Don Bowling is applying for the head varsity basketball coach position at Richmond High School. He has over 6 years of experience as a head coach at two different high schools, where his teams achieved rankings in the top 15 in the state and he was named most improved coach. He is skilled at developing players both on and off the court, having helped numerous athletes earn college scholarships. Bowling believes he can continue his success at Richmond High School and build a strong basketball program through hard work and effective coaching strategies.

1. Don Bowling
6723 Waterside Court, Indianapolis,IN 46278
dbo2515@gmail.com • 317-777-3917
April 24, 2018
To Whom It May Concern:
It is with a great deal of interest and enthusiasm that I am applying for the Head
Varsity Basketball Coach at Richmond High School. As an experienced teacher
and Head Coach with extensive basketball knowledge, problem-solving skills,
and a commitment to quality basketball, I am dedicated to developing the abilities
of student athletes, both in the classroom and on the court. Thus, I am confident
in my ability to excel in a coaching position at Richmond High School and submit
my coaching resume and portfolio for your consideration.
Highlights of my qualifications include:
 Head Coach at Emmerich Manual High school from 2015-2018
 Former Head Coach at Shortridge High School from 2012-2015
 Ranked #8 AP 2016-2017 Season.
 Sagarin ranking #3 2016-2017
 Ranked in the Top 15 Polls for 3A basketball for three consecutive
seasons by Sagarin Rankings
 Awarded Most Improved Season in the state for the 2012-2013 season
 2012-2013 PAAC Conference champions
 2013-2014 PAAC Conference champions
 Established relationships with alumni fundraise $15,000 in 2012
 Oversaw basketball program for 6th grade to 12th grade at Shortridge
 Proven expertise in building a high school feeder system; duties included
establishing study tables, fundraising, and implementing individual
workouts and developing game strategies
 High number of former players that were recruited for college basketball
scholarships: Matt Bell (Army), Tristan Rodgers (Morehead State), Marcel
Reynolds (University of Indianapolis), Huston Clark (Indiana University
Southeast), Ron Patterson (IUPUI), Armond Patterson (Friends), Brandon
Wood (Michigan State), D.J. Balantine (Evansville),Tristan Popa
(Tiffin),Cameron Sembly (Rust College),Jaron Glenn (Rust College), Chris
Adams (Jarvis Christian)
 Coached and mentored Covousier Mccauley, leading scorer in Indiana,
from 2015-2017 to accomplish record breaking seasons in school history
With in-depth knowledge of effective coaching strategies, I have established a
strong culture of hard work and success. Additionally, I am highly skilled in

2. developing, training, and driving top performing teams to established goals and
targets. I am confident in my ability to make an immediate and long-term
contribution to your school, and welcome the opportunity to meet with you to
discuss my qualifications and candidacy in further detail. Thank you for your
consideration.
Sincerely,
Don Bowling