Emerson Jeka
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Achieving my dream of playing professional AFL, including my debut for Hawthorn in 2021, instilled in me a deep passion for health, fitness, and high-performance training. Throughout my five-year career, I developed exceptional teamwork, adaptability, and mental toughness while overcoming significant injuries through discipline and strength training. Highly coachable and committed to continuous improvement, I now aspire to transition into the fitness industry, leveraging my athletic experience to inspire and guide others toward their own health and fitness goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional AFL Footballer
Geelong Football Club
Melbourne, VIC
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintained strong mental focus under pressure situations, enabling successful execution of crucial plays during games.
- Improved techniques and form by training consistently.
- Attended all practices on time with positive demeanor and willingness to work hard.
- Maintained drive and determination to obtain personal and team objectives and goals.
- Demonstrated adaptability by playing various positions on the field based on team needs during specific matches or competitions.
- Kept in peak physical condition through proper diet and exercise.
- Attended all practices, meetings, and workouts on time.
- Exhibited excellent teamwork and strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
Professional AFL Footballer
Hawthorn Football Club
Melbourne, VIC
11.2019 - 08.2023
- Maintained attitude of coachability and adaptability to handle any challenge.
- Fostered positive relationships with teammates, resulting in improved communication on the field.
- Utilized physical resilience and mental fortitude to earn roster spot on Hawthorn Senior team.
- Expanded knowledge of game tactics by studying film footage of opponents'' strategies and discussing findings with coaching staff.
- Displayed exemplary sportsmanship at all times, promoting respect for opponents and officials.
- Increased overall team success by consistently participating in skill-building drills and exercises during practice sessions.
- Strengthened teamwork abilities by attending regular strategy meetings with coaches and fellow players.
- Achieved lifelong aspiration through proven work ethic, dedication, and visualization.
- Demonstrated adaptability by playing various positions on the field based on team needs during specific matches or competitions.
Landscaping Worker
Jeka Corporation
Melbourne, VIC
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Improved landscape appearance by performing regular maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, and trimming.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Education
No Degree - Fitness - Level 1 ASCA Strength & Conditioning
Australian Strength Conditioning Association
Melbourne, VIC03-2025
Skills
- Strength training
- Nutritional guidance
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Communication skills
- Quick decision making
- Time management
- Coachability and learning
- Mental toughness
- Work ethic and discipline
- Leadership qualities
Timeline
Professional AFL Footballer
Geelong Football Club
11.2023 - 10.2024
Professional AFL Footballer
Hawthorn Football Club
11.2019 - 08.2023
Landscaping Worker
Jeka Corporation
01.2017 - 06.2019
No Degree - Fitness - Level 1 ASCA Strength & Conditioning
Australian Strength Conditioning Association