James Lenihan
Varsity Lakes
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven coach with a proven track record at Burleigh Bears RLFC, securing two Queensland Cup Premierships. Expert in offensive strategy development and team leadership training, fostering player growth and performance. Adept at mentoring athletes and implementing effective motivational techniques to enhance team cohesion and success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Gold Coast Titans RLFC
11.2020 - 10.2025
- ·My responsibilities have primarily been Offensive Coach and strategy.
- Skill Development: up skilling players with their core and advanced skills as well as constructing strategy and mentality.
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and purpose
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
Head Coach
Burleigh Bears RLFC
11.2015 - 10.2019
Success - 2 Queensland Cup Premierships 2016, 2019
Club Responsibilities
- Identity & Mentality
- Strategic, Technical & Skill Development
- Coaching/ Managing Staff, Players, High Performance Unit, Medical
Recruitment And Pathways
- Strategic Alignment from Q-Cup – Cyril Connell (Academies)
- Player Identification
- Pathway Programs
- Coaching Coaches
- Align Club Mentality
Leadership – Development & Implementation of Team Leadership Strategies
Skills
- Offensive and defensive strategy development
- Man Management
- Team leadership training
- Motivational techniques
- Video presentation skills
- RRR system debriefing
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Gold Coast Titans RLFC
11.2020 - 10.2025
Head Coach
Burleigh Bears RLFC
11.2015 - 10.2019
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