Ian Orourke
Sports Industry Educator, Consultant, Student Affairs Professional, Recruiter & Community Development Specialist. Former Elite Level Coach. Attained Doctorate Degree in Recreation & Sports Management
- Role
- Elite Program Coordinator - Olympic Sports at NCSA College Recruiting
- Location
- Grand Island, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ian Orourke
Experienced Head Coach with a demonstrated history of working in the sports industry. Skilled in Crisis Management, Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Team Building, and Organizational Leadership. Strong community and social services professional with a Master\'s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies focused in Organizational Leadership, Counseling, & Management from Niagara University Graduate School.
Experience
Elite Program Coordinator - Olympic Sports
Feb 2025 — Present
Host and produce multiple podcast series featuring athletes, coaches, and sports professionals to share real-world insights on the recruiting and collegiate athletic experience. Educate student-athletes and families on NCAA/NAIA eligibility, scholarship opportunities, and proactive recruiting strategies.🧭 Mentor thousands of high school athletes through the college recruiting process, helping them align athletic goals with academic and personal development. Create and deliver workshops, webinars, and digital resources on topics like highlight recruiting process, video creation, coach communication, and campus visit planning.🤝 Collaborate with high school coaches, sport professionals, to provide holistic support for student-athletes. Track recruitment outcomes and success metrics, contributing to hundreds of collegiate commitments across all levels. Advocate for athlete empowerment by emphasizing leadership, academic excellence, and life skills beyond sports.🧩 Interview guests to explore diverse perspectives on recruitment, performance, mental health, and the transition to college athletics. Build a strong online presence and community through educational content, social media engagement, and podcast distribution.
Education
University of Arkansas
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Recreation & Sport Management
2018 — 2021
Niagara University Graduate School
Master's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, Organizational Leadership, Counseling, & Management
2012 — 2013
Niagara University
International Studies, International Relations and Affairs, Peace & Global Justice, & Religious Studies
2007 — 2011
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Community Engagement
- Team Building
- Leadership Development
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Employee Relations
- Coaching
- Training
- Team Motivation
- Networking
- International Relations
- Community Outreach
- Cross-Cultural Communication Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Organizational Leadership
- Consulting
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