“Coaching to me is about providing an environment for players to feel comfortable enough to express who they really are on and off the field. Sports teach many valuable lessons that athletes can take and apply to their everyday lives; to me it taught discipline and respect which are both key qualities I bring when coaching. The joy of watching an athlete grow into a player they didn’t even believe was there is unmatched. I’m excited to continue pursuing something I am passionate about while becoming the role model I wish I had growing up.” 

Coach Vi (U.S. National C License)

“I believe a lot of life lessons can be taught through sport. The earliest lesson the game taught me is that things are not always easy and you have to work hard for the things you want. I carry this lesson with me, along with the drive to always improve in every area of my life. As a coach, I believe you owe the people you train your absolute best because they rely on you to guide them. I want to be there to help them improve on and off the field whether it requires me to be the person that tells it straight or the one that picks them up while they are feeling down. I’m happy with all the amazing people I have been fortunate to meet and look forward to what the journey has in store.”

Coach Nico (U.S. National C License)

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Current teams: U13 MLS Next, 09G Copa Red, Girls Varsity (Sherwood High School)