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Kevin Merkaj, Queen Creek, AZ Soccer Coach

Kevin Merkaj

Soccer

SILVER
22 reviews

Hi my name is Kevin Merkaj and I am a licensed UEFA coach. I currently hold a UEFA A diploma from the UEFA Coaching Convention. View all coaching experience

This coach is unavailable to take clients at this time.

Training Locations
Training Locations
  1. 19680 S 188th St, 19680 South 188th Street, Queen Creek, AZ

Coach is willing to travel up to 50 miles

  • Universiteti i Tiranës, Albania

  • 6 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Midfield, Goalkeeper, Forward, Defense

  • Throw-Ins, Shooting, Penalty Kicks, Passing, One-on-Ones, One-Touch, Heading, Goal Kicks, Free Kicks, First Touch, Dribbling, Crossing, Corner Kicks, Agility

Credentials

  • Universiteti i Tiranës, Albania

  • 6 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Midfield, Goalkeeper, Forward, Defense

  • Throw-Ins, Shooting, Penalty Kicks, Passing, One-on-Ones, One-Touch, Heading, Goal Kicks, Free Kicks, First Touch, Dribbling, Crossing, Corner Kicks, Agility

More About Coach Kevin

I hold a UEFA A diploma from the UEFA Coaching Convention in Europe. I have 8 years of coaching experience in Europe and USA , coaching ages U8-U17. I've worked with the academy of Valencia CF and Real Madrid and I own a youth soccer club called Scottsdale City FC.

I have played for 10 years in Europe till U19. I have played for the National team of Albania U15, U17 and U19. Have played in high competitive level but had to stop due to an injury.

I dont have a standard session.I am not the kind of coach that uses the same session for all the players.I like to see the player, study him, learn his strengths and weaknesses and then create a customized session specifically for that player. I focus on every aspect of a player, dribbling, passing, shooting, first touch, crossing, receiving, ball control, speed & agility, instinct, reaction, balance, coordination, footwork, and make sure young players reach their maximum potential and become the best version of themselves.

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Client Reviews

Great job assessing my son with constructive criticism and a game plan to get better. He was very patient and was ready for practice before we arrived and got right to work. Thanks again Coach for being so professional. Looking forward to our next work out.

Very good trainer

We’ve had several sessions with Coach Kevin and we’re super impressed! Coach Kevin is very professional and knowledgeable. My son has definitely improved in all areas and we plan on continuing our sessions. We highly recommend!

Coach Kevin is doing great working with my 11 year old. Holding him to a higher standard then his club coach does. Can't wait to see my son grow within these sessions.

Coach Kevin puts a lot of thought into the training sessions, specicfic to the players needs. He does not direct during each iteration of each exercise for correction; rather, he allows the players to self-adjust to find the right technique on their own. This, to me, allows for a higher level of learning. I've noticed some real growth with my young players applied directly to the game after working with Kevin through several sessions. Highly recommend.

In just a few sessions, I can see a huge difference my son’s confidence and performance in games. I highly recommend Kevin!

Great work with my daughter. Very encouraging and explained things well to her.

My son really enjoyed his session and looks forward to more practices and training.

Coach Kevin did an incredible job working with my son. His ability to create a challenging yet fun environment to train in is exactly what we were looking for. My son is already looking forward to his next session!

Coach Kevin was great. My daughter had a lot of fun and coach Kevin kept the session interesting with lots of different drills. Can’t wait to see how much she grows with his help.

Very professional. Great with my 9 year old.

Coach Kevin did a great job with my kid. I would definitely recommend him.

Great coach who takes training seriously.

Coach Kevin is awesome! My son loved him. He was very dedicated to the session and worked my son hard. Coach Kevin has a great knowledge of the game (he played at a VERY high level) and is an excellent trainer. As a former college soccer player myself, I can tell you that Coach Kevin really is as good as they come! Try him out, you will not be disappointed. I know we feel lucky to have found him!

A+ awesome

Kevin is a very knowledgeable soccer player and coach. He utilizes many different types of equipment for varied, high repetition drills. My 12 year old son enjoys his sessions and feels it has helped him in his game and I’ve seen a boost in his confidence!

Kevin is a really good soccer mentor for my 17 year old son. His drills bring out the best in skills and mindset.

Coach Kevin was great with my 8yr old son! After 3 sessions we can already see improvement. He makes it fun and keeps it different. He does lots of different drills, so he does not get bored. Absolutely wonderful!

Worked with my son and provided some good feedback on what he needed to do. I appreciate his honesty and my son has a starting point on what he needs to do to get on track

Coach Kevin is very thorough in evaluating your players strengths and weaknesses. I look forward to following through with his training schedule to make our daughter a better player.

If you are looking for a coach to take your child to the next level, Kevin is the coach. He will teach your child to learn correct footwork, positioning, and to pass no matter the age.
I would highly recommend him, give your child the gift of learning soccer.

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