Anthony Watson
Belle Vernon
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Head Baseball Coach at Belle Vernon Area School District, skilled in game planning and player recruitment. Successfully developed high-performing athletes through innovative practice strategies and effective communication. Proficient in promoting BVA Baseball on social media, enhancing community engagement and transparency. Committed to fostering a positive and disciplined environment for student-athletes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Baseball Coach
Belle Vernon Area School District
08.2020 - 06.2025
- Devised successful programs to increase athlete skill, strength and agility.
- Conducted practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players.
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Upheld policies and laws regulating the Leopard baseball program and reported grievances immediately to supervisory staff.
- Worked directly with college coaches & MLB scouts to facilitate player recruitment.
- Created & distributed a monthly newsletter to all parents, players & members of the baseball community to provide information & transparency.
- Organized & provided instruction at youth baseball clinics for all age groups in our district.
Assistant Baseball Coach
Belle Vernon Area School District
01.2013 - 08.2020
Substitute Teacher
Belle Vernon Area School District
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task & provided positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Game/Athletic Event Manager
Belle Vernon Area School District
08.2023 - Current
- Athletic Events equipment set-up
- Assisting with ticket booth
- Welcome officials & opposing teams
- Security/student safety
Insurance Agent
State Farm Insurance`
02.2002 - 07.2020
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration/Marketing
Waynesburg
College05-1998
Belle Vernon Area High School
Belle Vernon, PA06-1993
Skills
- Game Planning/Film Study
- Organizing daily practice plans
- Proficient with Website Design
- Promoting BVA Baseball on Social Media Platforms
- Proficient in player recruitment into college
Achievements:
3 WPIAL Playoff Berths
2024 WPIAL 4A Section 2 Champions (5th in BVA history)
2024 MVI Coach of The Year
2024 Herald Standard Coach of The Year
2025 WPIAL 4A Semifinalist (2nd in BVA history)
2025 MVI Honorable Mention Coach of The Year
Guided 17 student-athletes to play college athletics
Timeline
Game/Athletic Event Manager
Belle Vernon Area School District
08.2023 - Current
Head Baseball Coach
Belle Vernon Area School District
08.2020 - 06.2025
Substitute Teacher
Belle Vernon Area School District
08.2020 - Current
Assistant Baseball Coach
Belle Vernon Area School District
01.2013 - 08.2020
Insurance Agent
State Farm Insurance`
02.2002 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration/Marketing
Waynesburg
Belle Vernon Area High School
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