MJ Van Der Nest
First Year Student In Intermediate Phase Teaching
Pretoria
Summary
I am a dynamic coach with 11 years of field hockey experience, including senior provincial-level play. At Quick Sticks, I enhanced team performance through effective strategies and fostered sportsmanship. Skilled in athlete development and feedback, I hold a level 0 coaching certificate and am committed to continuous improvement in coaching techniques.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Coach
Quick Sticks
02.2025 - Current
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
Coach
Vikings Hokkie Akademie
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored athlete progress, providing constructive feedback that encouraged skill development and boosted confidence.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Developed athletes' skills in various sports, enhancing team performance and individual competence.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Varsity College Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa11-2028
Skills
I have eleven years of field hockey experience
undefinedAccomplishments
I have played field for the Northern blue mens team in the Country Districts tournament where we placed 5th.
I have played goalkeeper for the Northern blues HP men in the Presidents Cup where we won gold.
I have played for the open mixed action Northern team which got silver in the final.
Affiliations
I study at Varsity college Pretoria.
I am currently sponsored by Grace hockey a field hockey brand from the UK.
I play for Harlequins Hockey clubs 1ste mens team.
I play indoor Hockey for the Tshwane Titans.
Certification
Level 0 outdoor umpire
Timeline
Level 0 indoor umpire
10-2025
Coach
Quick Sticks
02.2025 - Current
Coach
Vikings Hokkie Akademie
03.2024 - Current
Level 0 coaching
03-2024
Level 0 outdoor umpire
04-2023
High School Diploma -
Varsity College Pretoria