Book Lessons with Coach Carmen
Passionate NY soccer coach developing players on and off the field.
Players should train with me because I bring real experience from the youth, college, and professional game, while understanding what it takes to grow at every level. I focus on building technically sharp, confident, and competitive players through high-energy sessions that push athletes outside their comfort zone. More than just improving skills, I help players develop the mindset, discipline, and love for the game needed to succeed long term.
Trains in New York City & virtually
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Get to know Coach Carmen
About Me:
Soccer coach rooted in the New York soccer community, with experience across youth, college, and professional environments. I focus on developing technical skill, confidence, and game understanding while building a strong mentality and discipline. My sessions are high-energy, detail-driven, and player-focused, helping athletes reach their full potential on and off the field.
How I can help you improve your game:
I help players improve their game by focusing on technical detail, decision-making, and confidence under pressure. Through high-energy, structured training sessions, I break down key moments of play to build smarter, more composed athletes. I also emphasize mindset, discipline, and repetition, creating an environment where players are challenged, supported, and pushed to reach their full potential on and off the field.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical training session with me starts with an activation phase to get players physically and mentally engaged. We then move into technical work focused on being as clean on the ball as possible. The session finishes with game-influenced scenarios that challenge decision-making, speed of play, and tactical awareness in realistic situations, pushing players to apply their skills in a competitive environment.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Since my time at NYU, the Women's Soccer team has appeared in 3 DIII NCAA tournaments, 2 times finishing in the Sweet Sixteen. The 2023 NYU coaching staff was named the Region IV Coaching Staff of the Year. CSI, I coached 2 keepers to break the school record books for the most saves in a game in program history, with one holding the #1 spot.
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What athletes and parents should know about me:
Weekly Availability
Monday
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday
Unavailable
Friday
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Unavailable
Sunday
Unavailable
This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!
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