Current Role:
Kimberly High School Varsity Head Coach
River Surge Supporter & Mentor
Quick Facts
- Years Coaching Soccer: 45 years
- Playing Background: Mt. Senario College
- Coaching Certifications: USC National, Advanced National
- Favorite Soccer Team: Manchester United
- Go-To Formation: 4-3-3, 4-5-1
- Favorite Soccer Quote: “It is a simple game. Play smarter, not harder.”
Coach Q&A
1. What inspired you to start coaching soccer?
I felt the need to serve and share my experience gained from competing in Soccer and Track & Field. Teaching young athletes the proper way to develop and to get the best from their training.
2. How has working with the club helped your high school players grow?
Working with River Surge has given me the opportunity to prepare young soccer players for the high school experience. They are taught the proper way to train, serve others, be a student of the game and in the classroom, etc
3. What do you enjoy most about supporting the club?
I really enjoy the opportunity to serve and give back to a wonderful organization such as River Surge. Their focus is about creating opportunities for all players to find their success through the sport of soccer/
4. What’s one memorable moment from your coaching career?
I was blessed to coach for the Institute for International sports for 10 years. I was both a Soccer Coach and a World Peace Summit & Facilitator. Working with student/athletes from over 130 countries between the ages 14 to 17. I grew as a coach during that time. My most notable experience was marching with the athletes from my team through Kingston, Rhode Island for World Peace.
5. If you could train with any professional coach or player, who would it be and why?
Sir Alex Ferguson “Fergie”. He is a demanding manager with the knack of bringing out the very best in all who play under him. His expectations are clear in the way that he manages his players.
Final Thoughts
What message would you share with young players who dream of playing at a higher level?
Be committed to a journey of hard work, but more importantly, “smart work”. Be coachable and open to communication. Be selfless, the act of serving others.