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University of North Carolina--Chapel Hill (NC)
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Alex D.
Soccer
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I have played at all levels of the game, from Club, US Youth National Teams, College, and the Pro level (current), learning from the various trainers I've had throughout my career. View all coaching experience
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Training Locations
Coach is willing to travel up to 25 miles
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Defense, Midfield, Forward
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Throw-Ins, Shooting, Penalty Kicks, Passing, One-on-Ones, One-Touch, Heading, Free Kicks, First Touch, Dribbling, Crossing, Corner Kicks, Agility
Credentials
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University of North Carolina--Chapel Hill (NC)
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Defense, Midfield, Forward
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Throw-Ins, Shooting, Penalty Kicks, Passing, One-on-Ones, One-Touch, Heading, Free Kicks, First Touch, Dribbling, Crossing, Corner Kicks, Agility
More About Coach Alex
I have experience coaching kids individually of all ages, mostly club soccer, from the recreational level as well as the competitive level. I have been lucky enough to be able to work and learn around the country where the professional game has taken me. Playing for various coaches has given me the opportunity to pick their brains and allowed me a further insight into the intricacies of the coaching world. Currently I am taking my badges to further my coaching education inside of the US Soccer Program.
I have experience at every level of the game in US Soccer. I played for the US Youth National Teams from the U-15s, U-17s and the U-20s. In addition to that I attended the US U-17 Residency program from 2006-07. 2007 NSCAA/adidas Youth All-America Team and the 2007 Parade All-America squad. Earned all-star honors at the adidas ESP Camp in 2006. I played my college soccer at the University of North Carolina from 2008-2011 winning ACC titles and went to 3 straight NCAA College Cups. Signed my first professional contract in 2011 as a homegrown player for the Houston Dynamo and played there from 2011-2014. Rochester Rhinos from 2014-2015 winning a USL Championship in 2015. Jacksonville Armada 2016 - Energy FC 2017-2018 - Hartford Athletic 2019-2020 - Pittsburgh Riverhounds current.
A typical session with me will normally consist of a warm-up and graduate into technical work: passing, dribbling, etc. I believe that getting as many touches on the ball as possible is essential to becoming a better player.
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Client Reviews
Mona (CoachUp client)
My son has had his first two lessons from Coach Alex and he enjoys it a lot. He was hesitant to take soccer lessons but Alex’s warm, friendly and easy going nature won over him pretty quick and he says he enjoys playing with him now.
Jen (CoachUp client)
Coach Alex is amazing to work with!! From the first email contact and through scheduling our session, Alex is responsive and flexible. Our daughter’s first session went extremely well! He elicited input from her for where she wanted to focus and had the hour packed with great drills that helped identify her strengths and opportunities for improvement.
Our daughter had all very good things to say about her session and really loved working with Coach Alex. She can’t wait for future sessions and to continue to work with Alex to develop all aspects of her game!
Josh (CoachUp client)
Coach Alex is great. He’s really easy to communicate with, and does a fantastic job with my son’s sessions. I could see improvement in his footwork right away, and has really appreciated the guidance from Alex.
Mark (CoachUp client)
Alex did a great job of setting up focused drills and coaching technical skills and was very motivational!
Michael (CoachUp client)
Coach Alex is very knowledgeable and he is able to transfer his knowledge in a fun and enjoyable way to the kids he coaches.
Peter (CoachUp client)
Coach Alex is amazing, extremely down to earth, and takes the time to make practices fun but also focused and extremely productive. I have never seen my son smile and enjoy a practice as much as he did with coach Alex. He focused on points of improvement as well as technical aspects of the sport. I am very excited for continuing practice with coach Alex, and so is my son. I would highly recommend him.
Thomas (CoachUp client)
Coach Alex was patient with my young son and daughter. He provided excellent communication before and during the session. He was organized and planned a great session around our development goals.
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