Athletic Background
Summary of Career and Accomplishments
BA in Journalism
AA in International Relations
University of Tbilisi, Georgia,
Santa Rosa Junior College,
Soccer player- U20 Dynamo Tbilisi, 1990-1991, Tbilisi, Georgia
Banker/Client Relations with Bank of America 1995-2008
Private Real Estate Equity Corporation Manager 2008-2018
Agent with New York Life 2018 - 2024
Assistant Soccer Coach- Mustang Soccer, 2020 -2023
Head Coach at Allstars United FC, Saratoga, CA _present
Who is the best coach you ever had and why?
Nodar Akhalkatsi. One of the most inspiring coaches, a true visionary. He had the ability to not only recognize a great potential in athletes and turning them into intelligent soccer players, but he had a unique sense of finding a perfect position for each player on a team and dedicated himself to his development on and off the field. He was an extraordinary manager, but even greater human being, who's values and teachings I share till this day.
What should athletes and parents know about you?
With over 25 years of experience in playing and coaching
soccer at various levels and a deep-rooted passion for fostering athletic talent and teamwork, I am confident in my ability to inspire players to achieve their fullest potential.
Throughout my soccer career, I have demonstrated a commitment to developing players' technical skills, strategic understanding, and personal growth.
I am currently a Head Coach at Allstars United FC in Saratoga. I am married with two children, ages 16 and 11. Outside of soccer I enjoy playing tennis, reading, travelling, classic movies, spending quality time with my family.
Coaching Background
Summary of Coaching Background
Assistant Soccer Coach- Mustang Soccer, 2020 -2023
Head Coach at Allstars United FC, Saratoga, CA _present
How can you help someone improve their game?
By assessing the player's current skill level, both, intellectual and physical. Creating a customized development plan, specific drills, exercises and game strategies that is suitable for an individual player, well guided approach that will enhance his, or her overall performance.
What does a typical training session look like?
Safe environment. Starting with warmup/stretches and moving into soccer drills, physical conditioning. Emphasis on ball control, vision, passing, decision making, shooting. Physical exercises will focus on strength, agility and speed. Guidance toward understanding the purpose of each exercise, each technical move, or a strategic play. By asking questions, let the players find answers, help them recognize the best options to reach a goal in a specifically designed drill.
1 on 1 session will vary from an ideal group session of 4 +
Water breaks after 15-20 minutes. Session will last between an hour - hour and a half and will always end with stretches.