Eric Metcalf

Qualifications

·       Distinguished University of Texas Alum

·       University of Texas Hall of Honor Council

·       Experience as a professional athlete, coach and mentor

·       Proven talent for building professional relationships

·       Ability to motivate and engage alumni

·       Strong public speaking skills

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Experience

2016 – Present  University of Washington Track and Field

Men and Women’s Sprints/Jumps Coach

2010 – Present    Nike Track and Field

Consultant

Professional Track and Field Coach

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Member of Cleveland Browns Alumni Advisory Council

• Help to connect and communicate with other alumni all of the benefits available to them after their retirement from the NFL.
• Present opportunities for alumni to remain engaged with the Browns organization.
• Act as an ambassador through participation in team sponsored charitable functions, acting as an on-air personality when needed and involved with major sponsors and government officials who conduct business with the team.
• Assist with organization and execution of the annual Alumni weekend.
• Assist the Education Programs Committee to communicate educational opportunities for former players post retirement, as well as opportunities to work in their communities.

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Community Involvement

2009                     Under Armour 

Coach/Trainer of High School Football Combines across the country

2005 – 2012         Rainier Beach High School, Seattle WA

Head Track Coach-Girls    2006 – 2012

Football Offensive Coordinator/Receivers Coach     2005 – 2006 

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2002 – 2004         Renton High School, Renton WA

Football Offensive Coordinator/Receivers Coach 

1989 – 2002         National Football League

Professional Athlete

• Three-time Pro Bowl selection
• American Conference All League selection
• 2008 Cleveland Browns Legend Inductee

Frequently appeared on national and local radio and television networks.  Made public speaking appearances at local charity events, card shows, schools, and community events.

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1990 – Current 

Eric Metcalf Rotary Boys and Girls Club Luncheon

• Hosted fundraising luncheons for three years to support programs for underserved youth in Seattle
• Selected in 2009 to serve on Board of Trustees

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Founder/Head Coach, SeaTown Express Track & Field Club 

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1999 – Present

• Serves 30+ teenage boys and girls annually
• Provides training and competitive experiences for teens
• Provides mentorship, college preparation, and recruitment networking at top ranked Colleges and Universities

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Founder, 21daful Foundation  2003 – Present

• Established in 2003 as a non-profit foundation in the State of Washington
• Provide athletic and educational opportunities to teens

2012 – Present  University of Washington

    2012 – 2016 Men and Women’s Horizontal Jumps Coach (Volunteer)

 2013  USATF Junior Pan Am Track and Field Jumps Coach

2017  USATF Junior Pan Am Track and Field Sprints Coach

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Education

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2011  Bachelor of Science in Management

              University of Phoenix

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1985 – 1989        University of Texas, Austin, TX

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Awards and Honors

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2002     University of Texas Hall of Honor Inductee

2008     Cleveland Brown Legends Inductee

2013     Joined NFL USO Tour to Afghanistan

2015     SWC Hall of Fame Inductee 

2017     Texas Sports Hall of Fame Inductee