Leah Omwandho
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,30
Summary
Experienced with coaching diverse sports and enhancing player skills. Utilizes strategic planning and effective communication to build strong, cohesive teams. Spirited and committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Sports Coach
Kenton College Preparatory School
01.2019 - Current
- Increased player skill levels with the implementation of targeted drills and practice sessions.
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive attitudes among athletes both on and off the field.
- Implemented injury prevention protocols and provided immediate care for minor injuries during practices and games.
- Adapted coaching style based on individual learning preferences of athletes for more effective instruction leading better understanding key concepts techniques required optimal performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Kenyatta University
12-2015
High School Diploma -
Ng'iya Girls National School
01.2006 - 11.2010
Skills
- Player development
- Sports psychology/mental health advocate and mentor
- Team motivation
- Motivational leadership styles
- Athlete safety
- Sports fundamentals
Accomplishments
Sports Achievements (Hockey)
2024- All Africa Games bronze medalist
2022- Qualification to Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth games
2022-Bronze medalist at AFCON hockey championships in Ghana
2019- Premier League Women Player of the Year
2019-National team debutant
Certification
FIH Level 1 coaching-International Hockey Federation- 2020
Kenya Hockey refresher course(Herman Kruis)-2023
Youth hockey and youngsters mental resilience- Little Lions Organization and Kenya Youth Hockey Development(KYHD)-2023
ICC Coaching course level 1- International Cricket Council-2023
Timeline
Sports Coach
Kenton College Preparatory School
01.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ng'iya Girls National School
01.2006 - 11.2010
FIH Level 1 coaching-International Hockey Federation- 2020
Kenya Hockey refresher course(Herman Kruis)-2023
Youth hockey and youngsters mental resilience- Little Lions Organization and Kenya Youth Hockey Development(KYHD)-2023
ICC Coaching course level 1- International Cricket Council-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Kenyatta University
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