U16 & U19 Head Coach (TSF Academy / MLS Next)

• Jun 2023 - Present

• Support the design, implementation and management of the Youth Development Coaching Program • Do so in conjunction with the TSF Developmental / MLS Next Program • Deliver guidance on player development systems and standards of play to coaches and players • Responsible for the scheduling of Academy training • This includes the number of training sessions, vacations, breaks, times and dates • Assist coaches in the general control, management and conduct of Academy players • Ensure adherence to the Academy Code of Conduct • Liaise with the Academy Director regrading requirements of all Youth Development players • Aid player development and motivation • Provide positive and constructive feedback that is delivered in an appropriate method • Utilize session planning tools, individual performance planning and video platforms • Do so to ensure that all relevant player data is recorded • Demonstrate a willingness to further personal knowledge and development • Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the club’s policies and all applicable laws • This includes the safeguarding of youth players • Emphasize the club culture of integrity, excellence and belonging Show less

Director Of Coaching

• Aug 2020 - Jun 2023

• Oversaw and led the coaching methodology and philosophy within the Cedar Stars Academy• Contributed to the forward-thinking development of circa. 280 players (U6 to U19)• Led and managed five members of the staff• Designed and implemented an innovative development curriculum and coaching syllabus• Enhanced the technical and tactical development of the players within the Academy• Ensured all coaching staff adhered to the coaching philosophy • Ensured they delivered sessions aligned to the development curriculum• Ensured the training standards for players and staff was maintained at a high level• Performed a lead role in the professional development of coaching staff• Did so through the continual development and evaluation of the Academy’s technical staff• Devised and delivered a Game Model which consistently ran through the Academy• Utilized analysis tools to further the development processes for the Academy players• Led the implementation of new programs• Contributed to marketing strategies • Did so to further the progression and growth of the club’s operations and outreach• Assisted the Operations Manager with tournament and game schedules, events and more• Oversaw the coaching of the 2005 and 2009 National League 1 Boys squads as Head Coach• Planned and delivered coaching sessions and led the teams on match daysKey Achievements✔ USYS National League 1 Champions 2023✔ Qualified for Eastern Regionals 2023✔ Attained National Academy League (NAL) for CSA HV division✔ 2022 led the team to the Play-Off Final in our inaugural season✔ In 2022 the U18 Boys squad reached the USYS Championship Finals✔ In 2021 and 2022, the U14 Boys squad reached the Super Y National FinalsPlayer Development: 2022✔ Four of the U14 Boys squad progressed to MLS Next teams✔ One signed for New York Red Bulls✔ Two of the U16 Boys squad progressed to MLS, Next teams✔ All 15 of the U19 Boys’ team were recruited to play College Soccer✔ One achieved a D1 placement Show less

Youth Development Director

• Aug 2017 - Aug 2020

• Worked in conjunction with the Director of Coaching• Did so to oversee the Cedar Stars Academy (CSA) Bergen West Youth Division• Performed a lead role in the development of players, U6 to U14, across seven teams• Liaised with and worked in partnership with three coaches• Combined Youth Development Director role with coaching three age-group squads• Did so within CSA Bergen West; U19, U17, and U14• Responsible for the coaching and development of players involved in these squads• Responsible for administration duties, including - Player Carding- Tournaments- League Registration- TeamSnap Admin- Club-Parent Communication- Player/Club Evaluation- Training Schedules• Ensured all were completed promptly Show less

Head Coach

• Feb 2016 - Aug 2017

• Head Coach for U19, U15, and U14 teams • Devised and delivered technical and tactical coaching session • Did so to further the development of each player • Tailored the sessions to cater to the requirements of individual players • Ensured sessions were aligned to the club’s coaching curriculum and philosophy • Also ensurd coaching was in line with player development strategies • Led the various teams on match days • Ensured the players were confident they showcased their skillset in matches • Held regular meetings with the players to discuss their development • Set future learning goals • Oversaw and ran the New Jersey Heat Development Center • The Development Center catered for around 20 players • Designed and implemented a coaching curriculum for U4 - U8 players • Designed and delivered age-appropriate coaching sessions • Ensured the sessions were engaging to enhance the players’ enjoyment of soccer Show less

Head Coach and Director of Programs

• Mar 2013 - Dec 2016

• Head Coach of various squads within the Academy, including: - Head Coach Americans Soccer Club 2013: Girls U9, U15, U19 - SDFC Head Coach 2013: Girls U10 - Head Coach Americans Soccer Club 2014: Boys U8, Girls U9 and U13 - SDFC Head Coach 2014: Boys U9 • Designed and delivered coaching sessions for the various age-group squads • Responsible for season planning, including travel and Academy programs • Planned, implemented, and ran specialized coaching clinics for players aged 4 to 18 years old • Contributed to the development of individual players by conducting one-to-one tuition • Devised and delivered one-to-one coaching sessions • Did so to cater for individual players’ specific training requirements • Oversaw and ran Spring and Summer Camps for players aged 4 to 18 years old • Managed indoor soccer facilities for rental • This included adult pick up and play, birthday parties and league games Key Achievements ✔ Devised and delivered Europa Elite Ball Manipulation Program ✔ Utilized experience and expertise as a Coerver Coach ✔ Did so to develop a specialized ball manipulation program ✔ Furthered the development of intermediate and advanced players ✔ This included Ball Manipulation, Passing, and Receiving, 1v1 Creative Play and more ✔ Appointed Director of SDFC Bergen ✔ In 2015, oversaw the Montclair-based Academy to Bergen County ✔ Was responsible for creating an innovative program ✔ This incorporated coaching techniques and a library of sessions ✔ Enhanced the confidence and development of the players ✔ SPFC Bergen was a supplement program to provide a platform for players to develop ✔ Did so through additional sessions which utilized different training methods ✔ Contributed to the retention of players Show less

Head Coach

• Aug 2008 - Feb 2013

Head Coach

• Aug 2008 - Feb 2013