Nick Beene
Bono
Summary
Qualified high school basketball coach with background in leading successful basketball programs. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective coaching strategies, resulting in improved team performance. Proven track record in fostering strong team dynamics and leadership skills on and off the court for myself and my players. I am committed to student growth, development, and academic excellence along with developing basketball skills through discipline and intergrity. As a teacher/coach I intend to focus on excellence in the classroom along with athletic success.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Hoxie Public Schools
Hoxie, AR
2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork for grades 7th - 12th
- Analyzed game performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement to help the team improve every game
- Cultivated a positive team culture through effective communication and motivation strategies to help gain traction in the basketball culture
- Managed a professional budget solely for boys basketball using resources to support the players
- High School and Middle School Health and PE Teacher
- Substitute Bus Driver
- Assistant High School Softball Coach
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Quapaw Public Schools
Quapaw, OK
2021 - 2024
- Developed and implemented effective strategies to improve overall team performance creating 3 winning seasons turning the team into one the best winning stretches in school history
- Copan Tournament champions 2023-2024
- State ranked for 4 weeks in 2A
- 17-9 season in 2023-2024
- High School and Middle School Social Studies Teacher
- Acted as positive role model in the school community by taking on other duties where needed including driving bus routes when not in season
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cimarron Public School
Lahoma, OK
2019 - 2021
- Increased player skill development through personalized coaching techniques to grow the athletes starting in 5th grade all the way to my high school team
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance to help build the program through a group of freshman and sophomores who won 1 game the year before
- Middle School Geography Teacher
- Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Life Insurance Coach
Liberty National Life Insurance Company
Dallas, TX
2018 - 2019
- Collaborated with other insurance agents to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall business improvement
- Fostered relationships with clients through communication and organization
- Used hard-work and strategy to find the best personalized outcomes for my clients
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Purcell Public Schools
Purcell, OK
2015 - 2017
- Won the OCA Regional Coach of the Year 2016
- Won the Canadian Valley Conference Championship by fostering a winning culture and strong work ethic among players
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic plays to take players with 0 varsity experience to winning seasons including a record of 21-11
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cimarron Public School
Lahoma, OK
2013 - 2015
- Achieved multiple championship titles by fostering a winning culture and strong work ethic among players including 2015 Skeltur and Orient Conference Champions, Canton Tournament Champions, District, Regional, and Area Consolation Champions
- Developed successful game plans to capitalize on opponent weaknesses to lead to 43 total wins in 2 years including a 25-6 record in 2014-2015
- Led the team in the schools best record and deepest playoff run in 13 years leading to being 2015 State Quarterfinalists
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Achille Public Schools
Achille, OK
2011 - 2013
- 2013 Area Semi-Finalists
- Used basketball knowledge and strategy to help set players up for success leading to 5 playoff wins in 2013
- Developed and implemented skills development strategies to improve a team from a 1 win season to 16 wins the next year, which was one the biggest turnarounds in the state at the time
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Alva, OK06-2020
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Science And Arts of Oklahoma
04-2011
Skills
- Motivational leadership which brings the best out of my players
- High basketball IQ leading to running high level sets and actions
- Strong relationship builder with players and school community
- Committed to excellence through handwork and leading by example
- Effective communicator
Certification
United States History Certification
Government Certification
Oklahoma History Certification
Economics Certification
Bus Driving Certification
Health/PE Certification
Timeline
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Hoxie Public Schools
2024 - Current
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Quapaw Public Schools
2021 - 2024
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cimarron Public School
2019 - 2021
Life Insurance Coach
Liberty National Life Insurance Company
2018 - 2019
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Purcell Public Schools
2015 - 2017
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cimarron Public School
2013 - 2015
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Achille Public Schools
2011 - 2013
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Science And Arts of Oklahoma
Personal Background
- Starting Point Guard- High School 4 years
- 4- Year All-Conference and Special recognition All state (Sr year)
- Freed-Hardeman University NAIA level
- High School Football- started and played on two unbeaten teams
- Boys State/Honor Roll/ Special selection to meet President of the United States in 2004
- Have worked/played under Coaching legends Scott Valerius, Scott Hines, Jason Shelton (head men’s basketball coach at Freed Hardeman University), and my dad, Rick Beene.
- Basketball family-My dad went to 8 state tournaments and was Coach of the Year in 1989. My brother Alex was an Oklahoma High School Coach and 2 time all state. My brother Nathan was an all-state and led his team to state championship. My brother Austin was the leading scorer and rebounder in the state. We all played college basketball.