Blake Gattringer-Coghlan
Canberra
Summary
Dedicated basketball coach with over 20 years of playing and coaching expereince. Committed to developing young basketball athletes at a high level to achieve ultimate growth and success both on and off the court.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Basketball Coach
Tuggeranong Southern Cross Club
11.2023 - Current
Head Coach:
- Boys Under 16's JPL
- Men's Premier League 2
Assistant Coach:
- Boys Under 19's JPL
- Men's Premier League 1
Basketball Coach
Norths Basketball Club
02.2018 - 10.2018
Head Coach:
- Boys Under 16's Division 1 (JPL)
- Men's Premier League 2
Assistant Coach:
- Boys Under 19's Division 1 (JPL)
- Men's Premier League 1
Having the opportunity to develop my coaching skills under Canberra Gunners assistant coach Andrew Martin.
Coaching representative players such as Jake Jobling, Jordan Johnathon and Jeremy Hazelwood.
Basketball Coach
Tuggeranong Vikings Basketball Club
02.2013 - 01.2018
Head Coach:
- Boys Under 16's Division 1 (JPL), 2017-2018
- Boys Under 16's Division 2, 2016-2017
- Boys Under 19's Division 1 (JPL), 2015-2016
- Boys Under 19's Division 2, 2014-2015
- Boys Under 16's Division 2, 2013-2014
- Boys Under 16's Division 3, 2012-2013
Assistant Coach:
- Men's Premier League Program
Having the opportunity to develop my coaching skills under Canberra Gunners head coach Peter Herak.
Coaching elite representative players such as Canberra Gunners captain Glenn Morrison in his final year of juniors and transition into men's Premier League.
Having the opportunity to coach against elite representitive players such as James Toohey and Alex Toohey.
Education
Club Coaching Course Level 1
Basketball Australia
Canberra, ACT08.2018
Certificate III of Fitness And Personal Training
Australian Institute of Fitness
Canberra, ACT07.2016
Certificate IV of Fitness And Personal Training
Australian Institute of Fitness
Canberra, ACT07.2016
Master Trainer
Australian Institute of Fitness
Canberra, ACT07.2016
Skills
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court
- Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback
- Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance
- Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels
Evaluated game film as part of ongoing review process identifying areas of weakness requiring targeted improvements
- Designed and implemented comprehensive player evaluation system to monitor progress and performance
- Developed players' technical skills through focused training sessions, leading to improved game performance
- Tailored coaching methods to individual player needs, enhancing overall team performance
- Fostered culture of discipline and respect among players, contributing to positive team environment
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries
- Mentored assistant coaches in their professional growth, sharing best practices in coaching techniques
Accomplishments
- Basketball ACT U16 Boys Division 3 Champions, 2012
- Basketball ACT U16 Boys Division 2 Champions, 2013
- Basketball ACT U16 Boys Division 2 Champions, 2016
- Inaugural Warriors NAIDOC Tournament U16 Boys Champions, 2017
- Warriors NAIDOC Tournament U19 Boys Division 2 Champions, 2024
Timeline
Basketball Coach
Tuggeranong Southern Cross Club
11.2023 - Current
Basketball Coach
Norths Basketball Club
02.2018 - 10.2018
Basketball Coach
Tuggeranong Vikings Basketball Club
02.2013 - 01.2018
Club Coaching Course Level 1
Basketball Australia
Certificate III of Fitness And Personal Training
Australian Institute of Fitness
Certificate IV of Fitness And Personal Training
Australian Institute of Fitness
Master Trainer
Australian Institute of Fitness
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