i9 Sports - East Shelby County, TN·Lakeland, Tennessee
Lead practice sessions focusing on fundamentals, skill development, and fun for young athletes. Communicate game day information to parents and players while promoting a positive sports culture.
Benefits/Perks A team-based atmosphere with a focus on Fun! Opportunity to build coaching skills and be a role model for athletes Impact the lives of young athletes Online training opportunities Company Overview Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports® is the nation's first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 million registrations in more than 500 communities from New York to Hawaii. Established in 2003 by Frank Fiume on the principle that the number one reason kids play organized sports is to have fun, not to become the next draft pick.
i9 Sports offers youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics for kids ages 3-17 in today's most popular sports such as flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. With our focus on fun, safety, convenience, and good sportsmanship, i9 Sports is reinventing the youth sports experience for families across the country. It's the way youth sports should be. What does your company do?
Job Summary The Volunteer Coach is a hands-on role that will lead athletes and provides expert instruction in their designated sport. The Volunteer Coach is directly responsible for providing the i9 Sports Experience and driving a positive youth sports culture on the field.
Lead practice session focusing on fundamentals, skill development, and fun Teach & demonstrate core concept including Sportsmanship values With the help of established platforms, communicate game day information to players and parents Consistently demonstrate a positivity attitude and superior customer service skills
Excellent communication skills Sport-specific coaching experience & knowledge Highly motivated self-starter; can work independently Ability to work a varied work schedule including weekends and some evenings (for the full duration of the season, ~7 weeks) Be sure to opt-in to texting so we can reach out to you!
Each franchised location is independently owned and operated and is solely and exclusively responsible for determining local hiring decisions, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment.
Candidates must have sport-specific coaching knowledge and excellent communication skills. Ability to work a varied schedule, including weekends and evenings for approximately seven weeks, is required.
Market context
Volleyball official roles in Tennessee are often tied to school and club competition calendars, so availability on evenings and weekends is a key demand signal. This type of role is competitive because employers look for sport-specific coaching knowledge, clear communication, and the flexibility to work a varied schedule for about 7 weeks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare expectations, then confirm your availability and highlight any officiating or coaching experience in your application.