Blake Croft
106 Timberline Lane Russellville
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional with a strong work ethic, honed through experience as a Youth Baseball Umpire at 2D Sports. Demonstrated effective decision-making and conflict resolution skills while ensuring fair gameplay. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction and maintain safety standards in fast-paced environments, as seen in previous roles at McDonald's and Croft Construction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Baseball Umpire
2D Sports
10.2024 - Current
- Completed necessary administrative tasks, including reporting scores and documenting incidents, to maintain an accurate record of each game.
- Increased player satisfaction with fair gameplay by consistently making unbiased judgments during games.
- Improved players'' understanding of the game through clear communication and explanation of calls.
- Facilitated open lines of communication with league officials, providing updates on game outcomes and any issues or concerns that arose throughout the season.
- Ensured smooth game flow by efficiently coordinating with fellow umpires in making accurate calls.
- Displayed strong leadership qualities on the field by confidently making decisions that influenced game outcomes positively for all parties involved.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere on the field by effectively managing player emotions and conflicts during games.
- Developed strong conflict resolution skills by mediating disagreements between players, coaches, and spectators in tense game situations.
- Maintained a safe play environment for youth athletes by diligently monitoring game activities.
- Enhanced game fairness by accurately interpreting and enforcing baseball rules and regulations.
- Collaborated closely with coaching staff to ensure proper equipment usage and adherence to safety guidelines during games.
- Established rapport with team members, coaches, and league officials to foster positive working relationships throughout the season.
- Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of baseball rules and regulations, earning respect from players, coaches, and parents alike.
- Supported the development of young athletes by offering constructive feedback on their performance when appropriate.
- Continually improved officiating skills through ongoing training sessions and workshops, enhancing overall competence as a Youth Baseball Umpire.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players, coaches, and spectators by modeling professional behavior at all times.
- Adapted quickly to various game situations, demonstrating flexibility in decision-making under pressure while maintaining consistency in rulings.
- Managed time effectively during games, ensuring punctual starts and efficient transitions between innings or other breaks in play as needed for optimal gameplay experience for both teams involved.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
- Officiated games fairly and impartially using sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
- Maintained control of games, for safe, timely event running.
- Communicated with fans, coaches, players, and other umpires.
- Retained knowledge of sporting rules and regulations for compliant adjudication.
- Conducted pre-game meetings with coaches to review expectations and reiterate rules.
- Called Safe and Out plays fairly and accurately for impartial adjudication.
- Explained and taught regulations and rules to players and coaches.
- Monitored games for compliance with rules, intervening when necessary.
- Reviewed and approved lineup changes and substitutions.
- Controlled game flow to maintain safe and fair environment.
Fast Food Worker
McDonald's
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
- Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
- Followed food safety procedures outlined in company policies and health and sanitation regulations to prevent food borne illness.
- Collaborated with team members to quickly fill large orders and serve large parties.
- Provided support to crew members, facilitating quick food preparation and delivery.
- Performed food preparation responsibilities to meet franchise standards for quantities, speed, and packaging.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service in a fast-paced environment.
- Processed orders on POS system and accepted cash and charge payments.
- Ensured prompt delivery of takeout orders by efficiently packaging items and verifying accuracy before handing them off to customers or drivers.
- Upheld health and safety standards by regularly cleaning cooking equipment, utensils, and surfaces throughout the establishment.
- Made change and returned correct cash and coin to patrons.
Laborer
Middleton Family Farm
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Picking Pumpkins
- Cleaning up trash at the location.
- Interacting with the community
- Running organized games at the pumpkin patch.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Laborer
Croft Construction
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as needed.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
Laborer
Croft Construction
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dardanelle High School
Dardanelle, AR05-2025
Skills
- Practiced Professional Respectfulness
- Efficient Decision Processes
- Reliability in Meeting Deadlines
- Objective Decision-Making
- Flexibility
- Effective Customer Support
- Inventory Stocking
- Effective Problem-Solving Skills
- Consistent Work Ethic
Affiliations
- Dardanelle High School Varsity Baseball Team
- Home Church Youth Group
Timeline
Youth Baseball Umpire
2D Sports
10.2024 - Current
Fast Food Worker
McDonald's
11.2023 - 03.2024
Laborer
Middleton Family Farm
07.2023 - 11.2023
Laborer
Croft Construction
05.2023 - 08.2023
Laborer
Croft Construction
05.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Dardanelle High School
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