - Head Football Coach

Killeen Shoemaker High School

3302 S Clear Creek Rd.

Killeen, TX 76549

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Louis Cannon- Assistant Principal

Dobie High School

10220 Blackhawk Blvd

Houston, TX 77089

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Franklin Moses-

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My Philosophy of Coaching

The sports experience is an educational experience. Physical development is an essential area in the growth and success of an athlete but equally important are the areas of psychological, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual development. Individual growth in these areas will establish a player with a total understanding of sports as well as an education in life skills. Participation in a team sport at any level creates an opportunity to learn and formulate a healthy value structure if given strong role models. Therefore, it is my main objective to instill in the players the motivation and desire needed to achieve excellence in all areas. Excellence is essentially the standard.

As a coach, I take on various roles, but most importantly, that of a teacher. I teach my players a healthy approach to developing physiologically through my understanding of good nutrition and strength training. Psychologically, it is important to expose any player to a gentlemanly mature attitude towards competition, winning and losing. I expect my players to learn from their mistakes and stand tall, even in times of defeat. Furthermore, I teach my players to be mentally prepared for every game as well as their academic subjects. This demands of them an understanding of positions and game plans, effective time management, and maintaining a high level of concentration. I also encourage my players to be emotionally prepared for each game and practice. My role as a motivator is extremely important. During both games and practices I ask my players only to work at the best of their abilities and in return to assist in creating a healthy balance between that of hard work and enjoyment, which is also essential to a group’s success.

Socially, I expect my players to interact and establish good relationships with individuals within the campus environment as well as within the community. I teach and encourage my players to attain a positive attitude in their own abilities to gain respect and trust towards other team members and have pride in representing their school. They are always expected to conduct themselves as gentlemen. They are taught to love one another as brothers. Once a month in place of a Saturday practice, I would like my team to volunteer within the community.

Building a Program

The greatest type of development for any athlete is mental development, because athletics is 90% mental. Every athlete can and will learn but each kid is different; therefore, there are many approaches in reaching equality and equity among players. I would rather a mentally prepared athlete over an exceptional athlete. Not to be overshadowed, every great program has exceptional athletes. In the words of the late John Wooden, “Some of us (coaches) can’t win with talent but none of us can win without it.” With the advancement of the training in athletics it is vital to have mentally and physically strong, well-conditioned athletes in your program if you plan to compete for a championship. If competing for a championship is not in your plan, what are you doing?

Objective of a Winning Program

As a coach it is my responsibility to train the young men whom God allows me to encounter as they should go. Too many times we see the bad in people but there is a whole lot of good in all of us. I choose to focus on the good and magnify it, hoping that eventually it will overshadow the bad. We have to be positive role models to the young. Positive things happen from positive thinking. Our minds play an enormous role in shaping who we become. Magic Johnson didn’t become the great basketball player he was and business man he is by thinking he cannot do what society says he cannot do. Instead, he knew what it would take for a 6’9’’ point guard to be successful and accepted in the NBA world. He thought and demanded leadership qualities into existence. In the finals of his first NBA season with the series on the line and his all-star captain center injured and the team’s spirit down, Magic stepped on the plane headed to Philadelphia and spoke these famous words. “Have no fear cuz 32 is here.” He went on to score 42 points, grab 15 rebounds and dished out 6 assists while moving from point guard to center leading his team to a fourth and deciding victory for a NBA Championship. After his successful playing career, he put together a corporation “Hollywood Theaters” which is now global and worth billions of dollars. Winning is not only what you do on the court, but also what you achieve in life.

What It Takes to Be a Winner

1.Commitment – You must commit to the goals set by the team.

2.Belief – You must believe it is possible.

3.Discipline – Without discipline no goal is attainable.

4.Character – Character is who you are when no one is watching.

5.Sacrifice – Where much is to be gained, much is required.

6.Leadership – A team takes on the characteristics of its coach. Leadership comes from the top.

7.Teamwork – Together everyone achieves more. Winning often reveals knowledge.

The Game

1.Preparation – Understand strengths and weaknesses of your opponent; always attempt to force them to beat you with their “B” game; Know key facts about your opponent and your team.

2.Breaking down film – I watch game film to improve. I believe in watching film on my opponent at least four times: (a) to get a feel for the opponent, (b) to chart and discuss results and key points, (c) to pick up on individual tendencies of each player, and (d) to devise a game plan.

3.Practice Plan – Formulate practice around your potential game plan. I don’t believe in practicing for 3 hours a day to prepare for 48 minutes of basketball. If you hold highly intense and effective practices for 1 to 2 hours daily, that should suffice.

4.Game Plan – Only the plays you have executed well during practice should be in the game plan. It’s not a “trick ‘em game” you; that type of strategy can only do your team an injustice. Meditate and know your game plan. Write and re-write situations and plays every night.

5.Back-ups – Your team is only as strong as your weakest link. Your back-ups should be prepared to be starters. “Too often we spend more time with the exceptional athlete when the majority of our team is average athlete.”

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