Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Accomplishments
Qualities
Additional Information
Timeline
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Samkelo Mbalo

Samkelo Mbalo

Sport Scientist
Pretoria

Summary

Professional in football operations with significant experience managing team logistics, player development, and strategic planning. Known for fostering collaboration and delivering results, adaptable to changing needs, ensuring reliability across all team functions. Expertise in sports management, talent acquisition, and event coordination, combined with strong leadership and communication skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Director of Football Operations

Phoenix Stars Football Club
01.2024 - Current
  • Ensuring compliance with conference rules and regulations by monitoring activities within the football program such as recruiting practices or offseason workouts.
  • Providing leadership during times of crisis or adversity, maintaining a calm and focused environment for players and staff.
  • Enhancing team performance by implementing strategic plans and setting clear objectives.
  • Achieving team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
  • Oversaw the successful organization of numerous events, including games, tournaments, fundraisers, and community outreach initiatives.

Sports coordinator

Eastside Primary school
01.2023 - Current
  • Facilitator of the schools sports program
  • Coordinated sports events successfully, ensuring timely scheduling, venue preparation, and equipment availability.
  • Mentored junior staff members providing guidance support throughout their professional development journey.
  • Ensured compliance with league regulations and safety protocols by diligently reviewing rules and guidelines.
  • Planned seasonal camps for students between 10 and 50
  • Coordinated with local schools to increase participation in youth sports programs, boosting community engagement.
  • Organized successful sports tournaments that attracted teams from across region, enriching competitive experience.
  • Managed budgets efficiently by negotiating contracts with vendors, securing sponsorships, and allocating resources wisely.
  • Developed strong communication channels among coaching staff, athletes, parents, and administrators for seamless coordination of activities.

Sports Coach

Hatfield Christian school
07.2015 - 12.2022
  • Cricket, athletics & soccer coach
  • Increased player skill levels with the implementation of targeted drills and practice sessions.
  • Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive attitudes among athletes both on and off the field.
  • Designed specialized strength and conditioning programs tailored to each athlete''s needs, contributing to improved overall physical fitness levels and reduced injury rates.
  • Adapted coaching style based on individual learning preferences of athletes for more effective instruction leading better understanding key concepts techniques required optimal performance.

Education

High School -

Willowridge High School
Pretoria, South Africa
01.2009 - 12.2013

Diploma - Sport sciences

ETA College
Pretoria, South Africa
02.2015 - 12.2016

Advanced Higher certificate - Sports conditioning

ETA College
Pretoria, South Africa
02.2018 - 12.2018

Skills

Leadership qualities

Recruitment strategy

Compliance monitoring

Team management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Certification

Present Cricket South Africa Level 1 Completed my level 1 coaching course with Cricket South Africa

References

Lindeni Kalipa, chairman@phoenixstarsfc.co.za,0610981016, Phoenix Stars, Pretoria


Lizel Coetzee, Lizel.c@hatfieldcs.co.za, 0781539008, Hatfield Christian School



Accomplishments

  • Went undefeated with the u13A cricket team @ Hatfield Christian school
  • Won the Malas tournament with the u10A soccer team @ Hatfield Christian school
  • Won the Life soccer clinics indoor tournament with u13A soccer team @ Eastside Primary
  • Got selected to be a provincial cricket selector for u13
  • Got selected to be a provincial cricket coach for u13
  • Won FAPS Division 3 Cup with Phoenix Stars u17
  • Won Malas tournament with u13A soccer team @ Eastside Primary
  • Got selected to be a provincial soccer coach for u13

Qualities

  • Kind
  • Resilient
  • Humble
  • Respectful
  • Accountable

Additional Information

Currently sitting on the Executive Board of FAPPS (Football Association Pretoria Primary School), as the coordinator of 'The Challenge Cup' and other executive duties.

Timeline

Present First Aid Completed medical training with Fireman Group CC.
07-2025

Director of Football Operations

Phoenix Stars Football Club
01.2024 - Current

Sports coordinator

Eastside Primary school
01.2023 - Current
Present Umpiring cricket level 0 Completed my introductory umpiring course with Cricket South Africa
05-2019
Present Cricket South Africa Level 2 Completed my level 2 coaching course with Cricket South Africa
07-2018
Present SAFA D License Completed my D license with South African Football Association
06-2018

Advanced Higher certificate - Sports conditioning

ETA College
02.2018 - 12.2018
Present Cricket South Africa Level 1 Completed my level 1 coaching course with Cricket South Africa
06-2016

Sports Coach

Hatfield Christian school
07.2015 - 12.2022

Diploma - Sport sciences

ETA College
02.2015 - 12.2016

High School -

Willowridge High School
01.2009 - 12.2013

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