Montclair United

Director of Coaching

Coaching Philosophy

I bring an intense passion and love for the game to inspire, teach and develop players.  
I am committed to instilling in the players a deep understanding and appreciation that
their relationship with the game of soccer is reciprocal.  The lessons and benefits that
arise from playing soccer are available to anyone who makes the commitment,
puts forth the effort and respects the game.  I believe that every player needs to be
team-oriented and that every member has a role and responsibility with the group.  
Players must establish trust and reliability with their teammates and coach in order
to maximize opportunities for growth and success.
"Success is not measured by the amount of times the ball goes over either  goal line,
but by the effort and perseverance that you exhibit between the goal lines."

Playing Experience

College
University of Pittsburgh Men's Varsity Soccer Team (1998 - 2003) (B.A. Urban Studies)

High-School
Montclair High School Boys Varsity Soccer Team (1994 - 1998)

Coaching Experience

Montclair High School
      
     Boys Varsity Head Coach (2016 - Present)
     Boys Varsity Assistant Coach (2011 - 2015)
     Boys Junior Varsity Head Coach (2004 - 2010)
     Boys Freshman Head Coach (2003)

Club Soccer

     Montclair United Soccer Club, Director of Coaching (2012 - Present)
     U-19 Mens' Irvington Samba Warriors
     Monteverde Costa Rica Women's Soccer Team

Coaching Credentials

     USSF "B" License
     USSF "C" License
     KNVB International Coaching Certificate (Equivalent to UEFA "B" and Partial "A")
     NSCA Director of Coaching Diploma

Teaching Experience

Montclair Cooperative School, Physical Education Teacher (2004 - Present)