(651) 300-4209   • Donn@OMalleyLand.com

Playing Experience

Primarily played as a Striker(9) or an Offensive Center Midfielder(8). Also filled in as a Winger (11 or 7 - More left side than right). I often played a full 90 minutes. I play an aggressive, high pressure and very loud game. A team that plays together and has better fitness can win every time. I believe a team is more than the individual players and a team’s success is directly associated to the community and culture the team fosters.

School:

• 1999-2001 - Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota - Winona, MN

• 1995-1999 - Crystal Lake Central High School - Crystal Lake, IL

Club:

• 1995-1999 - FC96ers - Schaumburg IL

• 1993-1994 - Northwest United Soccer Club - Crystal Lake, IL

• 1991-1993 & 1994-1995 - Hotspurs Soccer Club - Crystal Lake, IL

Certifications

• Saint Paul Park and Rec Coaches Certification

• U.S. Center For Safesport Certification

• CDC HEADS UP  Concussion Training for Youth Sports Coaches

• Sideline Behavior - The Sideline Project / Soccer Parenting Association

• FranklinCovey Strategic Leadership

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Coaching Experience

Saint Paul Parks and Recreation - Saint Paul, MN

Soccer / Futsal Coach - 2021 - Present

• Planned and Organized Practices: Developed and executed structured practice plans focusing on the fundamentals, strategies, and rules of soccer to ensure players' growth and development.

• Emphasized Sportsmanship: Fostered a positive environment by teaching players the value of respect, teamwork, and good sportsmanship both on and off the field.

• Ensured Player Safety: Instructed participants on safety procedures, managed injury situations effectively, and maintained safe playing conditions by inspecting facilities and equipment.

• Supervised Youth Athletes: Provided attentive supervision for all players during practices and games, ensuring a secure and inclusive environment.

• Motivated Players: Encouraged young athletes to strive for personal and team excellence by building confidence and promoting a growth mindset.

• Adapted Coaching Techniques: Tailored instruction to meet the diverse skill levels and learning needs of players, ensuring inclusivity and progress for all participants.

• Developed Competitive Skills: Worked with players to improve technical abilities, fitness, and game understanding, preparing them for competitive play.

• Managed Equipment and Logistics: Organized and maintained inventory of soccer gear, ensured availability of necessary equipment, and arranged field reservations for practices and games.

• Communicated Effectively: Maintained open communication with players, parents, and program administrators, providing updates and fostering strong community relationships.

• Supported Program Goals: Aligned coaching activities with the mission and vision of Saint Paul Parks and Rec, contributing to an inclusive and welcoming program for all participants.

• Inclusive Training: Worked independently with Park and Recreations to gym time allowing me to provide weekly, free, open, soccer/futsal practice through the start of winter to bridge the gap between the Rec Soccer and Futsal sessions.

Saint Paul Parks and Recreation - Saint Paul, MN

Volleyball Coach - 2019 - 2023

• Youth Development and Engagement: Designed and implemented practice plans that emphasized skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for young athletes.

• Game Strategy and Adaptability: Taught fundamental techniques and game strategies, adapting coaching approaches to meet the needs and skill levels of individual players.

• Organizational and Leadership Skills: Managed team logistics, including scheduling practices, coordinating games, and communicating effectively with players and parents.

• Emphasized Sportsmanship: Fostered a positive environment by teaching players the value of respect, teamwork, and good sportsmanship both on and off the field.

• Motivated Players: Encouraged young athletes to strive for personal and team excellence by building confidence and promoting a growth mindset.

• Adapted Coaching Techniques: Tailored instruction to meet the diverse skill levels and learning needs of players, ensuring inclusivity and progress for all participants.

• Developed Competitive Skills: Worked with players to improve technical abilities, fitness, and game understanding, preparing them for competitive play.

• Communicated Effectively: Maintained open communication with players, parents, and program administrators, providing updates and fostering strong community relationships.

• Supported Program Goals: Aligned coaching activities with the mission and vision of Saint Paul Parks and Rec, contributing to an inclusive and welcoming program for all participants.

• Inclusive Training: Worked independently with Park and Recreations to gym time allowing me to provide weekly, free, open, soccer/futsal practice through the start of winter to bridge the gap between the Rec Soccer and Futsal sessions.

Additional Experience

Blackhawks Soccer Club - Saint Paul, MN

At-Large Board Member & 2007 Girls Gold Team Manager - November 2021 - July 2023

• Roster and Documentation Management: Maintained accurate and up-to-date player rosters, documentation, and photos to ensure readiness for games, tournaments, and official events.

• Team Communication: Facilitated effective communication with players, families, and coaching staff, ensuring timely updates and clarity.

• Budget Management: Successfully managed team budgets, ensuring invoices were paid on time and financial operations ran smoothly.

• Event Inclusivity: Contributed to creating inclusive and welcoming environments by identifying and replacing non-aligned events with engaging, community-focused activities.

• Organizational Leadership: Demonstrated strong planning and organizational skills by coordinating schedules, rosters, and team logistics effectively.

Ramsey Parent Teacher Organization - Saint Paul, MN

Fundraising Chair & Other Duties as needed - June 2021 - June 2022

• Fundraising Leadership: Designed and executed a new fundraising strategy, achieving a 150% increase in funds and a 400% boost in engagement, demonstrating innovative problem-solving and organizational skills.

• Effective Communication: Managed social media, newsletters, and digital platforms to enhance engagement with staff, families, and the community.

• Process Development: Established transparent systems for managing requests and distributing resources, ensuring accountability and efficiency.

• Digital Transition Leadership: Converted organizational operations to paperless systems, streamlining communication and documentation processes.

• Team Coordination: Provided consistent updates and managed delegated tasks to ensure smooth collaboration and goal alignment.

J.J. Hill Montessori Parent Teacher Organization- Saint Paul, MN

Past Chair - June 2018 - July 2019

• Event Leadership and Strategy: Designed and executed large-scale events, including a community-focused Fun Run fundraiser, showcasing organizational skills and the ability to rally participants toward a common goal.

• Team Building and Leadership: Led and supported diverse groups, including volunteers and committee chairs, fostering collaboration and achieving full staffing for leadership roles over two years.

• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Worked closely with school staff and administration to align organizational goals with broader educational priorities, ensuring cohesive teamwork and shared success.

• Operational Planning and Coordination: Streamlined logistics and scheduling, ensuring efficient operations for events and initiatives while maintaining clear communication with all participants. Continued to lead and organize the annual, self-organized, fundraiser. It was the most successful fundraiser in school history for the first few years in a row. Increased the participation from community partners like the Police Department, Fire Department, School District and the Mayor of Saint Paul. Increased engagement and provided more opportunities for leadership and organizational roles for the Upper Elementary students. We set very ambitious goals that we were able to meet and exceed. We put 90%+ of the donated funds directly back into the school.

• Youth Engagement and Development: Increased opportunities for student leadership and participation, fostering a sense of responsibility, teamwork, and commitment to shared objectives.

J.J. Hill Montessori Parent Teacher Organization- Saint Paul, MN

Chair - June 2016 - July 2018

• Organization Leadership and Strategy: Led, supported and managed other PTO Officers, Committee Chairs and Volunteers. Worked with various school staff and administration to align the PTO goals, activities and needs with those of the the school. Worked to further the Mission and Vision of the PTO through community building activities and identifying new opportunities where the PTO can be effective. Manage and delegate various logistics tasks including running committee and general meetings, providing agendas, a monthly newsletter, filling out permits and maintaining documentation in online folders. 

• Organizational Efficiency:Migrated entire operation into a set of online resources for managing everything from organization documentation to newsletters and school directory as well as leveraging various vendor systems for tasks such as volunteer sign ups and many others. Coordinated with school staff to create an entire online Parent Teacher Conference sign up system. Worked with school administration to combine various online tools to limit the amount of duplication and improve collaboration between our groups.Created online presence for organization and eliminated the use of personal accounts via email and social media for official PTO communication 

• Team Building and Leadership: Led and supported diverse groups, including volunteers and committee chairs, fostering collaboration and achieving full staffing for leadership roles over two years.

• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Worked closely with school staff and administration to align organizational goals with broader educational priorities, ensuring cohesive teamwork and shared success.

• Operational Planning and Coordination: Designed, planned and executed large-scale events including the annual, self-organized, fundraiser. It was the most successful fundraiser in school history for the first few years in a row. Increased the participation from community partners like the Police Department, Fire Department, School District and the Mayor of Saint Paul. Increased engagement and provided more opportunities for leadership and organizational roles for the Upper Elementary students. We set very ambitious goals that we were able to meet and exceed. We put 90%+ of the donated funds directly back into the school.

• Youth Engagement and Development: Increased opportunities for student leadership and participation, fostering a sense of responsibility, teamwork, and commitment to shared objectives.

• Community Engagement and Development: Boosted Officer and Committee Chair participation. Successfully staffed all desired positions two years in a row (a first for many years). Increased volunteer participatication by almost 20% the first year and another 10% the second. 

Additional Skills

• Comprehensive Knowledge of Soccer: Deep understanding of soccer fundamentals, rules, strategies, and proper conditioning techniques.

• Safety and Risk Management: Proficient in implementing safety protocols, managing injuries, and ensuring a secure environment for players.

• Strong Communication Skills: Adept at delivering clear instructions, fostering team relationships, and maintaining open communication with players, parents, and staff.

• Leadership and Team Building: Skilled in motivating athletes, promoting teamwork, and creating an inclusive, sportsmanship-focused atmosphere.

• Organizational and Planning Abilities: Experienced in scheduling practices and games, managing equipment inventory, and developing structured training programs.

Education

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Winona, Minnesota

August 2019 - May 2023

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

References

Available upon request