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Recruiting
Working under Kiana Jasper, Tess assisted in the preparation and execution of three official visit weekends in June. This primarily consisted of setting up hotel rooms, decorating events such as dinners and photoshoots, and assisting in the preparation other OV activities.
Football Operations
Under the direction of Kevin Cristello, Tess had the opportunity to assist in the management and preparation of prospect camps, meals, and team travel arrangements/details. Learning how he organizes and prepares for summer events and the 2023 season allowed her to pick up helpful tips to use as an aspiring DFO.
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Prospect & Kids Camps
Her primary task during prospect camps was to handle the registration which includes recording all participants' measurements.
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Meal Preparation
Assisting in the setup of fuel bars for post lifts and workouts, Tess ensured all food and supplies were fully stocked. Additionally, she managed lunch swipes to ensure all players were properly nourishing their bodies.
Season Logistics
Creating manuals for the upcoming season, Tess was able to assist Kevin with operational tasks to ensure season preparation went as smoothly as possible. She also learned tips and tricks that increase efficiency and effectiveness regarding team operations.
A prominent ethical issue within intercollegiate athletics is finding the right balance between academics and athletics. While NCAA’s mission is “to be an integral part of higher education and to focus on the development of our student-athletes,” many coaches and administrators lose sight of this aspect due to intercollegiate athletics’ natural competitive atmosphere. Student-athlete development programs have been implemented across NCAA institutions to assist in professional and personal growth and aid in preparing for college and post-collegiate careers. Events, conversations, workshops, community work, and more are incorporated into programs to prepare student-athletes to be exceptional stewards, students, and future leaders.
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Tess' special project throughout this internship was to propose a 4-year development program to assist in the holistic development of student-athletes. Working and learning from Paul Ressa, she conducted extensive research on areas that Coastal Football coaches and staff believes needs strengthening and improvement in. Utilizing prior research knowledge and experience specifically in student-athlete development, Tess successfully presented an effective and thorough program that will assist in increasing pre/post-collegiate readiness and athletic and academic success.
Player Development & Programing
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