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COLEMAN A. BLACKSTON

Raleigh

Summary

Experienced Running Backs Coach with over five years of success developing and mentoring athletes across both nonprofit and for- profit organizations. Demonstrates strong organizational, leadership, and technical skills, with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments while fostering athlete growth and team success.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Runnings Backs Coach / Recruiting Coordinator

Shaw University Football

Raleigh

01.2025 - Current

Coordinated on-campus recruiting efforts to attract prospective athletes
In charge of On Campus recruiting Visits
Engaged with players and parents to build strong relationships and support systems
Managed and organized walk-on players for streamlined integration into the team
Conduct position meetings
Effectively communicate with coaching staff with updates regarding grades and players' weight room performance.
Makes sure the film & media is properly uploaded
Distributed equipment and uniforms to players before practices and games
Effectively organize all travel expenses

Cashier/Customer Service Representative

Dicks Sporting Goods

Colonial Heights

01.2024 - Current

Organize retail products on shelf for resale
Provide customers with information on products and services
Process transactions
Greet customers
Answer phones, triage calls and provide detailed messages
Served as point of contact for front office manager
Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues or complaints
Provided quality customer service

Graduate Assistant/Tight End Coach

Virginia State University Football

Petersburg

08.2022 - 01.2025

Facilitate position meetings and position drills
Use field related technology to analyze, tag, and break down plays on film
Support with recruiting High School and College Transfer student athletes
Develop and improve strong relationships between athletes and coaching staff
Connect and communicate with internal and external athletic collegiate programs
Assist with facilitating student housing and documentation needed
Effectively communicate with coaching staff regarding student athlete needs and responsibilities
Manage and organize special invitations of scout players
Articulate a shared vision, empower team members and new recruits
Inventory and manage athletic equipment and uniforms

Physical Education Teacher/Coach

Voyager Academy

Durham

08.2019 - 08.2022

Head coach for cross country and softball teams
Taught Physical Fitness and Health Education to Elementary/Middle School students
Taught health and wellness to encourage good eating habits
Supported and encouraged activities that developed strong motor skills in students
Develop lesson plans and materials consistent with NC State Dept. of Education
Planned and executed engaging student workshops to enhance learning experiences.
Coordinated and managed logistics for games and athletic events, ensuring smooth execution
Manage and organize logistics for athletic events
Serve as main point of contact and liaison between parents, schools, coaches and athletic department
Collaborated with parents and faculty to implement policies and procedures for athletic events
Communicate with school community using computer system
Entered data for students' grades using Power School system