High School Baseball Coach and Program Leader

Kaleb B. Barlow

High School Baseball Coach Program Leader Player Development Specialist

Southern Pines, NC 601-***-**** ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Experienced high school baseball coach and educator with over 10 years of success leading and supporting competitive athletic programs. Proven ability to serve as a head coach or assistant coach by developing student-athletes, coordinating defensive systems, ensuring compliance, and managing facilities and operations. Former professional baseball player with strong background in player development, HUDL analysis, and program culture.

COACHING & TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Montgomery Central High School – Troy, NC

Head Baseball Coach Defensive Coordinator Sports Management Instructor Facilities Manager 2024–Present

• Led varsity baseball program to the most wins in school history during first season as head coach

• Developed three collegiate baseball signees in one season

• Guided program to its first playoff appearance in school history during second season as head coach

• Implemented year-round training, strength & conditioning, and offseason development programs

• Coordinated defensive schemes, scouting reports, and in-game adjustments using HUDL

• Managed athletic facilities including turf care, equipment inventory, and field preparation

• Oversaw fundraising initiatives exceeding previous years’ totals

• Managed program social media to enhance athlete exposure and community engagement

• Earned Conference Sportsmanship Award

Pinehurst Golf Resort – Pinehurst, NC

Golf Maintenance / Crew Supervisor 2025–Present

• Prepared championship-level golf courses for daily play and tournament conditions

• Operated and maintained specialized turf equipment ensuring field safety and consistency

• Supervised maintenance staff and conducted daily course inspections

• Supported high-level turf and facilities standards transferable to athletic field management

Union Pines High School – Cameron, NC

Physical Education Teacher Head JV Baseball Coach Co-Defensive Coordinator (Football) 2022–2024

• Served as head coach for JV baseball while assisting varsity program development

• Coached baseball and football student-athletes with emphasis on accountability and discipline

• Maintained 100% compliance with NCHSAA eligibility and program regulations

• Assisted with practice planning, performance evaluation, and long-term athlete development

• Supported field maintenance, equipment setup, and game-day logistics

• Coached multiple collegiate-level athletes and conference statistical leaders

• Mentored under Eric Marion, 15-time playoff coach and Conference Coach of the Year

Penderlea Middle School – Willard, NC

Head Baseball Coach Physical Education Teacher 2021–2022

• Developed foundational baseball skills and program culture for grades K–8

• Managed large student groups with focus on safety, instruction, and engagement

Rock Solid Athletics – Wilmington, NC

Baseball Instructor 2021–2022

• Trained athletes ages 9–18 in individual and team development settings

• Collaborated with former MLB players (Fletcher Bates and Trot Nixon) to deliver high-level skill instruction

• Designed position-specific drills to improve in-game performance

Florence Middle School – Florence, MS

Head Football Coach Teacher 2016–2021

• Oversaw all phases of football program operations including budgeting and compliance

• Coordinated preseason, in-season, and offseason training programs

• Promoted academic accountability and character development for student-athletes

• Managed MHSAA compliance documentation and eligibility tracking

Florence High School – Florence, MS

Assistant Football Coach (QB/WR/DB – Pass Game Coordinator) 2016–2021

• Coordinated offensive pass game planning and weekly HUDL analysis

• Led position-specific player development for quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers

• Assisted in coaching four athletes to D1/JUCO football

• Helped lead team to playoffs in five of six seasons

• Conference Champions (2016) and South State Runner-Up

University of West Florida – Pensacola, FL

Student Assistant Baseball Coach 2017–2018

• Assisted with NCAA compliance, practice planning, and game operations

• Conducted hitting clinics and defensive instruction

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

Professional Baseball

• Normal CornBelters (Frontier League)

Collegiate Baseball

• University of West Florida – NCAA Division II

●Gulf South Conference First Team

●NCAA South Regional All-Tournament Team

• Chipola College – NJCAA World Series Participant

Drafted

• Colorado Rockies – 2010 MLB Draft

EDUCATION

Mississippi State University – Starkville, MS

• Master of Arts in Teaching, 2020

University of West Florida – Pensacola, FL

• Bachelor of Science in Sports Management, 2018

CORE SKILLS

• High School Program Leadership & Culture Building

• Player Development & Evaluation

• Defensive Coordination & Game Planning

• HUDL Film Analysis & Performance Tracking

• Athletic Compliance (NCHSAA / MHSAA)

• Fundraising & Community Engagement

• Facilities, Field, & Turf Management

• Staff Collaboration & Mentorship

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