Daniel Gallegos

Experience Coaching and Training Athletes:
I have a diverse coaching background, working with athletes across multiple competitive levels and age groups, from youth soccer to high school varsity. My experience spans various roles, focusing on developing players' skills, teamwork, and tactical understanding.

Levels Coached:
I have coached high school varsity athletes and youth soccer players across competitive and developmental levels.

Coaching Roles and Age Groups:
High School Varsity Coach at Lasalle Academy
Head Coach for U14 Boys
Assistant Coach for U12, U15, U16, and U19 Boys teams

Coaching Organizations:
I have worked with reputable programs, including the RCD Espanyol Academy of New Jersey, where I contributed to player development following an internationally recognized training methodology.

Certifications:
I hold a US Grassroots License and am currently pursuing my D License to deepen my knowledge and coaching effectiveness.

Athletic Accomplishments:
Throughout my soccer career, I have had the opportunity to compete at a high level and achieve personal and team milestones. I played for Lasalle Academy, where I was honored to serve as team captain in both my junior and senior years. Under my leadership, we reached the semifinals every season, consistently demonstrating our team’s strength and resilience.
Additionally, I competed at the FC Barcelona Academy New York, an experience that further honed my technical skills and understanding of the game. At the club level, I was the top scorer for my team, showcasing my ability to contribute offensively and consistently perform under pressure.

A typical session with me includes several structured components: warm-up and activation, followed by physical exercises, technical drills, game situations, competitive games, and goal-scoring and creative exercises. I emphasize the fundamentals of the sport, focusing on ball control, dribbling, passing, physicality, and shooting. Mastering these fundamentals is essential, as they enable players to adapt confidently to any role or situation they may encounter in matches.
Each player has the opportunity to learn at a pace aligned with their personal goals, allowing me to help them both strengthen their current skills and focus on improving weaker areas until these become manageable and comfortable aspects of their game. This approach ensures that players not only refine their existing abilities but also develop a well-rounded skillset adaptable to various on-field demands.