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Rod Anderson

Rod Anderson

Fredericksburg

Summary

Seasoned in elevating athletic performance and strategy, I've honed game analysis and player development skills at Virginia Mutiny, leading to a #1 defense ranking for three seasons. My approach blends rigorous strength training with fostering teamwork, achieving an impressive 85-3 record and five National Championships. I was an integral part of establishing Riverbend High School as a winning program and taking our first class all the way to the first ever Division Championship and State Quarter Final in school history.


Motivational Assistant Football Coach devoted to team success. Competent in developing natural athletes into successful teams with expertise in gameplay and physical conditioning. Proven leader with people skills necessary to build consistent team support throughout community and donor network.


Devoted Team Member with extensive background in football and excellent coaching abilities. Trains students in game strategies and implements strong exercise and practice schedules to build stamina and strength. Focused on keeping program running smoothly and on-track for consistent wins. Understands how to relate to the student-athletes, build rapport, and develop young men both physically and spiritually, through faith and hard work.


Hardworking Football Coach highly effective at building and managing successful programs. Skilled in selecting coaching staff, evaluating players and managing rigorous practice schedules to prepare for challenging games. Over 23 years of experience in multiple organizations.


Inspiring Coach bringing extensive experience guiding and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential. Driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes to build sustainable training and eating habits. Ready and willing to add my skills and experience to the whole and become a valued member of the FCS Team.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Football Coach (Defensive Backs)

Virginia Beast Football
01.2025 - Current
  • Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
  • Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
  • Maintained positive community and parent relations to build strong athletic support networks.
  • Designed specific drills and workouts to improve secondary and hone skills

Chief, ExecSec and Communications

Department of Homeland Security
06.1996 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
  • Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Head Coach, Offensive Coordinator

Virginia Mutiny
01.2019 - 12.2023
  • Coordinated with staff, sponsors, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Interviewed, hired, trained and oversaw [5] coaches.
  • Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
  • Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.

Owner, Head Coach

Virginia Mutiny Minor League Football
02.1999 - 09.2023
  • Managed day-to-day business operations of Minor League Football franchise
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Trained and motivated athletes and staff to perform at the highest level possible
  • Managed expenses, fundraisers, sponsors and donors, team dues and all expenses.
  • Organized and attended fundraisers and special events to showcase team, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Assisted in recruiting, signing, and training, and coaching of team members.

Head Football Coach Junior Varsity, OC

Riverbend High School
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Assessed individual skills and physical abilities to make appropriate position assignments.
  • Scheduled and oversaw robust calendar of practices, special events, and conference games.
  • Promoted football program to administrators, families and community.
  • Upheld highest standards for maintaining nondiscriminatory practices in player selection.
  • Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Negotiated and resolved conflicts between players, parents and staff to restore order.
  • Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.

Assistant Football Coach

Riverbend High School
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
  • Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
  • Revamped teams' defensive and offensive playbooks.
  • Monitored students' academic progress and coordinated extra resources for any struggling with classes.
  • Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
  • Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.

Commissioner

FAYFL Bears Youth Football
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Cultivated positive rapport with parents and kids in order to to boost organizational morale and promote player retention.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Established performance goals for coaches and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Handled and mitigated all parental issues, discipline, and, other issues for multiple age-groups
  • Established minimum GPA and educational standards for all school aged participants.
  • Established a National brand and won 5 National Championships, ending with an 85-3 record overall

Head Football Coach

Fredericksburg Falcons
03.2003 - 12.2007
  • Assessed individual skills and physical abilities to make appropriate position assignments.
  • Scheduled and oversaw robust calendar of practices, special events, and conference games.
  • Collaborated with staff to establish framework for player participation and awards.
  • Upheld highest standards for maintaining nondiscriminatory practices in player selection.
  • Boasted the #1 defense in league for 3 consecutive seasons, averaging 6 ppg against

US Army

United States Army (Multiple)
09.1991 - 07.2000
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

Education

BBA -

Peru State College
Peru, NE
06-2010

High School Diploma -

Patrick Henry High School
Ashland, VA
06-1989

Skills

  • Game analysis
  • Practices management
  • Strength training
  • Athlete training
  • Physical conditioning
  • Player development
  • Game strategy implementation
  • Training techniques

Affiliations

  • Mount Carmel Baptist Church

Interests

In my spare time, I write and sing I am a member of the James R Anderson Gospel Choir, Mt carmel Baptist Church, Noel, VA


I have performed in several plays and a national commercial ad for Chase Sapphire Lounge I pursue acting in my spare time


I am currently coaching my grandsons in Parks and Recs basketball (9 year olds), and have coached both Boys and Girls basketball in Spotsy for over 10 years

Timeline

Assistant Football Coach (Defensive Backs)

Virginia Beast Football
01.2025 - Current

Head Coach, Offensive Coordinator

Virginia Mutiny
01.2019 - 12.2023

Head Football Coach Junior Varsity, OC

Riverbend High School
01.2019 - 01.2023

Assistant Football Coach

Riverbend High School
01.2019 - 01.2022

Commissioner

FAYFL Bears Youth Football
01.2010 - 01.2013

Head Football Coach

Fredericksburg Falcons
03.2003 - 12.2007

Owner, Head Coach

Virginia Mutiny Minor League Football
02.1999 - 09.2023

Chief, ExecSec and Communications

Department of Homeland Security
06.1996 - Current

US Army

United States Army (Multiple)
09.1991 - 07.2000

BBA -

Peru State College

High School Diploma -

Patrick Henry High School
Rod Anderson