Grant Erickson
Farmington,MN
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Basketball Coach with expertise in motivational leadership, team collaboration, and character development. Proven ability to enhance player performance and foster personal growth among student-athletes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
Carleton College
Northfield, MN
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented practice plans to enhance team performance and skill development.
- Analyzed game footage to identify strategic adjustments and improve player execution.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts, building relationships with prospective student-athletes and their families.
- Mentored student-athletes in personal development, fostering leadership skills and teamwork principles.
- Collaborated with head coach on offensive game strategy and in-game decision-making for optimal outcomes.
AAU Coordinator/Trainer
Wear Out the Net
Farmington, MN
06.2024 - Current
- Created and coordinated as many as 20 AAU teams
- Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance team productivity and operational efficiency.
- Trained multiple D1/Pro level basketball players
- Trained new coaches on best practices in coaching, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
ISD 194, Lakeville Area Public Schools
Lakeville, MN
08.2017 - 06.2025
- Served as the varsity offensive coordinator for 3 years
- Assisted head coach in strategizing game plans and analyzing opponent strengths.
- Mentored student-athletes in skill development and sportsmanship principles.
- Analyzed game footage to provide constructive feedback for player development and tactical adjustments.
Teacher
ISD 194, Lakeville Area Public Schools
Lakeville, MN
08.2018 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and academic growth.
- Mentored new teachers in classroom management strategies and instructional best practices.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote student participation in physical activities.
- Assessed student performance and progress through various evaluations and feedback mechanisms.
- Developed and implemented engaging health education curricula aligned with state standards.
Adjunct Professor
Carleton College
Northfield, MN
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging curriculum for diverse student populations.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre K-12 Physical Education And Health Education
University of Wisconsin, River Falls
River Falls, WI01-2018
Skills
- FastDraw
- Synergy Sports
- Player Evaluations
- Skill development
- Talent scouting
- Recruitment
- Game analysis
Accomplishments
Coach:
- 3 time conference champion, 173-56 overall record
- 3rd place state tournament
- 1.13 offensive PPP as offensive coordinator
Player:
- NCAA Assist/Turnover Ratio Statistical Champion (2014)
- Captain of the UW River Falls men's basketball team (2014-2017)
- WIAC All Conference Basketball Player (2014-2015)
Timeline
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
Carleton College
06.2025 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Carleton College
06.2025 - Current
AAU Coordinator/Trainer
Wear Out the Net
06.2024 - Current
Teacher
ISD 194, Lakeville Area Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2024
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
ISD 194, Lakeville Area Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Pre K-12 Physical Education And Health Education
University of Wisconsin, River Falls