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Shura Poppe

Flushing

Summary

Self-motivated athletic professional with extensive experience in leadership positions and working with teams. Manages time efficiently and works well under pressure. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Tennis Player

WTA
01.2015 - Current
  • Competed in multiple national and international competitions, achieving top results.
  • Strong work ethic, resilience, and dedication to continuous improvement, both on and off the court
  • Represented multiple league teams in various countries, including Germany, France, Belgium, and England
  • Managed time effectively while traveling for games, attending practice, and going to classes.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, effectively motivating and encouraging peers.

Child Animation

Kiekeboe
11.2019 - 04.2023
  • Worked at a event agency at numerous festivals and corporate parties
  • Tasks consisted of (children's) animation, providing guidance for creative activities such as applying glitter and sticker tattoos, assisting with crafting, etc.

Tennis Coach

DULTC
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Nurtured and guided beginning as well intermediate and advanced students in tennis lessons for the Development squad
  • Coached established tennis players in the DULTC club in advanced game techniques and competition strategies.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills to interact with international students from various backgrounds
  • Promoted tennis as a sport and the Development Squad within the local community, leading to an increase in enrollment and interest among potential students

Tennis Coach/Hitting Instructor/Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

TOZ Tennis Academy
09.2015 - 08.2022
  • Organized numerous tennis clinics for elementary schools in the neighborhood, aiming to increase participant engagement
  • Mentored and coached children between 9-17 to improve their technical skills, match strategies, and mental toughness
  • Learnt to effectively communicate important information to a group of up to 15 children at once
  • Adept at developing personalized tennis training programs as well as strength and conditioning programs to enhance players' skills and improve overall performance
  • Collaborated with head coaches to ensure that all students were safe, engaged and learning
  • Upskilled several children’s abilities so that they could progress to the next level of tennis classes

Volunteer

Stichting Dierenbemiddeling Europa
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Fostered dogs and provided a safe and nurturing environment for rescue animals
  • Assisted with dog transportation across the Netherlands

PE-teacher

University School Tulsa
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Shadowed PE lessons at a school program for gifted children from age three through eighth grade
  • Planned and provided several challenging and engaging PE lessons to children from age three through eighth grade

Education

Master of Science - Behavioural Science

Durham University
Durham, England
01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Exercise And Sports Science

University of Tulsa
Tulsa, Oklahoma
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Tulsa
Tulsa, Oklahoma
05.2022

Skills

  • Perseverance, Reliability, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Time Management, Communication, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communication, Organization Skills
  • Health and Wellness
  • Athletic Training and Coaching
  • Computer: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, R-Studio, SPSS, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Teams, Google Services, Zoom, Canva, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok

Hobbies

  • Travelling
  • Sports
  • Sustainability
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Mental Health
  • Music
  • Movies
  • Pop Culture
  • Animals
  • Photography
  • Creativity
  • Community Involvement

Languages

Dutch
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Upper intermediate
B2

Timeline

Tennis Coach

DULTC
09.2022 - 03.2023

Volunteer

Stichting Dierenbemiddeling Europa
05.2022 - 08.2022

Child Animation

Kiekeboe
11.2019 - 04.2023

PE-teacher

University School Tulsa
08.2019 - 12.2019

Tennis Coach/Hitting Instructor/Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

TOZ Tennis Academy
09.2015 - 08.2022

Professional Tennis Player

WTA
01.2015 - Current

Master of Science - Behavioural Science

Durham University

Bachelor of Science - Exercise And Sports Science

University of Tulsa

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Tulsa

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