Attie (Jacobus Adriaan) Strauss
Gauteng, South Africa
Summary
Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship.
Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support.
Dedicated to each individual player to reach their full potential.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Parys Rugby Club - Contracted Coach
Parys Rugby Club
01.2023 - Current
- Won Griffon Rugby League 2023.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
PUK University U/21 Head Coach/Scrum Specialist
PUK University Vanderbijlpark
01.2022 - Current
- Won the Valke League 2023.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
Emfuleni Primary School U/13 Head Coach
Emfuleni Primary School
01.2022 - Current
- Won Valke League U/13 2023
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Director of Rugby Development
Rustenburg High School
01.2015 - 11.2021
- Coached u/14 - u/18 teams
- Winners of u/16 Virsekerbeker
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
Scrum Specialist
Impala Rugby Club
01.2015 - 11.2019
- Winners Gold Club x 3
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
Rugby Development Director
Volkskool (High School)
01.2000 - 11.2015
- Winners of multiple Luiperd (North West) Leagues.
- Performed reviews of employee work performance to check for areas in need of additional training.
- Worked with managers to identify internal talent and plan development pathways.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
Assistant Coach and Scrum Specialist
PUK (University Of Potchefstroom)
01.2002 - 11.2014
- Winners of multiple Varsity Cub Leagues.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
- Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
Scrum Specialist
Leapords
01.2000 - 11.2008
- Coached from u/19-U/21 teams
- Won a few cups during these years, more information on request
Education
Professional/International Rugby Player
Springbok
01.1984
Professional Rugby Player
Western Province
01.1983
Professional Rugby Player
Noord Transvaal (Blue Bulls)
1978
Matric
Hoer Landbouskool Boland (High School)
Cape Town SA12.1977
Skills
- Scrum and Forward Specialist
- Mentor Athletes
- Individual Evaluations
- Condition Players
- Athlete Engagement
- Gameplay Techniques
- Logistical Coordination
- Game Coordination
- Community Relationships
- Rugby
- Athletic Training and Motivation
- Exercise Program Implementation
Timeline
Parys Rugby Club - Contracted Coach
Parys Rugby Club
01.2023 - Current
PUK University U/21 Head Coach/Scrum Specialist
PUK University Vanderbijlpark
01.2022 - Current
Emfuleni Primary School U/13 Head Coach
Emfuleni Primary School
01.2022 - Current
Director of Rugby Development
Rustenburg High School
01.2015 - 11.2021
Scrum Specialist
Impala Rugby Club
01.2015 - 11.2019
Assistant Coach and Scrum Specialist
PUK (University Of Potchefstroom)
01.2002 - 11.2014
Rugby Development Director
Volkskool (High School)
01.2000 - 11.2015
Scrum Specialist
Leapords
01.2000 - 11.2008
Professional/International Rugby Player
Springbok
Professional Rugby Player
Western Province
Professional Rugby Player
Noord Transvaal (Blue Bulls)
Matric
Hoer Landbouskool Boland (High School)
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