Craig N.

I have been involved in competitive soccer as an AYSO, Southern California club team, U.S. Development Academy, High School, Division 1 Collegiate Athlete and USL/MLS draft participant (see my athletic accomplishments section). My philosophy toward becoming an elite player stresses fundamentals and working hard while making training a fun experience at the same time. I have coached at the high school level for Crespi Carmelite High School and club level ages 9-17 with North Valley Fusion F.C., as well as working soccer camps giving private lessons to numerous players (male and female) over the past 4 years in the greater Los Angeles area.
I have a passion for working with motivated players who are serious about improving their game. I feel through my experience playing 5 different field positions, as well as my knowledge of the club/collegiate/professional experience, gives me a unique perspective directing the young athlete to become an elite player in the U.S. system. I personally tailor my private sessions to meet my athlete’s specific needs by using my personal knowledge as well drills I have learned from multiple coaches. As important, I will provide advise from my personal experience on how best to navigate each stage of a players development and have them reach their ultimate goal, whether that be a club, collegiate or professional career.

Youth Soccer: Southern California AYSO

Club Soccer: North Valley Fusion F.C. (2001-2009) – multiple tournament championships and high level finishes in Dallas Cup and Surf Cup

High School – Mission League Defender of the Year, All Southern California (C.I.F.) First Team

U.S. Soccer Academy: Real SoCal, 2010 National Finals USSDA Finals (3rd Place)

Collegiate: Division 1 Soccer Scholarship Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, CA; among other awards, 4 year starter at center back/3 year team captain, two WCC Championships, NCAA playoffs 2013, two time First Team All WCC and Second Team NSCAA Far West team, 2014 Herman Watch List (top 32 collegiate players), College Soccer Madness 4th team All American and WCC Defender of the Year (2014)

Professional: participant, 2015 MLS Combine, MLS Superdraft pick for the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Member of the Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2 in 2015 and a member for Orlando City B in the 2016 season.

For more info about me as a player and some of my highlights, click on my links below!

LMU bio link…. http://www.lmulions.com/sports/m-soccer/mtt/craig_nitti_692546.html

LMU highlights links…. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kev0YmoxovU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIpo3tECxz4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kk1xJckO-NY

Professional Bio link… http://www.whitecapsfc.com/wfc2/roster/craig-nitti

Professional Highlights….. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyDz0c0FGQw
Crespi Carmelite HS Highlights…. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IK70Vlp7oUg

Clients can expect a personally tailored session to meet my athlete’s specific needs as a player- depending on age level, experience, and position. My belief as a coach is to build a foundation for my athlete so their whole game elevates regardless of their position. My sessions last anywhere form 1 hour to 2 hours and include a thorough warm-up, technical exercises, and specific drills to help my athlete develop their overall game.