High School Player Development

Scott Wade Cooper

Edmond, OK 405-***-**** ️ ***********@****.***.***

Objective

Aspiring football professional seeking a position in scouting, recruiting, or coaching at the collegiate or professional level. Brings 15+ years of experience in coaching, player development, and leadership with a strong background in evaluating talent and mentoring student-athletes.

Coaching & Scouting Experience

Southern Nazarene University – Bethany, OK

Student Assistant Coach – OL (2018–2019), Tight Ends (2020–Present)

- Assist in positional coaching, film breakdown, and opponent scouting

- Support recruiting efforts by evaluating and preparing athlete profiles

- Contribute to game planning, install sessions, and practice operations

Southmoore High School / Highland West Jr. High – Moore, OK

Special Teams Quality Control Coach & OL/DL Coach (2016–2018)

- Oversaw special teams planning and adjustments

- Developed fundamentals and technique for linemen at both high school and junior high levels

Luther High School – Luther, OK

TE & DL Coach (2015)

- Coached All-State and All-District performers

- Contributed to player development and helped athletes transition to college programs

Southeast High School – Oklahoma City, OK

OL & DL Coach (2013–2014)

- Produced multiple All-State, All-District, and All-City players

- Built competitive line units and mentored athletes on and off the field

Duncan Public Schools – Duncan, OK

7th Grade Football Coach (2002–2003)

- Coached WR/DB and later OL/DL

- Introduced fundamentals and early skill development

Notable Recruits & Player Development

- DeWayne Rhodes – SWOSU 2015 2A-2 Co-Defensive Player of the Year

- Jordan Downs – NWOSU 2017 OCA All-Star

- Prentice Driskell – Kansas Wesleyan 2017 All-District

- Tyler Leftwich – NEO College 2016 OCA All-Star

- Anthony Bryant – SNU 2013 Big All-City Hon. Mention

Education

Southern Nazarene University – Bethany, OK

- M.A. Sports Management and Administration (2022)

- B.S. Family Studies and Gerontology (2020)

Cameron University / SWOSU – Oklahoma

- Physical Education coursework (1996–2004)

Certifications

- CPR & First Aid Certified

- Mandt Certified

- HOSA Pharmacology – National 5th Place

Skills & Tools

- Player evaluation and development

- Recruiting coordination support

- HUDL & film analysis

- Special teams and positional strategy

- Communication with athletes and families

- Classroom & leadership experience

- Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Experience

Science Teacher – Southmoore High School (2022–Present)

Para-Professional – Highland West Jr. High (2016–2022)

CNA – Midwest Regional Medical Center (2004–2016)

References

Available upon request or listed at end of full resume.

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