Adam Thomas

About Adam Thomas

Coach Thomas, brings a wealth of experience. Holding a Master’s in Science Recreation and Sport Sciences from Ohio University and an undergraduate degree from Anderson University (IN). With over 16 years of exceptional experience in athletic development, Coach Thomas has honed his expertise in areas such as strength and fitness programs, college football coaching in (Indiana, Ohio, Kansas), professional/private security services, martial arts, track and field coaching, and personal training. His approach focuses on personal conditioning, speed, acceleration, agility adjustments, balance, mindfulness, strength, and confidence, preparing athletes for success in their respective sports and scholastic programs. It\'s no wonder that many would describe Coach Thomas as a \"Jack of all trades\" a title he wears proudly. In addition to his athletic expertise, Coach Thomas has spent 10 years in educational roles within IPS/Charter schools, teaching learners across primary, secondary, and higher education levels. He is deeply committed to excellence, striving to help student first, athlete second to achieve their professional goals while instilling a passion for learning, leadership, positive coaching, competitiveness, and collaborative teamwork. Above all, Coach Thomas is dedicated to serving the community and meeting its needs, making a lasting impact both on and off the fields. Very respectfully, Certifications: ISSA - Strength & Conditioning Spealist National Strength and Conditioning Association-(Keys of Coaching Acceleration) CPR certified AED certified First-Aid certified USA FOOTBALL certified NFHS certified Coaching - Bringing out the best in others Orange-Plus Belt certified Indiana Teacher Permit-Sub Educational Nero-science Smart Practices - Guiding Principles Universal Precaution Training •North Central Alumni 10’ •Anderson University Alumni 15\' •Ohio University Grad Student 20’ • 10 years Teaching Education in inner-city demographics •14 years playing organized football •1 year Professional Football Player 2014 #RPFL •15 years of Player Development & Performance Athletic Training •2 years Coaching Elementary/Middle School Football •2 years Coaching Elementary/Middle School Track & Field. •2 year Coaching High School Football (Running-Back Coach & Kickoff Return Coach at T.C. Howe High School) •Internship at Hocking College 2019 Runningbacks Coach, Special Teams Quality Control, and Recruiting Coordinator Coach Hocking College - Asst. Runningback Coach 2019 Fort Scott Community College - Asst. Lineback and Analyst Coach 2020

Experience

1. Athletic Director & Wellness Lead

   Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch School District

   Jul 2024 — Present · Indianapolis, IN, US

   Coordinates, assesses, and improves the school’s athletic programs in a manner consistent with organizational values and goals.Ensures compliance with IHSAA bylaws, and state, local, and organizational policies on safety, student eligibility, financial and inventory management, and Provides coaching in alignment with the administration’s formal evaluations.Assists the school administration with developing and maintaining elective, extracurricular, and community partnerships relevant to the team.Athletic CoordinatorCoordinates athletic programming in collaboration with school administration:Coordinates, assesses, and improves the school’s athletic programs in a manner consistent with organizational values and goals.Ensures compliance with IHSAA bylaws, and state, local, and organizational policies on safety, student eligibility, financial and inventory management, and communication.Attends and oversees all home athletic contests and other after-school events hosted at the school. Oversees the maintenance of the gymnasium.Creates the schedule and budget for the Athletic Department and oversees contracts, spending, and fundraising.Recruits, hires, oversees, provides feedback, and assesses athletic coaching staff with assistance from the school leadership team.Collects and monitors data around key team metrics and reports progress regularly to the school administration and cabinet.Provides feedback and professional development to assist other members of the team in implementing best practices aligned with the school mission and vision and improving team members\' contributions toward team goals.Provides coaching in alignment with the administration’s formal evaluations.Communicates closely with the administration regarding the progress of team members.Assists the school administration with developing and maintaining community partnerships relevant to the team.

Education

• Anderson University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA

  2012 — 2015

• Ohio University

  Masters of Coaching Education

  2018 — 2020