McCrae Knapp
Hertford
Summary
Athletic professional with extensive experience in managing sports programs, enhancing athlete performance, and fostering community engagement. Known for collaborative approach and focus on achieving results, adapting to dynamic needs. Expertise in program development and team leadership with commitment to excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Shadow Student
Forest Hills Middle School
01.2019
- Gained experience & knowledge pertaining to the roles & responsibilities of an Athletic Director; developed a set of career goals to be accomplished in the future
Athletic Director
Northeast Elementary
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented athletic programs to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Coordinated schedules for practices, games, and events to optimize facility use and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with coaches to establish training regimens that improve athlete performance and teamwork.
- Managed budgets for equipment purchases, ensuring cost-effective spending while meeting program needs.
Assistant Softball Coach
Barton College Softball
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Primary worked with Catchers and Outfield; Pitch Calling; Hitting Approach; Field Maintenance; Arranging Hotels; Food Orders; Scheduling Games & Practice Plans; Recruiting; Ordering Apparel; Budgeting; Instructing Prospect Camps; Social Media Maintenance
Intern
Barton College Athletics Office
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Compliance Office: Development of National Letter of Intent forms; Grants; Renewals; Transfer Portals; Team Budgeting; Game-Day Operations; Student-Athlete Handbook Development
Group Sales & Marketing Intern
Edenton Steamers Minor League Baseball
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Preparation for events within the stadium (picnics, games, camps, etc.); provided assistance for local sponsors and advertising; social media maintenance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Business Administration
Barton College
Wilson, NC05.2022
High School - undefined
Perquimans County High School
Hertford, NC01.2018
Skills
- Technology Skills- General Computer Skills, Microsoft Excel Certification
- Coaching Certification through Human Kinetics Coach Education
- Dependability, Organization, Teamwork, Communication, Work Ethic, & Leadership
- Marketing & Management
- Budgeting for Barton College Athletics
- NCAA Compliance, Recruitment, Coaching, Transfers, & Mental Health Training Modules
Awards
All-Conference Team (Softball & Basketball)- 2014-2018, Female Athlete of the Year- 2015-2016, 2016-2017, 2017-2018, Coaches Award (Softball & Basketball)- 2017, 2018, All-State Player of the Year- 2018, District Player of the Year- 2017-2018, Barton College Softball Team- 2018-2022, Conference Carolinas All-Conference Team- 2021, Barton College Dean’s List- 2019, 2021, Barton College President List- 2022
Timeline
Athletic Director
Northeast Elementary
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Softball Coach
Barton College Softball
08.2022 - 04.2024
Intern
Barton College Athletics Office
01.2021 - 05.2022
Group Sales & Marketing Intern
Edenton Steamers Minor League Baseball
01.2021 - 01.2022
Shadow Student
Forest Hills Middle School
01.2019
High School - undefined
Perquimans County High School
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Business Administration
Barton College
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