Book Private Soccer Lessons with Coach Joshua
I’m a recently retired college soccer player from Carnegie Mellon University passionate about staying involved in the sport I love. I’d be honored to share the lessons I learned throughout my playing career, as well as valuable insights on both the game and the recruiting process for Division 3 and highly academic schools. If you’re interested in learning more and taking your game to the next level, feel free to reach out!
Philadelphia, PA
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
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Weekly Availability
Monday
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Tuesday
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Thursday
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Friday
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Saturday
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Sunday
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Don't see your preferred date/time? This is only general availability - alternative times may be possible.
Get to know Coach Joshua
About Me:
Over my college career, I had the privilege of earning several accolades, including being named to the All-UAA First Team and the UAA All-Academic Team in 2023. I was also honored as Carnegie Mellon University Student-Athlete of the Week in September 2023. Throughout my senior season, I led my team with 9 goals, 5 assists, and 23 points, and played a key role in our success, recording 3 games with multiple goals. I also contributed significantly in conference play, scoring 2 goals and adding 2 assists in UAA competition. As a player, I consistently set the example, earning a starting spot in 15 of 16 games played that year, and finishing first on the team in shots (40) and shots on goal (16).
How I can help you improve your game:
I like to place a large emphasis on the technical and competitive sides of the game. I think that developing a mastery of the things you can individually control and creating real, applicable game sense is invaluable in terms of growing as a player and reaching new levels. I have taken pages out of my various coaches books and through my own experimentation have come up with drills and training to work on these aspects specifically.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Lots of touches on the ball. Short warm-up with quick feet, a drill or two to get the mind operating at a good level, position specific movements, and also ending with some kind of competition (normally finishing or goal related). Can end with a short cool down and review of things to work on and discuss the next steps. Can last anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour and a half.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I have been a coach and camp counselor every year during my stint at college and helped run the Carnegie Mellon ID camps and youth camps over the years. Most of my experience is with younger players and high school age players.
Best coach I ever had:
My first coach, Coach Carlos, and my dad had big influences on my game from an early age. Coach Carlos taught me the importance of spending time with the ball by yourself and sparked my love for technical development. My dad taught me how to train and instilled resilience and a hard working mindset that had served me well in both soccer and outside of it.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I’m a recent college soccer player with a deep passion for the game and a strong desire to help players improve both on and off the field. My goal is to transfer the skills and knowledge I've gained through my experience to the next generation of soccer athletes. I am dedicated to creating a positive, engaging learning environment where players can develop their technical abilities, soccer IQ, and love for the game. My focus is on building strong fundamentals, instilling confidence, and fostering a lifelong passion for soccer. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, I’m committed to helping each player reach their full potential.
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