Grayslake Galaxy Soccer Club

My coaching philosophy is that there should be the opportunity for all children to participate in the sport no matter what age they are or background they come from. The advantages that children can gain from taking part in soccer are numerous. Soccer cannot only keep children physically fit and healthy but can also help children to develop important social skills. Not every child will progress to be professionals but with the proper coaching and guidance many can go on to enjoy the excitement and entertainment that soccer brings throughout their life.

• USSF National C License
• USSF National Y License (Youth)
• NSCAA Advanced National Diploma
• NSCAA Director Of Coaching Diploma
• NSCAA National Diploma
• NSCAA Goalkeeping Level I Diploma
• BA (Hons) Sport Studies
• SFA Early Touches Certificate
• SFA Coaching Young Footballers Certificate
• NCF Motivation and Mental Toughness
• NCF Coaching Methods and Communication
• Register of Exercise Professionals Level 3
• YMCA Nutrition and Weight Management Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

2010-Present Director Of Coaching, Grayslake Galaxy Soccer Club

• U13 Girls Green Spring 2011 IWSL U12BN Division Champions
• U13 Girls Green Winter YISL Indoor Soccer Champions
• U12 Boys Green Fall 2010 YSSL Division 7 Champions
• U13 Girls Green Spring 2010 "Lakers Classic Tournament" U13 Girls White Division Champions

2008-2009 Head Coach, Grayslake Galaxy Soccer Club

• U13 Girls White Fall 2009 IWSL DN Division Champions
• U13 Girls White Fall 2009 "Barrington Classic Tournament" U13 Girls White Division Champions
• U12 Girls Green Spring 2009 IWSL U12CE Division Champions
• U9 Boys Green Spring 2009 YSSL Blue 3 Division Champions
• U9 Boys Green Fall 2008 YSSL Blue 3 Division Champions

2005 - 2008: Community Coach - Edinburgh Council
2002 - 2005: Head Coach/Captain – University of Stirling 3rd/4th XI
2001 - 2005: Community Coach – Stirling CouncilSummer
2003: Camp Co-ordinator – MLS Camps (Colorado/Wyoming)
1999 - 2001: Volunteer Community Coach – Scottish Football Association
Summer 2000: Volunteer Liaison Officer for England Girls U17 squad
 

2005 - 2008: Seaforth Highlanders F.C
2004 - 2005: University of Stirling BUSA 2nd XI, University of Stirling Caledonian XI
2003 - 2004: University of Stirling BUSA 3rd XI (Captain), University of Stirling District XI
2002 - 2001: University of Stirling BUSA 4th XI (Captain), University of Stirling District XI
2001 - 2002: University of Stirling Freshman XI, University of Stirling BUSA 4th XI

• Completed Chicago Marathon (October 2011)
• Completed Chicago Marathon (October 2009)
• Completed Edinburgh Marathon (May 2008)
• 2001 - 2005: One of a select group of players to represent every team at University of Stirling

Dumfries, Scotland