Experience as a player

I view the game through the lens of a former professional youth player, highly-certified tactician and experienced head-coach and Director.

Playing Background: Developed within the world-renowned youth-academy of SC Heerenveen (Netherlands). Who has a strong record of developing and cultivating top-talents e.g. Ruud van Nistelrooij, Hakim Ziyech and Michael Bradley.

My approach to tactical analysis isn't just theoretical—it’s forged at the highest levels of youth development and competitive play. I provide players and coaches with the blueprint to dominate their respective leagues, backed by an elite foundation of global and domestic certifications:

  • USSF A License: Representing the highest level of coaching certification in the United States, ensuring elite-level technical and tactical leadership.

  • UEFA C License: Providing a European perspective on player development and game understanding.

  • Tactalyse University License: A specialized certification in professional tactical analysis, focusing on individual player behavior and structural discipline.

A Proven Track Record of Success

I don’t just teach tactics. From the grassroots of New Jersey to the Elite academies of the MLS, my journey has been defined by structural discipline and historic milestones:

  • New York City FC (NYCFC): As the U14 Head Coach, I led the squad to a historic achievement—
    thefirst victory ever over Manchester City in the club’s history, alongside a hard-fought 3-3 draw against Liverpool and a 6 - 1 win over Leicester City during our trip to England.

  • SUSA Academy: Served as the Technical Lead, where I was responsible for overseeing the tactical direction and development standards for Elite Youth Players at the ECNL-level.

  • Metropolitan Oval (Met Oval): Spent five years as a Head Coach and Director in Queens, helping one of the nation's most historic academies expand their footprint in the Northeast.

  • NJ Premier: Began my U.S. coaching career by securing two State Cup Championships, proving that a solid tactical foundation provides the base for players to become high-performers.