SYDNEY LOWERY
Cullowhee,NC
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
05.2024 - Current
- Scouting - worked with Synergy, Just Play and Sports Code to maintain game footage and prepare for opponents.
- On Campus and Off Campus Recruiting - Coordinated game schedules during the recruiting live period for head coach when we were at the same site.
- Developed and implemented tailored training programs for student-athletes to enhance skills and performance.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and optimize player performance.
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the court.
- Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
- Analyzed opponent gameplay to identify strengths and weaknesses for strategic preparation.
- Developed strong relationships with athletes and their families, fostering a supportive environment both on and off the court.
- Managed equipment inventory with ordering gear for the season for student-athletes and coaching staff.
- Assisted head coach in alumni engagement with providing suggestions and organization to host alumni coming back to campus.
- Assisted head coach with team building activities during summer session to help foster chemistry within the team.
Women's Basketball Graduate Assistant
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Built scouting report for player personnel via Synergy and Fast Scout
- Film breakdown using Sportscode
- Provided in-game support to defensive coaches for match-ups
- Responsible for alerting coaches for change of line-ups during time outs
- Assisted with all aspects for on campus recruiting visits
- Taught scout team opponent plays that would be run in practice
- Worked individually with guards to help them improve shooting and ball-handling skills
- Oversaw pre-game warm-up routines
- Assisted in post-practice film to evaluate defensive strengths and weaknesses
- Travel preparation (packing equipment, uniforms, plan meals, and snacks on the road)
- Guide and train manager staff for practices and games
- Oversaw day to day operations for managers and scout players
- Coordinated schedules for scout team and managers to arrive for practices and games
- Built intentional relationships and fostered community with players
- Developed skill work exercises for specific positions
- Coordinated post-practice and on the road meals via TeamWorks
- Assisted in academic support with class check
- Created high school database for all high schools in the surrounding area for camp
Camp Counselor
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Ran fundamental skill work and position workstations at camp
- Helped make camp schedule for each counselor via Excel
- Organized and assisted with paperwork for campers’
- Organized activities and games to maintain consistent flow of camp schedule
- Supervised each court to diffuse any conflicts that could arise
Assistant Recruiting Coordinator
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Coordinated game schedules during the recruiting live period for coaches
- Created itinerary for prospective student athlete and their families, not limited to restaurant reservations, local activities, and campus tours
- Set up tailgates, photoshoots and team dinners for official and unofficial visits
- Booked reservations for hotels, entertainment, dinners, and team activities
- Organized and maintained recruiting database via FastRecruit
- Decorated hotel rooms for official visits
Division 1 Athlete, Graduate
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Spent one year with the Fairfield Stags as a graduate student where we competed in the MAAC Conference going 19-1 in the regular season.
- Regular season champions and won the MAAC tournament to take us to the NCAA Tournament.
Assistant Coach
St. Luke’s High School
New Canaan, CT
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted players with fundamental skills to help them in game situations
- Developed 16 players to perfect their skills (i.e. shooting, ball handling, passing)
- Strategized with coaches with effective game plans against opponents
- Created schedules for practice via Microsoft Word
Division 1 Athlete – Undergraduate
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA
05.2017 - 11.2020
- Member of the women’s basketball team
- Maintained above 3.0 GPA
- Recipient of the 2018-2019 Athletic Director’s Award for Academic Achievement List
- All – ACC Honor Roll (2018-2020)
Team Impact – Community Outreach
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Served as president for the women’s basketball program of Boston College to schedule events with the young children that are diagnosed with a terminal illness
- Scheduled dates and times for team to bond with participant; i.e. going to ice cream, basketball games, etc.
- Communicated with parents and coaching staff to find innovative ways to connect with participant
Camp Counselor
Boston College Women’s Elite Basketball
Chestnut Hill
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Demonstrated drills to players to increase understanding of foundational basketball skills
- Held one-on-one sessions with campers to increase players’ development based on personal and professional goals
- Coordinated the scheduling and location for 200 campers, coaches and staff members
- Built young girls’ understanding of basketball, teamwork, relationships, and sportsmanship
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement of campers.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among campers, promoting a positive camp environment.
Education
Masters - Sport Management
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2024
Masters - Management
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Sociology
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05-2021
Skills
- Skill development
- Personal discipline
- Motivational skills
- Team motivation
- Training drills
- Player evaluations
- Performance analysis
- Player evaluation
- Game preparation
- Equipment management
- Team bonding
Awards
Division 1 Athlete – Graduate, Recipient of All Tournament Team Honors, Member of MAAC Championship Team, MAAC Regular Season Championship Team, MAAC All-Academic Team
Organizations
- St. Luke’s School – New Canaan, Connecticut
- Founder of PINK OUT
- Started breast cancer awareness day at St. Luke’s High School
- Collaborated with administrators to decorate the school for the event and facilitated a day school to wear their pink clothing
- Produced and distributed fact sheets for students throughout the day to raise awareness and provide educational information
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Western Carolina University
05.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor
Florida State University
07.2023 - 07.2023
Assistant Recruiting Coordinator
Florida State University
06.2023 - 06.2023
Women's Basketball Graduate Assistant
Florida State University
06.2022 - 05.2024
Division 1 Athlete, Graduate
Fairfield University
05.2021 - 05.2022
Assistant Coach
St. Luke’s High School
12.2020 - 03.2021
Team Impact – Community Outreach
Boston College
10.2018 - 03.2020
Camp Counselor
Boston College Women’s Elite Basketball
06.2017 - 08.2017
Division 1 Athlete – Undergraduate
Boston College
05.2017 - 11.2020
Masters - Management
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Sociology
Boston College
Masters - Sport Management
Florida State University