Keionte' Gainey
Raleigh
Summary
Proven leader and winner in coaching and developing student-athletes. Achieved program transformation, securing the first conference championship in 18 years while enhancing facilities and increasing student-athlete participation as Athletic Director and Head Football Coach.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Director / Head Football Coach
J.F. Webb High School
Oxford
06.2023 - Current
- Provided overall leadership and strategic direction for the school’s athletic programs, overseeing operations, staff, budgets, and facilities.
- Led major athletic facility renovations, including a brand-new gymnasium upgrade with new bleachers, scoreboard, basketball goals, and rims.
- Oversaw construction of a new football concession stand and completion of a new track, significantly improving game-day experience and athlete resources.
- Directed renovations to softball facilities and tennis courts, ensuring safe, modern, and competitive environments for all student-athletes.
- Recruited, hired, and supervised new coaches and athletic staff, building a strong, cohesive coaching culture across all sports.
- Served as Head Football Coach, leading the program to its first conference championship and best season in 18 years.
- Awarded Coach of the Year, the first in school history, for outstanding leadership and competitive success.
- Recognized as Athletic Director of the Year by Tar River Sports for excellence in program development and athletic administration.
- Strengthened and rebuilt the football program by increasing student-athlete participation from 25 to 55 players while maintaining academic excellence, finishing with a team GPA of 3.2.
- Analyzed and broke down opponent and practice film to develop effective offensive and defensive schemes tailored to team strengths and weekly matchups.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive game-day management plans, including personnel usage, in-game adjustments, and situational strategy.
- Created detailed daily and weekly practice plans focused on skill development, discipline, conditioning, and efficient use of practice time.
Education
Master of Science - Recermation & Kinesiology /Athletic Administration
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, North Carolina, NC12-2019
Skills
- Leadership
- Game Planning, Film Analysis & Scheme Design
- Practice Planning & Time Management
- Team Building & Culture Development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Athletic Director / Head Football Coach
J.F. Webb High School
06.2023 - Current
Master of Science - Recermation & Kinesiology /Athletic Administration
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Fayetteville State University