Book Private Strength-and-speed Lessons with Coach Maia
Firstly, I have been playing soccer my whole life. I bring the aspect of being on the field as a player, a long with being a coach on the sidelines. So I know what it's like to be in your shoes! Additionally, I have been coaching since I was a sophomore in college. I prioritize individualized attention, allowing me to identify strengths and weaknesses in each player and provide personalized guidance for improvement. My passion for soccer fosters enthusiasm and dedication for you guys ! Lastly, I emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, and disciple. Instilling life lessons that extend beyond the pitch.
Rego Park, NY
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Get to know Coach Maia
About Me:
I grew up playing for Gotchee in queens and later I ended up playing for Albertson Fury out on Long Island. On Albertson Fury, I received an MVP award 3 years in a row.
I committed to St. Johns Womans Soccer my Junior year of High School, where I earned a spot on the All Big East Freshman team in my first year.
I ended up being on the All big East First and Second Teams throughout the rest of my years playing there.
In my 5th year, my team made history by going to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament. The first time in St Johns woman soccer program history.
I also won team spirit award my 4th and 5th year playing (voted by the girls on my team)
How I can help you improve your game:
Improving your game involves a combination of skill development, tactical understanding, physical condition and mental preparation.
We must learn what your strengths and weaknesses are so we can build on the weaknesses while also using your strengths to your advantage
What a typical training session looks like with me:
a typical training session depends on what you are looking to focus on.
I would normally start with a good warm up to get your body ready
and move on to technical training drills such as dribbling, passing and shooting depending on your skill level.
With more knowledge and understanding we will end up moving on to tactical training such as positioning and decision making on the field
Career summary and accomplishments:
I started coaching my sophomore year of college for Soccer Friends USA ages 2-16 and later moved on to coach full teams for Super soccer stars ages 5-16
Best coach I ever had:
The Best Coach I ever had has to be my Coach for Albertson Fury, Aaron Hefferman.
He was the best coach in my eyed because he always looked at your strengths and used them to our advantage and would always work on our weaknesses in a positive way rather than negative.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I think you guys should just know how much I love soccer. It has completely changed my life in so many ways. From teaching me disciple, time management, and dedication, it has altered me into who I am today. I don't know myself without it! and that is why I still play to this day.
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