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Columbia University (NY)
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4 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Joe M.
Soccer
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An NCAA Division 1 soccer player for Columbia University (Ivy League) and a former University of Maryland (Big 10) player, with three years of individual coaching experience. View all coaching experience
Training Locations
- Booker T. Washington Middle School, 103 West 107th Street, New York, NY
- Riverside Park, W 106th St, New York, NY
Coach is willing to travel up to 5 miles
Packages
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
1 session package with Coach Joe. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$100 1 session + applicable fees
Recommended
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
3 session package with Coach Joe. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$285 3 sessions ($95/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
5 session package with Coach Joe. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$450 5 sessions ($90/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
10 session package with Coach Joe. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$850 10 sessions ($85/ea) + applicable fees
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Defense
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Shooting, Passing, One-on-Ones, One-Touch, Heading, First Touch, Dribbling, Crossing, Agility
Credentials
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Columbia University (NY)
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4 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Defense
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Shooting, Passing, One-on-Ones, One-Touch, Heading, First Touch, Dribbling, Crossing, Agility
More About Coach Joe
I have coached individual sessions and small groups with players ranging between 5 years old and 16 years old. I have experience with both boys and girls. I worked in my hometown, Havertown, Pennsylvania, over the summers.
Columbia University (2024): Played in every minute of every game at Center Back as a sophomore.
University of Maryland (2023): Played in 10 matches, earning two starts as a freshman
FC Delco (Club Team): 2022 MLS Next Cup Best XI selection ... 2023 MLS Next Player of the Day ... U19 MLS Next Cup Finalist ... U17 MLS Next Cup Semifinalist ...
Shipley (High School Team): 2022 High School All-American ... Two-time league champion and two-time state semifinalist ... Named the All-American Game East Team MVP ... All-State selection ... 2022 Friends League First Team pick ... Southeastern PA Honors ...
Experience: Trained and trialed with Watford FC (U18), Finn Harps and Velez CF, Philadelphia Union II,
I do not have a specific routine for coaching because every player has different areas of their game that need to be worked on based on their strengths/weaknesses and their positions. In general, I have 4 main areas of focus:
1) Improve the weaknesses that are required of them in their desired position,
2) Improve their best attribute so it can separate them from other players (I believe every player should aim to have one "world-class trait," so if my player's strength is shooting, I will double down on that in hopes that it can eventually become their "world-class trait")
3) Improve my player's overall understanding of the game
4) I ensure that all my players enjoy the sessions so that they continue to desire to play soccer.
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Client Reviews
Tobias Esche - Columbia University Men's Soccer Assistant Coach (Testimonial)
Joe is a leader on the field who always puts his best effort into training and games. As a coach, I know he will demand that same intensity from his players when needed and also be very easy to work with. As much as he is a good player, he is a good guy who will want the best for his players.
Brian McDaid - Founder of BMD Soccer (Testimonial)
Joe’s coaching sessions reflect the way he plays—demanding, detail-oriented, and driven by an understanding of the game. His sessions are both enjoyable and challenging, pushing players to grow and improve. Joe ensures his players work at the same intensity they would in a game, preparing them to perform at their best when it matters most. If you’re looking to enhance your technical skills and build confidence during matches, Joe is one of the best coaches to work with.
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