Gavin Heuston
Glanmire, Cork,CO
Summary
Adept at team management and player development, I leveraged strengths in game analysis, rugby coaching and athletic development at Kilfeacle & District RFC to foster athlete growth and enhance performance. My expertise and interest in strength and conditioning and mentoring has consistently improved team dynamics and individual skills, contributing to a positive and impactful rugby community.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Rugby Manager - Director of Youth Rugby
Kilfeacle & District RFC
08.2023 - Current
- Developed comprehensive training programs for improved skill development and injury prevention.
- Built strong relationships with players, families, and staff to foster a positive rugby community.
- Mentored young athletes in their personal growth as well as rugby skills development, fostering long-term success in sportsmanship.
- Implemented a solid strength and conditioning regimen to enhance athlete fitness levels while minimizing injury risks.
- Evaluated player performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Managed budgets responsibly while ensuring adequate resources were allocated to equipment, facilities, and travel needs.
Lecturer - Police Officer
An Garda Siochana
02.2023 - Current
- Conduct in Pre-Entry Physical Competency Test (Fitness Testing) of potential recruits to an Garda Siochana.
- Conduct continuous fitness testing as part of the curriculum.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
Rugby Coach
Rockwell College
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Organized successful fundraising initiatives that provided necessary resources for equipment upgrades and travel expenses.
- Coordinated off-season training camps aimed at continuous skill development, keeping players sharp during breaks from competition play.
- Conducted video analysis sessions that allowed athletes to review their performances critically, leading to improved decision-making on the field.
- Streamlined practice scheduling and organization, maximizing time efficiency for both coaches and athletes.
- Improved team performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Police Officer
An Garda Siochana
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
Police Officer
An Garda Siochana
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Rugby Coach
Castletroy College
08.2012 - 05.2022
- Organized successful fundraising initiatives that provided necessary resources for equipment upgrades and travel expenses.
- Coordinated off-season training camps aimed at continuous skill development, keeping players sharp during breaks from competition play.
- Conducted video analysis sessions that allowed athletes to review their performances critically, leading to improved decision-making on the field.
- Streamlined practice scheduling and organization, maximizing time efficiency for both coaches and athletes.
- Increased player motivation through the establishment of clear objectives, expectations, and regular feedback sessions.
- Implemented injury prevention measures, resulting in fewer injuries and faster recoveries among players.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Developed and implemented effective strength and conditioning sessions and programme in order to prevent injuries while developing players athletically and physically for optimum performance.
Police Officer
An Garda Siochana
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
Education
Professional Diploma - Pro. Diploma in Teaching Learning And Scholarship
University of Limerrick
Limerick, Ireland05-2025
Certificate in Strength And Conditioning - Strength And Conditioning
SETU Carlow
Carlow, Ireland05-2024
Certification in Fitness Testing - Fitness Testing
Elite Performance Institute
Limerick, Ireland05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Policing
An Garda Siochana Training College
Templemore, Tipperary06-2018
Skills
- Team management
- Game analysis
- Strength and conditioning
- Player development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Performance analysis
Timeline
Rugby Manager - Director of Youth Rugby
Kilfeacle & District RFC
08.2023 - Current
Lecturer - Police Officer
An Garda Siochana
02.2023 - Current
Rugby Coach
Rockwell College
08.2022 - 04.2023
Police Officer
An Garda Siochana
05.2022 - 02.2023
Police Officer
An Garda Siochana
01.2020 - 05.2022
Police Officer
An Garda Siochana
06.2016 - 01.2020
Rugby Coach
Castletroy College
08.2012 - 05.2022
Professional Diploma - Pro. Diploma in Teaching Learning And Scholarship
University of Limerrick
Certificate in Strength And Conditioning - Strength And Conditioning
SETU Carlow
Certification in Fitness Testing - Fitness Testing
Elite Performance Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Policing
An Garda Siochana Training College
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