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How to Make a Basketball Resume
We’re going to explain how to make a basketball resume and why it is important to have one.
What is the first thing a potential future employer asks for when you apply for a job in their organization? A resume. Trust us, it is no different when you apply for a roster position on a professional basketball team.
If you are playing in the NBA and have stats and videos posted all over the web then you probably will not need a resume. Teams can easily access that information if they are offered your services. For everyone else, you will need to either make one yourself or hire someone to make a basketball resume for you
Another option is to make a website with all of your information. A LinkedIn profile or partial bio on a highlight video doesn’t count.
Whatever you decide to do, make sure you do it before you pursue your professional career. Having a basketball resume shows you are serious about your career, that you’re organized, and you value potential employers’ time by giving them easy and quick access to your information.![]()
It is important to remember that you are applying for a job that many other players are applying for as well.
Table of Contents
Step 1: Select a Format
A PDF document is the best option. We typically recommend that players make their resumes, also called player bios or in Europe CV’s (short for Curriculum Vitae), using Microsoft Word or a similar program. There are many templates that you can use or you can easily make your own.
The final version should be saved in a pdf form as a PDF Document, as this will keep it’s formatting no matter how and where you send it. Keep it saved, as a word or text document, in a safe place so you can easily modify it each year.
Save a copy on your phone or on a cloud platform so that you can quickly send it to someone asking for it, no matter where you are. Opportunities in basketball happen fast and teams typically make quick decisions.
Timing can be the difference between getting interest from a team or missing out on an opportunity.
Having your document ready at all times gives you an added advantage.
Step 2: Add Your Personal Information
Your name height, birthdate, playing position and nationality should lead the player resume. Coaches and team directors are going to want to know what position you play, your age via your birthdate, height as well as your nationality and what passports you hold.
You can also add the most recent team you played for as well as if you played for a university team.
Other optional additions, but not necessary, could include the airport you would fly out of, where you reside and place of birth.
Many players add their contact information such as email address and phone number. Some agents don’t want that information on there as teams may try to reach out to you directly instead of using the agent.
If you are working to promote yourself without an agent then add your contact information.
If you are working with an agent or agency you should add the name of the agency and their contact information.
Step 3: Add a Photo of Yourself
A game picture or one in formal attire. We recommend that you select a photo where you are in a game situation, so that you can show your athleticism and physical condition.
If you do not have an action photo, a picture in formal attire (suit or dress) works fine. If you have attended a University you will most likely have a head shot.
Step 4: Input Your Stats
Input all statistics from previous teams. We like to see tables in our players resumes. It keeps things organized and in order. Make sure to put each team name, league or division, and year in the description of your stats.
Be very thorough when inputting your statistical information. Whether it was a good season or not, you need to have all of your information in there.
If you are missing a season in which you have stats for, teams will look at it as a gap in your resume which could make them lose interest in you.
Poor stats are better than no stats. At least it shows you were active and playing in a competition.
Be honest and make sure your stats are accurate. At EuroProBasket we have had situations where our players exaggerated their stats and it led to teams not trusting them and ending up not signing them. Keep it real!
Add links to trusted online stat sites like eurobasket.com, realgm.com, your university player bio or federation player profiles to show your trillness.
Step 5: Insert Video Hyperlinks
Game film and highlights are crucial to getting professional basketball opportunities and are going to show teams what you can do for them. Make sure all good quality game film and highlights are uploaded to a youtube channel, or other online database, that you have access to change or modify.
Add your name, date and personal information to the title and description so people interested in finding a video about you in a google search have access to it.
We recommend having a highlight made for each season you played, as a type of resumen of your season as well as a promotional tool for future opportunities.
Highlights can only give a brief glimpse into what type of player you are, your athletic ability, shooting form, quickness and other qualities. It will not be the deciding factor on whether you get a contract or not.
Your full game film will be the decision maker for teams interested in you. The quality of this video, or better put the competition in this video, is extremely important. Make sure you have at least two full games, good quality, from the previous season. Game film from two, three or four seasons ago are not useful for teams looking to sign you this season. It needs to be from this past season or even current season.
You’ll need to upload it to youtube, add your uniform color and number to the description as well as the team name, league and date the game was played.
On your basketball resume, add a short description of each video and the hyperlinks, which are clickable and will take the clicker directly to the video.
This is a very important step, do not forget to add the hyperlinks to your videos.
Coming Soon – We will do another article/video on what game film qualifies as “good enough” for professional teams overseas. Not “whatever” film will be accepted and evaluated. Open gyms, workout videos and most combines will be completely ignored by professional teams. Your game film or video needs to be from a respected competition. Stay tuned for that article/video.
Step 6: Showcase Awards and Accolades
This is a good opportunity to mention all of the accomplishments and accolades you have accomplished throughout your career.
This is the place to add a little swag to your resume. 1st team All-American, 2nd All-Defensive team, Conference Champions, MVP of the league…you did you and now it’s time to let everyone else know it! In all seriousness this is all valuable information for scouts, recruiters and decision makers on teams
Things to Remember about making a basketball resume – Do’s and Dont’s?Make your information easily accessibleWith a pdf that has all of your information, it is very quick and easy for an agent to send your information to teams or coaches that request a player to fill their roster spot.
It also makes it easy for the coach of a team to share your information with the decision makers in that team or organization.
In almost all professional teams many people (coach, GM, sports director, board members) come together to make the decision to sign a specific player. Make it easy for them to have access to your information, and share it, so they can make a decision on whether to sign you or not. If your information is scattered in emails and messages things will get lost and you could lose interest from the team.
Hundreds of Applications for One PositionYou don’t want to make teams go online to search for information about you. Chances are they will after they take interest anyways but the key is to spark some initial interest.
Professional teams evaluate hundreds of players to sign throughout the course of a season. If information about you is difficult to access then they will just move on to the next option.
Don’t get overlooked because someone else has their information all in one place and you don’t
Clarity is Key – Universal Language
Make your basketball resume in English.
It is a universal language that is used all over the globe.
You should be aware that in the case of most overseas basketball teams, English is a second, third or even fourth language. Many coaches or team managers have a low level of English or no level at all.
Descriptions about yourself or comparisons to other NBA players are pretty useless and can just be confusing. Leave those out. Numbers are the most universal part of a language.
You have all heard the phrase “Numbers don’t lie”. Well, they are also easy to understand for most everyone. Stick to using numbers.
Short and SweetTry to keep your basketball resume to just one page. For most people and in most cases, all basketball information should be able to fit on one page. We have seen resumes with upwards of 10 pages! That’s way too much to scroll through and very confusing for people looking for a few key things to evaluate you.
Don’t add too many photosOne picture is sufficient.
If you have space to add more or the design of your resume makes it so you can add more than one picture, then feel free to do so.
Just make sure those pictures are the highest quality you can get and that they are either of you playing basketball in a game situation, practice environment or in some formal attire.
Another thing to remember is that organizations hire positive people that will bring good energy to their team. A picture smiling is worth way more than one mean muggin’.
Basketball Player Resume Examples
Take a look at these various basketball resume examples.
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How to Write a Basketball Resume • BUOM
By Indeed Editorial Team
Published March 29, 2021
Whether you're applying for a basketball coach or player position, it's important to highlight your skills and experience on your resume.
Understanding how to write a basketball resume can help you make a name for yourself professionally and increase your chances of getting the position you're applying for. In this article, we explain what a basketball profession is, provide step-by-step instructions for writing a basketball resume, and provide a template and example to use when writing your own resume.
What is a professional basketball player?
A professional basketball player can be an athlete who trains and takes part in basketball games or a coach who instructs players. As professionals, basketball players compete in sports, and organizations often pay coaches to run their teams. Often basketball coaches start out as players and share their knowledge with others when they are no longer playing, sometimes starting as an assistant coach before becoming a head coach.
How to Write a Basketball Resume
Here are a few steps you can take when writing a basketball resume:
1. Add a title
Your resume title should include your full name at the top in a slightly larger font than the rest of the text.
Please include your phone number, email address, and current location below so recruiters can contact you. Including a portfolio link of your flashy videos from past games if you're applying for a player position can also be helpful for recruiters to see you in action to see if you're the right fit for the team.
2. Write a professional resume
To introduce yourself to sports agents or teams, include a short section describing your basketball experience and skills. Here you can add personal information such as your position or positions you have played and how long you have been playing. Coaches may include information about which age group or groups they have coached, as well as statistics about their seasons such as wins and losses.
3. List your skills
List your relevant basketball skills. If you are applying for a player position, you can highlight your ability to be a team player. Coaches can focus their resume on the idea that they can lead and manage a team.
Skills that coaches should include on their resumes might include:
skills, which players must include in their resume, may be as follows:
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Disciplined
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Active listener
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Physical fitness
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Time management
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Strong work ethic
4. Add Work Experience
List your past basketball jobs in reverse chronological order. Typically, this section should include two to four different positions within the company or team they worked for, location, dates of employment, and major job responsibilities or responsibilities.
5. List your education
Include a section on your education. A basketball player may need at least a high school diploma, but some players may play in college and earn a related degree, such as in physical education.
Coaches often earn a degree in sports management. You may also list any additional training you have completed or certifications you have received.
6. Include additional or relevant information
Add a section with any information not previously mentioned in your resume. This may include related awards and licenses. Coaches are usually certified in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation so they can deal with player injuries and incidents. Adding information about the awards you have received can impress future employers and show your potential to be successful with them.
Tips for writing a basketball resume
When writing a resume for basketball, there are certain components that need to be included in addition to sections. Here are some tips for writing a basketball resume:
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Focus on the details: If you play a specific position, focus on that aspect of basketball on your resume. Coaches can focus on their specialties, such as working with college athletes or knowing specific positions.
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Add your statistics. In addition to your achievements and rewards, showcase your progress with numeric data such as seasonal statistics or percentage of games won.
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Read the job description. Before writing a resume, review the description of the position you are applying for so you can personalize your resume and highlight the skills and qualifications they are looking for in a candidate.
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Be truthful: do not exaggerate your accomplishments or gaming performance in order to provide misleading information about yourself. Include accurate information about your performance.
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Error Correction: As with other resumes, it is important that your basketball resume is free of spelling or grammatical errors to show the recruiter that you have put in the time and effort to complete it.
Template
You can use this template for your basketball resume:
[First name] [Last name]
[Phone number]
[Email address]
[Location]
[Website or digital portfolio]
ПРОФЕССИОНАЛЬНОЕ РЕЗЮМЕ
[Paragraph describing your qualifications]
НАВЫКИ И УМЕНИЯ
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[Relevant skill]
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[Relevant skill]
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[Relevant skill]
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[Relevant skill]
JOB EXPERIENCE
[Job title]
[Company or team name], [City], [State]
[Start date]-[End date]
[Job title]
[Company or team name], [City], [State]
[Start date]-[0003]
[Start date]-[0003]
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[Job Duty]
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[Job Duty]
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[Job Duty]
[College/University Name], [City], [State]
9000 [DGREE.
[Area of study], [Start year]-[Graduation year]
Awards and certificates
The following is a resume that will help you make your own:
Ryan Keller Keller
222 @email.com
Chicago, IL
www.ryankeller.com
PROFESSIONAL CV: Motivational coach with over five years of experience mentoring and developing college athletes. A proven ability to strategize against opponents and create effective games that has led to countless season wins. Passionate about teaching players healthy habits and high protein diets to support the game's agility and cardio requirements.
skills and skills
Experience
Basketball coach
University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
2019-then
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Plan training and training to help players develop skills
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Encourage players to develop strong labor because Recruit new players and maintain the roster
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Determine player rotation for game situations
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Promote a healthy lifestyle and healthy diet to improve the physical well-being of players.
Assistant Basketball Coach
Chicago University, Chicago, Illinois
2017-2019
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Help in the development of exercises and games for the team
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Patruming Warm up and stretching
- 9000 during the season and made recommendations for improvements.
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Together with the head coach, they watched the game film of the opponents to identify areas for improvement
EDUCATION
University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Master of Sports Training, 2015-2017
Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Physical Education, 2011-2015
Awards & Certifications
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First Aid & CPR Certificate 2020
USA Basketball License G. -
Award to the best regional coach, 2017
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Star athlete Temple, 2014
How to write a basketball coach (with example) • BUOM
Author: editorial team INDEED
6666666 March 25, 2022
A basketball coach helps basketball players prepare for competition against other basketball teams in a league or school.
If you're considering getting a job as a basketball coach, it's important to learn how to write an effective resume. Learning this can help you impress hiring managers and give you a better chance of getting a job. In this article, we will explain what to include in a basketball coach resume, discuss how to write a basketball coach resume, list the skills that should be mentioned in this resume, and provide you with a resume template and example.
What to include in a basketball coach resume
A basketball coach resume requires certain information to help hiring managers better assess your candidacy. What to include in a basketball coach resume:
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Personal and contact information. Including your name, phone number, and email address will help hiring managers contact you if they want to schedule an interview.
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Professional resume. A resume summary is a short paragraph that details your skills, awards, and work experience in the field.
Your resume essentially introduces you to the hiring manager and gives them an idea of what they can expect from the rest of your resume.
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Work Experience: When writing a resume, it is important to include your relevant work experience so that employers can determine if you are qualified for the job.
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Skills: Listing your skills helps the hiring manager understand your job-related abilities. When completing this section, use any keywords or phrases used in the job posting to get your resume noticed by hiring managers.
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Education: Many employers require a bachelor's degree in some area, such as physical education or some form of athletic training. Including this information gives hiring managers some insight into your academic background.
How to Write a Basketball Coach Resume
An effective resume gives hiring managers an accurate picture of your skills and credentials. If your resume matches the type of candidate they are looking for, they may request an interview and end up advancing you through the interview process.
Use these steps to write a basketball coach resume:
1. Provide your contact details
If the hiring manager thinks you are qualified for the position they are hiring for, they may request an interview. At the top of your resume, include your full name. On a separate line, include your phone number and work email address so that the hiring manager can contact you.
2. Write a resume resume
Create a short resume section below your contact information. A summary of a resume briefly introduces you to the hiring team and includes information about your skills, experience, and accomplishments. As a basketball coach, consider including things like your leadership skills, your team's participation in your state's championship, or your coaching experience at a certain level. Make sure your resume gets the hiring manager interested in reading the rest of your resume.
3. List your work experience
Employers usually want to know if you have relevant work experience before making a hiring decision.
Include a section for your work history that starts with your most recent and up-to-date position. For example, as a basketball coach, you may have previously been a basketball coach at another school or even an assistant coach. For each role, list the job title, dates you were employed, your former employer's name, location, and your responsibilities in that role.
4. Highlight your skills
Create a section dedicated to your skills as a basketball coach. List them on one line to better organize and organize your resume. Before creating a list of skills, read the job posting and pay attention to any keywords or phrases. Include them in your resume so that it successfully passes through the applicant tracking system and reaches the hiring manager.
5. Mention your academic history
Please indicate your education at the bottom of your CV. While not always required, many basketball coaches have a bachelor's degree in areas such as sports management, physical education, or kinesiology.![]()
Having a degree highlights your career interests and can strengthen your candidacy.
Skills to List on a Basketball Coach Resume
When you list your skills on a basketball coach resume, make sure you present yourself as an all-around candidate. Make sure the skills you include highlight your playing experience, knowledge of the game, proper technique, and passion for playing and coaching. Keep in mind that while it is important to understand the game, you must also help the player realize their abilities, offer support, and manage the different personalities of the players. Consider adding these skills to your resume as a basketball coach:
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Leadership: This skill helps basketball coaches manage the team. Providing guidance and advice to players can help them develop their skills on the court.
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Counseling: A basketball coach uses this skill to guide his players and provide them with the mental and emotional strength to play.
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Communication: A basketball coach uses his communication skills to share games and strategies with his team.
Their communication skills also help them show what their players can improve.
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Basketball Knowledge: It is important for a basketball coach to understand the basics of the game. This will help you explain the nuances of the game and provide both the rules and the details.
Sample Basketball Coach Resume
When writing a basketball coach resume, it's important to follow a specific format. A clear layout can help hiring managers quickly review your credentials and make it easier for them to see if you're a good fit for the position. Use this template to format your basketball coach resume:
[Full name]
[Phone number] | [Email address] | [City, State]
Professional resume
[Short summary that details your relevant skills, experience and accomplishments as a basketball coach]
Experience
[Job Title], [Start date–End date]
[Company Name] , [Location]
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[Job duty]
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[Job duty]
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[Job duty]
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[Job3 duty]
- 0031
[Job duty]
[Job Title], [Start date–End date]
[Company Name], [Location]
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[Job duty]
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[0 duty]
[Job duty]
Skills
[Skill], [skill], [skill], [skill]
Education
[Degree earned]
[Granting institution], [graduation year]
Sample Basketball Coach Resume
Here is an example basketball coach resume to help you write your own:
Duncan Smith
555-555-5555 | johnsmith@email.
