Book Private Soccer Lessons with Coach Steven
Passion Plus Preparation Equal Success
Passion Plus Preparation Equal Success
I am a positive coach who works to help build players confidence, develop their individual skills and works to keep them motivated to grow. I am committed to creating a safe, positive space where players can express themselves freely and grow without fear. My ultimate goal is for your player to enjoy the game while having long-term success.
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Get to know Coach Steven
About Me:
I go by Justin. I have been involved in soccer since the age of 7. I followed the normal American path of Rec league, to club, to high school, then to college. After college I began my coaching journey and haven't looked back. I have found my passion in spreading the joy of soccer to growing generations. I have been coaching with youth clubs in the area since 2014. I have been learning a growing every year keeping up with current trends while coaching players to be grounded in fundamentals.
How I can help you improve your game:
As I teacher by day I am well versed in many different teaching strategies. This allows me to adapt to the learning needs of each individual player. I am a believer in building a strong foundation of basic skills then building from there. I am also able evaluate players and develop and improvement plan for those looking to take their game to the next level.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical training session would start with a dynamic warmup followed by a fast footwork drills. This will wake up the feet and establish touch for the session. From this point on each session will be tailored to individual player. The session will focus on the players development goals.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Playing career: High School two final four appearances.
-All-state selection, Academic All State, All Area team
Recruited to Barton College- played entire college career for the school.
Post college began coaching: My coaching career has had many successes some measurable some not as easily shown to on paper. I have coached a team as high as 7th place in the state in the got soccer rankings. My teams have won tournaments and leagues. I have also helped teams that have been written off achieve success they didn't think was possible.
Most recently my Admiral Farragut Academy team has won back to distract titles.
Best coach I ever had:
I have had number of different coaches from all over the world. But the one that made the biggest impression on me was Greg my high school coach. His calm demeanor was just what a fiery young player needed. Greg was able to set me straight during times of tension. He believed in me and what I could do for the team. With his support I was able to overcome many obstacles on and off the field.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Soccer is my passion, I enjoy all the little intricoes of the game. I am constantly working to improve myself and my coaching techniques. I will work hard to provide your player with a road map to level of success that want to achieve. I am very flexible with training time especially during the summer months. Please reach out with any questions.
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