Antonia Papahronis
121 Blake Road,MD
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the United States Naval Academy, excelling in operational planning and unit management. Skilled in mentoring and delivering constructive feedback, I enhanced team performance and morale, contributing to significant improvements in competitive outcomes. Adept at managing public relations, I effectively communicated objectives and fostered collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Commander
United States Naval Academy
08.2025 - Current
- Trained, supervised and organized 30 personnel.
- Developed operational plans to enhance team readiness and effectiveness in various scenarios.
- Coordinated training exercises to improve tactical skills and teamwork among platoon members.
- Facilitated communication between command and platoon members, ensuring clarity of objectives.
- Oversaw platoon administrative tasks, ensuring accurate records management and timely submission of reports.
Intramural Basketball Team Captain
United States Naval Academy
08.2025 - Current
- Led team strategies and game plans to enhance overall performance during competitions.
- Facilitated effective communication among players to ensure alignment on objectives.
- Developed training schedules focusing on skill improvement and physical conditioning for 20 team members.
- Mentored junior players, providing guidance on techniques, sportsmanship, and teamwork principles.
- Maintained detailed records of team performance metrics to track progress.
- Led by example during games and practices, demonstrating dedication to improvement both individually and as part of the collective unit.
- Boosted team morale through effective communication and motivational tactics.
- Promoted a positive team culture, leading to better cooperation among players on and off the court.
Plebe Summer Executive Officer
United States Naval Academy
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored 65 participants and 5 staff members progress to ensure safety and effectiveness of training sessions.
- Provided personalized coaching and feedback to enhance performance.
- Facilitated group exercises promoting teamwork and motivation among participants.
- Maintained high standards of professionalism, punctuality, and appearance as a representative of the boot camp brand.
- Utilized effective communication strategies to explain complex exercises in simple terms for easy comprehension among participants.
Division I Women's Basketball
United States Naval Academy
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Contributed to team turnaround, improving season record from 1-29 to 14-17 to 19-12 over threee consecutive years through leadership, resilience, and consistent performance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Public Affairs Officer
United States Naval Academy
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Utilized social media platforms to promote organizational activities and engage audiences.
- Captured high-quality images for various events, enhancing visual storytelling and client engagement.
- Responsible for handling the company's public image. (124 people)
Leadership Council Member
Navy Women's Basketball
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Fostered communication between coaching staff and team members to clarify objectives and expectations. (around 15 on the team)
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members, maintaining a positive team dynamic.
- Monitored player progress, providing constructive feedback to support continuous development and improvement.
- Championed sportsmanship values among teammates, fostering a respectful atmosphere on and off the court.
- Contributed valuable input during tactical discussions with coaches, incorporating personal experience as well as insights from other players'' perspectives.
- Fostered strong relationships with teammates, facilitating open communication channels for constructive feedback.
- Served as a mentor to younger players, providing guidance on skill development and sportsmanship.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD05-2026
Skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Unit management
- Operational planning
- Mentoring
- Feedback delivery
- Managing public relations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Platoon Commander
United States Naval Academy
08.2025 - Current
Intramural Basketball Team Captain
United States Naval Academy
08.2025 - Current
Plebe Summer Executive Officer
United States Naval Academy
07.2025 - 08.2025
Public Affairs Officer
United States Naval Academy
08.2024 - 05.2025
Leadership Council Member
Navy Women's Basketball
08.2024 - 05.2025
Division I Women's Basketball
United States Naval Academy
06.2022 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - English
United States Naval Academy
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