Book Private Soccer Lessons with Coach Matthew
Technical, patient coach who builds confident, smarter players.
Technical, patient coach who builds confident, smarter players.
College defensive midfielder with elite footwork and passing. Experienced youth coach focused on technical growth, confidence, and smarter decision-making on the ball.
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Available: Sat, Sun
Works with all age groups
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Get to know Coach Matthew
About Me:
My name is Matthew I am 24 years old, live in Columbus, OH and I go to Ohio State. I've played soccer all my life and follow the USMNT and the Crew.
How I can help you improve your game:
I focus on building strong technical foundations that translate directly into match performance. My training emphasizes footwork, ball control, passing accuracy, and decision-making under pressure — the core skills that separate average players from confident, consistent performers.
As a former defensive midfielder, I teach players how to read the game, improve positioning, and make smarter choices on and off the ball. Sessions are tailored to each athlete’s goals, whether that’s gaining confidence, earning more playing time, or preparing for higher levels of competition.
Through high-repetition technical work, game-realistic drills, and constructive feedback, I help players develop quicker feet, sharper vision, and better composure. My goal is not just to run drills, but to help you understand the “why” behind every movement so you become a smarter, more complete player.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Dynamic warmups going into footwork, and technical passing drills.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Dedicated soccer player and coach with over a decade of competitive experience, beginning at age six and progressing through club, varsity, international, and collegiate levels. Played three years of varsity soccer in high school and competed in two international tournaments in Sweden (2014). Represented multiple Ohio club teams, including Samba Soccer Club, A.K. Cleveland Elite under professional coach Andy Kilner, and Upper 90 F.C. under Tony Csiszar.
Continued playing career at Heidelberg University as a pass-first defensive midfielder, recognized for strong footwork, vision, composure, and passing ability. Appeared in matches for Cleveland SC in 2020.
Extensive youth coaching experience, including training players ages 6–8 with Jump Start Sports, coaching advanced youth athletes in Austin, Texas with Avila Soccer, and providing individualized training sessions through Athletes Untapped. Known for technical development focus, leadership, and building confident, intelligent players through strong fundamentals and game awareness.
Best coach I ever had:
Coach D, tough love kind of coach that always pushed you to be your best.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I am a former collegiate soccer player as well as a youth coach in Texas as well as Cleveland for kids ranging from 6-13.
Weekly Availability
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sunday
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!
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