I believe youth soccer should be about development, teamwork, and, most importantly, enjoying the game. My coaching philosophy centers on giving every player meaningful playing time and opportunities to learn and play multiple positions, helping them become more versatile and develop a strong soccer IQ.
I expect players to give 100% effort, support and encourage their teammates, and approach every practice and game with a positive attitude. Skill development comes from being willing to try new things, take risks, make mistakes, and learn from them in an environment where players feel confident and excited to play.
I have coached in Escondido for the past seven years, including three years at the club level, and bring 15 years of experience coaching youth sports, including soccer, basketball, baseball, and tennis. My goal is to help each player grow not only as a soccer player, but also as a teammate, competitor, and person.