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Csaba
Feher
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Director of Coaching and Player Development
USSF A License
USSF National Youth License
Region 1 ODP Staff Coach |
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As a native of Budapest, Hungary, I played semi professionally
in Hungary and Austria. In the US I have over twenty years of
coaching experience in various levels, from travel through club,
and high school to ODP. I also coached and directed several
youth organizations, served as the Director of Youth Development
at the Riverhounds FC, and as license course instructor, ODP
staff coach, and interim DOC at PA West. I was also the founder
and player/manager of Brushcreek Blast men's team. I still play
in the over 30 and over 40 leagues.
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my early years in Hungary, beside the time I spent at my beloved
soccer academy as a youngster, the greatest influence on my
player development was the never-ending pick up games on the
streets, and parks of Budapest. In our eyes those games were
“world cup finals”. Playing them day after day gave us tremendous
exposure, experience, and knowledge of the game. Hence, I create
a similarly challenging and fun atmosphere on my training sessions
at all times. I believe that letting the players express themselves
within their own games is as critical as teaching them the right
techniques to execute all the trickeries.
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Jerry Donahue
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Staff Coach
USSF D License
USSF National Youth License |
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I
have been involved with soccer since 1983. This included time
playing for my high school, as well as for local clubs. From
1985-1988 I was voted MVP and to the All-Conference Team. After
graduation, I spent time coaching my high school team. I continued
to play in a men's Over 30 League. I was also honored by US
Youth Soccer to be named “Coach of the Month” in September,
2007. I also serve as Director of Youth Development for BCSA.
As a coach it brings me great joy to watch kids develop into
their own as they progress and develop in the sport. I believe
the key to a player's success is to provide a fun atmosphere
for them. This allows the players to develop not only their
skills, but also their love for the game. It is also crucial
that coaches simply facilitate a fun environment that is conducive
to learning. This allows them the freedom to express themselves
and to develop their individual style of play.
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Stephan Fatschel
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Staff Coach
USSF C License
USSF National Youth License |
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Growing
up among German immigrants in Chicago , soccer became
a passion for me at an early age. Street and pick-up soccer
with players of all ages and nationalities dominated most of
my youth and adult soccer. I believe unstructured low pressure
play is a key ingredient in developing life long passion for
the game.
I was fortunate to earn a scholarship to play at Western Michigan
University amongst players from the MAC and Big 10 conferences.
I also played with several amateur and semi-professional clubs
including SpVgg Monsheim (Germany), Kalamazoo Kangaroos (AISA),
Mavericks (Midwest Soccer Alliance), Schwaben AC (Chicago) and
most recently Beadling SC 0ver 40.
I have been coaching youth soccer for 8 years including at
the North Stars SC youth academy and at the Chartiers Valley
middle school. I am also active coaching several youth Futsal
and 3v3 teams.
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Luis Fernandez
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Staff Coach
USSF D License
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I
grew up in Lima, Peru where I played division I and division
II professional soccer. Growing up I would wake up every morning
and spend my days playing street soccer, in a soccer mad
nation, where soccer (Futbol) is "religion". A big
break came for me at the age of 12 when I tried out for the
youth team of a professional club, "Arica FC"; amazingly,
I made the team. There I was able to fine tune my technical
and tactical skills. Playing against the other top professional
teams was exciting. I waited for every game with a passion
and thinking about all the beautiful things that I
could do; bring my A game and have fun. I don't
remember that pressure existed in those days, since my focus
was to excel and have fun. The soccer revolution for my country
and me personally started in the 70's when Peru qualified for
the World Cup for the first time. Growing up in such an environment
I lived, dreamed and breathed soccer.
I came to the USA in 1982. I married a girl from Zelienople,
PA and have three beautiful daughters. I played soccer in the
Premier League in the Pittsburgh area. I have also coached
Travel and Cup soccer with all ages of Boys and Girls.
Soccer is a fun game that teaches players to pursue goals individually
and as a team. That is one of the reasons why soccer is
good for life in general. My philosophy of coaching is that every
child needs confidence, good values given by their elders and
a soccer ball to have fun. This is a good and healthy way to
grow up both physically and spiritually.
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Vince Schmidt
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Staff Coach
D License
NSCAA National Diploma
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I
was introduced to the game soccer when I was 12 and instantly
fell in love with the game. My favorite player growing up
was Karl-Heinz Rummenigge from the German national team who helped
lead Germany to the 1980 European Championship and the runner-up
against Italy in the 1982 world cup final. I could always
be seen with a ball juggling, shooting or practicing my skills
rain or shine inside or outside. I do remember a few items
at home that ran into my ball, so I would not encourage the kids
to play near a chandelier. I still play in over 30 and over
40 Premier Division in the Pittsburgh Master's Soccer League.
I have been coaching for about 10 years at the travel and club
level and currently hold a D License. I am continually
learning by watching the game, attending seminars, reading and
exchanging ideas with my peers. The game of soccer is
unique to other sports in the fact that the players need to
make decisions on the fly which allows for a creative side.
As a coach we must be teachers, role models and motivators to
help extract the most out of each player. I feel the players
should be encouraged to try new things and not be afraid to
make mistakes so over time they can develop a confidence with
the ball on the field. I strive for my training sessions
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David Martz
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Staff Coach
D License
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I
am a graduate of Moon High School and played 4 years (3 WPIAL
Championship and PIAA runners up). I have been involved in soccer
for over 20 years in both coaching and playing. I currently play
for the Heidelberg Over 30 team.
My philosophy is to create an environment where young players
learn to play and enjoy the game of soccer. Winning is important,
however, not as important as the continuous improvement in playing
the game. Having fun is an important ingredient in mastering
soccer techniques and skills. Together with discipline and
camaraderie I believe we can be a winning team. |
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Gus Negrette
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Staff Coach
USSF D License
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I
was born in Uruguay but grew up in Toronto Canada. As a child
soccer was a part of my life every day from playing street soccer,
to watching my brother play in several semi-pro teams. I started
playing at age six and continued until college. Beside my brother
my father was also strongly involved in soccer. One of his roles
was being the Latin American Director for the Toronto Blizzard.
This provided me with a high level of exposure and great opportunities.
When I was 15 I was able to travel across Canada with Argentine
Juniors, a first division team. I was even able to monitor and
play with players such as Hugo Maradona (brother of Diego Maradona).
At 17 I got to meet Zico and the whole Flamengo soccer team.
At 18 I was an up and coming recruit for the North York Strikers,
an NSL team in Toronto Canada. Since then I have played in several
recreational leagues.
My coaching career started 10 years ago in PA. I coached many
teams in all age groups from U6 to HS Varsity. I was the Knoch
Varsity soccer coach for two years, taking Knoch to the playoffs
for the first time in their history. I currently hold a D license.
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