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Personalized Football Mentorship with Coach K

My goal is to help athletes reach their full potential through tailored training programs that focus on mental preparation, self-confidence and maximizing athletic abilities. In my 14 years of coaching football, I have provided dedicated mentorship to ensure players not only improve their game but also build the confidence necessary to succeed on the field.

Overview
  • Trains in Lancaster, Amherst, Buffalo & virtually

  • Works with Elementary, Middle School, High School

  • Football

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Get to know Coach Michael

About Me:

I have coached tackle football for the past 14 years at various high schools in Western New York, and I have also coached girls' flag football for the last two seasons.

Throughout my coaching career, I have gained extensive experience working with every position group, including running backs, linebackers, wide receivers, defensive backs, and both offensive and defensive linemen. My record includes three undefeated seasons and a Section VI championship.

How I can help you improve your game:

With my extensive coaching background, I deeply understand the mental components associated with each position. I am confident that I can bring out the best in your athlete through positive reinforcement, capitalizing on their strengths while diligently addressing their weaknesses.

What a typical training session looks like with me:

We will begin with the fundamentals of the game. For offensive players, our training will focus on stance, route running, catching, handoffs, and blocking. For those on the defensive side, we will cover alignment, assignment, and defending against both the run and the pass.

Career summary and accomplishments:

I have 14 years of experience coaching in a team setting, and I am looking forward to returning to an individual coach setting. I currently hold all necessary certifications as required by the NFHS handbook.

Best coach I ever had:

The best coaches I have ever had are the ones I have worked with side by side. Regardless of whether I agreed with their philosophy, I always learned something valuable from them.

What athletes and parents should know about me:

It is important to me that everyone involved in my training program understands my approach to player development, team culture, and the expectations I have for our student-athletes both on and off the field. My coaching style focuses on mastering the basic fundamentals of football. I believe that if you can't do the little things right, you'll never be able to do the big things right.

Weekly Availability

Monday

8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

12:00 am - 1:00 am

Tuesday

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

11:00 pm - 12:00 am

Wednesday

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

11:00 pm - 12:00 am

Thursday

8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

10:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Friday

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

10:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Saturday

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sunday

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!

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