Cindy Freeman
Track and Field Coach. Chess Player !
- Role
- Head Cross Country Coach at Lowe\'s Grove Middle School
- Location
- Durham, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
Experience
Head Cross Country Coach
Aug 2025 — Present · Durham, NC, US
Key ResponsibilitiesProgram LeadershipFounded and established Lowe’s Grove Middle School’s first-ever Cross Country program, including the creation of the official team handbook and operational framework.Collaborated with school administration and athletic director to secure approval and support for inaugural season.Athlete DevelopmentDesigned and implemented age-appropriate training plans focused on endurance, pacing, running form, and mental toughness.Led all team practices and warm-ups, incorporating dynamic stretching, drills, and recovery sessions.Provided coaching in goal-setting, self-discipline, and sportsmanship.Competition ManagementCoordinated all away meets, transportation logistics, and athlete supervision.Communicated schedules and results with parents, staff, and administration.Ensured student-athlete eligibility, health clearance, and academic compliance.Safety & Program IntegrityCreated and implemented safety, hydration, and weather-related protocols.Monitored athletes for injury prevention and maintained attendance and progress records.Team Culture & Legacy BuildingRecruited and motivated diverse students to join the inaugural team.Established a supportive environment promoting inclusion, accountability, and pride.Developed sustainable structures to ensure program continuity for future seasons.
Education
Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen
Autumn Course
2006 — 2006
University of the Western Cape/Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland
BA Sport Science
2003 — 2006
University of Johannesburg
Post Graduate Certificate in Ediucation
2009 — 2010
Ecole supérieure de Commerce de Rennes
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
2013 — 2015
University of Johannesburg
Honours
2007 — 2008
North Carolina Central University
Education Prepatory Program
2025 — 2026
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Customer Service
- Powerpoint
- English
- Windows
- Research
- Outlook
- Teaching
- Photoshop
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Planning
- Negotiation
- Editing
- Sports
- Sports Marketing
- Sports Management
- Sports Nutrition
- Soft Skills
- Afrikaans
- Creative Writing
- Speech Writing
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