David O’Donnell
Hull
Summary
Seasoned Hockey Coach with a robust background in training, mentoring and guiding players to achieve their highest potential. Possess strong leadership skills, adept at developing effective game strategies and managing team dynamics. Have consistently demonstrated the ability to foster player's skills development while promoting a positive, competitive environment. Noteworthy for improving team performance through innovative coaching techniques and strategic planning.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Premier Hockey Coach
South Shore Kings
Foxborough
04.2013 - 03.2025
- Maintained accurate records of team statistics throughout the season.
- Developed and delivered effective strategies for game play.
- Performed administrative tasks such as tracking attendance or scheduling games.
- Recruited potential athletes by sending recruitment letters, meeting with recruits and arranging and offering incentives.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Recruited talented athletes to join the hockey program.
- Encouraged teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect among players.
- Evaluated player's performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Participated in professional development activities related to coaching.
- Player advancement to a higher junior level, or collegiate placement.
Overnight Shift Supervisor
South Shore Education Collaborative
Hingham
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations as they arose during the shift.
- Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, safety protocols, job duties, and company policies.
- Managed daily workflow and scheduled staff for adequate coverage.
- Developed strategies for improving communication between staff members, while maintaining a positive working environment.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of team members on overnight shifts.
- Addressed disciplinary actions when necessary according to company policies.
- Worked with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school.
- I consulted with a psychiatrist about the client's medication changes, issues with medication compliance, and the efficacy of the medications.
- Medication administration.
- Assisted the client with scheduling home visits and phone calls.
- Administered medications in crisis situations.
- Gathered information regarding treatment plan's
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MASkills
- Game strategy
- Player assessment
- Statistical analysis
- Team management
- Performance evaluation
- Player development
- Recruitment management
- Game strategy development
- Practice planning and management
- Skill assessment
- Reliability
- Player recruiting
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Professional development
- Maintain safety
- Eligibility rules
- Talent scouting
- Excellent communication
- Athlete safety
- Rules and regulations
Certification
- Level 4 USA Hockey Certification
- Safe Sport training
Other experience and interest
- 20+ years coaching High School, American legend and AAU baseball
Timeline
Premier Hockey Coach
South Shore Kings
04.2013 - 03.2025
Overnight Shift Supervisor
South Shore Education Collaborative
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Massasoit Community College