Lavante G.

I’ve worked extensively with elite level athletes, including top MLS Next players, MLS Next All-Stars, and even youth national team talents. I’ve trained them on multiple occasions, providing high-level, individualized feedback and corrections even on the subtle mistakes that elite players often overlook. My approach emphasizes both technical refinement and game intelligence which helps players sharpen their performance to meet professional standards.

While I’ve specialized in working with advanced players, I’ve also trained across a range of age groups and development levels. My experience spans training pre academy prospects to guiding players already in professional pipelines. I bring a strong understanding of what it takes to excel in high performance environments, and I tailor my training methods accordingly.

I’ve competed at some of the highest levels of youth soccer in North America. I played in the Generation Adidas Cup, where I faced top MLS academy teams from across the country as well as elite international clubs like PSV Eindhoven and Club América. In addition, I’ve participated in MLS NEXT Flex on multiple occasions and qualified for the MLS NEXT Cup, showcasing my ability to perform under pressure in highly competitive, nationally recognized tournaments.

These experiences have given me firsthand exposure to top tier competition, both domestically and internationally, and have shaped my understanding of what it takes to succeed at the highest levels of the game.

Each session I run is tailored to the player’s position, skill level, and individual goals. Before we train, I prefer to speak with the athlete or parent, if applicable, to understand specific areas they want to improve. This helps ensure the session is purposeful and aligned with the player's development needs.

I come fully prepared with my own equipment and a structured session plan. My sessions are high in intensity and focus, simulating game-like environments where players can build both sharp habits and mental discipline. I maintain a professional tone and pace, helping athletes develop the behaviors and mindset expected at top levels.

The foundation of every session is technique. I prioritize technical repetition clean first touch, ball control, passing under pressure, finishing, etc.