Preston Kaufman
Oswego
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Canes Baseball
Naperville
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided feedback to athletes on their performances in practices and competitions.
- Conducted practice sessions and provided instruction to players on technique, strategy, and performance.
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Aided in developing athletes at varying levels from beginner to elite.
- Provided guidance to players on sportsmanship, discipline, nutrition, injury prevention techniques.
- Assisted head coach in making decisions related to personnel moves such as recruiting, player selection.
- Collaborated with strength and conditioning coaches on physical conditioning programs for players.
- Assisted in the recruitment of student-athletes for the program.
Summer Intern
Jordan Legal Group
Aurora
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Performed data entry tasks to maintain accurate client information.
- Supported administrative tasks, including filing and organizing legal documents.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
Baseball Camp Instructor
Aurora Central Catholic High School
Aurora
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Facilitated engaging baseball drills to enhance campers' skills and foster teamwork.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all participants.
- Coordinated daily activities to maintain an organized and efficient camp schedule.
- Assisted campers in developing individual skills through personalized training sessions.
- Led warm-up and cool-down sessions to promote physical wellness and injury prevention.
- Monitored campers' emotional well-being to foster a supportive camp atmosphere.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
- Monitored camper progress throughout the week and provided feedback accordingly.
- Displayed enthusiasm for teaching baseball fundamentals.
- Demonstrated correct game play and citizenship behaviors.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminial Justice
Marian University
Fond Du Lac, WI05-2026
High School Diploma -
Aurora Central Catholic High School
Aurora, IL05-2021
Criminal Justice
Benedictine University
Lisle, ILSkills
- Team building and training
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Data management
- Performance evaluation
- Event planning
- Sportsmanship guidance
- Safety awareness
- Sports psychology
Accomplishments
Top Pitcher Award for Canes Boys Baseball 2021
Affiliations
I have played in the Prospect League for the Pistol Shrimp, the Burlington Bees, and the Quincy Doggy Paddlers from 2021-2026. This is a premier collegiate summer baseball league honing skills for pro scouts in a minor league atmosphere.
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Canes Baseball
07.2024 - 08.2024
Summer Intern
Jordan Legal Group
07.2023 - 07.2023
Baseball Camp Instructor
Aurora Central Catholic High School
06.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminial Justice
Marian University
High School Diploma -
Aurora Central Catholic High School
Criminal Justice
Benedictine University