Amadi Mckenzie resume
Amadi McKenzie
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AmadiM------------
41 Rockmart Dr. NW, Atlanta Georgia 30314
Objectives
Obtain a position where I am able to maximize my critical thinking skills, my ability to learn quickly,
and my education. I am committed to professionalism in the highest manner and I also have strong
verbal and written communication skills. I am able to work under strict deadline schedules in a fast-
paced environment, alone and with a team, while paying attention to detail. I possess qualities that
allow me to be a great leader through humility, being culturally fluid and open-minded, taking
initiative, and using sound judgment to ensure consistency in myself and team performance.
Education
Tennessee Technological University
05/2008| History/Exercise Science
• Won the Ohio Valley Conference Championship
• 3-time all-conference player
• League and school history leader in field goal percentage and rebounding
• Number one all-time scouting percentage in school history
• Was named Captain of the team Junior and Senior years
• Won numerous awards throughout my career as a collegiate athlete
Experience
AAU Head Coach/Player Development Trainer 2/2019 - Present
Suwanee Sports Academy | Suwanee, Georgia
Game Elite | Atlanta, Georgia
Developing players aged 17U, 14U and 10U, physically, mentally and skillfully to reach their
maximum potential in the sport of basketball. Imposing offensive and defensive philosophies,
mental awareness and skill building to prepare young athletes for success on the court, in the
classroom and in life.
Varsity Head Coach 10/2018 – 5/2019
Al-Falah Academy | Lilburn, GA
Teach strategies, techniques and tactics for improved gameplay performance. Identify the most
capable players and place them in a position to lead the team. Instruct on the rules and guidelines in the framework of the game regulations. Help players improve their play individually and within the
team. Coach players with a passion, energy and excitement while teaching sportsmanship and
integrity.
Basketball Trainer 06/2016 – Present
Coach Up App & Referral Based | Greater Atlanta, GA
Provides professional instruction and training to clients looking to improve in the sport of basketball.
Both individual and group training. Work with clients, their parents, and their coaches to develop
the skills needed to excel in the sport as an individual and within a team.
Camp instructor 06/2005 – 04/2018
Numerous Different Basketball Camps | Greater Atlanta, GA & Multiple Cities, France
Assisted, trained, organized and oversaw operations for the American influenced basketball camps
overseas. Along with assisting, training, and organizing operations for many camps in the Atlanta
area.
Professional Basketball Player 08/2008 – 05/2017
Multiple Teams | France, Ukraine & Germany
High level professional basketball player. Captain of my respective professional teams 6 different
seasons. Moved from second to first division in 2013. Scoring leader in 2016 and 2017. Won forward
of the year in 2010.
Skills
• 1 Year AutoCAD drafting
• 15+ Years playing collegiate and professional Basketball
• 8+ Years being elected team captain
• 10+ Years leadership experience
• Fluent in French
• Advanced in all Microsoft Platforms (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Interests
Entrepreneurship, Basketball, Music Creation and Performance, Travel, Architecture, History
Amadi McKenzie
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AmadiM------------
41 Rockmart Dr. NW, Atlanta Georgia 30314
Objectives
Obtain a position where I am able to maximize my critical thinking skills, my ability to learn quickly,
and my education. I am committed to professionalism in the highest manner and I also have strong
verbal and written communication skills. I am able to work under strict deadline schedules in a fast-
paced environment, alone and with a team, while paying attention to detail. I possess qualities that
allow me to be a great leader through humility, being culturally fluid and open-minded, taking
initiative, and using sound judgment to ensure consistency in myself and team performance.
Education
Tennessee Technological University
05/2008| History/Exercise Science
• Won the Ohio Valley Conference Championship
• 3-time all-conference player
• League and school history leader in field goal percentage and rebounding
• Number one all-time scouting percentage in school history
• Was named Captain of the team Junior and Senior years
• Won numerous awards throughout my career as a collegiate athlete
Experience
AAU Head Coach/Player Development Trainer 2/2019 - Present
Suwanee Sports Academy | Suwanee, Georgia
Game Elite | Atlanta, Georgia
Developing players aged 17U, 14U and 10U, physically, mentally and skillfully to reach their
maximum potential in the sport of basketball. Imposing offensive and defensive philosophies,
mental awareness and skill building to prepare young athletes for success on the court, in the
classroom and in life.
Varsity Head Coach 10/2018 – 5/2019
Al-Falah Academy | Lilburn, GA
Teach strategies, techniques and tactics for improved gameplay performance. Identify the most
capable players and place them in a position to lead the team. Instruct on the rules and guidelines in the framework of the game regulations. Help players improve their play individually and within the
team. Coach players with a passion, energy and excitement while teaching sportsmanship and
integrity.
Basketball Trainer 06/2016 – Present
Coach Up App & Referral Based | Greater Atlanta, GA
Provides professional instruction and training to clients looking to improve in the sport of basketball.
Both individual and group training. Work with clients, their parents, and their coaches to develop
the skills needed to excel in the sport as an individual and within a team.
Camp instructor 06/2005 – 04/2018
Numerous Different Basketball Camps | Greater Atlanta, GA & Multiple Cities, France
Assisted, trained, organized and oversaw operations for the American influenced basketball camps
overseas. Along with assisting, training, and organizing operations for many camps in the Atlanta
area.
Professional Basketball Player 08/2008 – 05/2017
Multiple Teams | France, Ukraine & Germany
High level professional basketball player. Captain of my respective professional teams 6 different
seasons. Moved from second to first division in 2013. Scoring leader in 2016 and 2017. Won forward
of the year in 2010.
Skills
• 1 Year AutoCAD drafting
• 15+ Years playing collegiate and professional Basketball
• 8+ Years being elected team captain
• 10+ Years leadership experience
• Fluent in French
• Advanced in all Microsoft Platforms (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Interests
Entrepreneurship, Basketball, Music Creation and Performance, Travel, Architecture, History