Athletic Background
Summary of Career and Accomplishments
I played at the University of Southern California all 4 years from 2015-2018. We won that NCAA National Championship in 2016, and I've been playing since I was 5 years old.
Who is the best coach you ever had and why?
The best coach I ever had was one of the club soccer coaches I had at West Coast in Southern California. He explained the game in terms of tactical, technical, physical, and mental areas. It helped me understand where I needed help, and for me, it was my mental game and personal confidence. He helped me to grow my personal "swag" (I'm serious!) on the field and how to make better decisions in terms of my movement even when I didn't have the ball.
What should athletes and parents know about you?
I was a two-sport athlete until I was 18, so I know what it's like to be coached. I am excited to take what I loved, learned, and received, and return it to others. It's important for me to explain not just how to do something but why. I believe that when an athlete understands why, one can learn to act and think for his or herself, a value add in getting to the next level. I personable and playful yet focused and clear. Let's get on a call and explore if we are a good fit!
Coaching Background
Summary of Coaching Background
I've started private training with a client in November 2023. I have a coach's mentality and have coached in non-athletic capacities in professional setting in the past.
How can you help someone improve their game?
I'm good at understanding one's gaps and what their sweet spot it. My goal is to help the athlete take advantage of their natural strength while also first understanding why and then practicing how to improve through simply practicing and doing the thing!
What does a typical training session look like?
I cater my session times based off of the athletes' needs. As shared earlier in my bio, the game of soccer is technical, tactical, physical, and mental. I want to train the athlete holistically and directly addressing the gaps in these areas.