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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