Coaching Philosophy

I have always striven to become a better coach—not just for my personal growth, but to guide our players in their development and support our coaching staff on their own journeys. I believe it’s vital that our coaches continuously learn, grow, and refine their skills to create the best possible environment for our players.

I’m committed to instilling the values of the game the same values I would want for my own children values that reach far beyond the field and positively shape lives. My goal is for both players and coaches to never settle for the status quo, whether in training, competition, or performance. Every day presents an opportunity to grow, improve, and, most importantly, enjoy the beautiful game.

Current Roles

    •    2022–Present: Director of Coaching

    •    2014–Present: USL Youth Director, Arlington Soccer (formerly Super Y)

    •    2020–Present: ECNL Head Coach

    •    2006–Present: Senior Instructor, Arlington Soccer Camps & Clinics

Professional Education & Coaching Experience

    •    Master Coach & Leadership Diploma 

    •    NSCAA Advanced National Diploma

    •    USSF National Youth License

    •    NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma

    •    USC Performance Analysis Diploma

    •    NSCAA Special Topics Diploma: Key Elements of Organization, Management & Leadership

    •    20+ Years of Coaching Experience: Boys & Girls U9–U19

    •    2015–2021: Arlington Youth Director

    •    2018–2022: U7/U8 Futures Director, Arlington Soccer

    •    2019–2020: Head Coach, Girls Academy (GA) Teams

    •    2018–2019: Head Coach, U.S. Development Academy (DA) Teams

    •    2013–2014: Associate Director of Coaching

    •    2012–2015: ODP Coach (Olympic Development Program)

    •    2011–2013: U9–U12 Age Group Coordinator

    •    2006–2010: Travel Teams Head Coach

Top Coaching Awards

    •    2019: USYS Regional Coach of the Year

    •    2019: USYS National Finalist, Coach of the Year

    •    2018: VYSA Coach of the Year

    •    2017: George Towner Soccer Service Award, Arlington Soccer

    •    2012: Arlington “Connect with Kids” Champion of the Year

    •    2011: Arlington Travel Coach of the Year

Major Tournament & League Success

    •    USL National Champions: 2023, 2017

    •    State Cup Champions (Boys & Girls): 12 Titles

    •    State Cup Finalists: 6 Appearances

    •    Region I Champions: 3 Titles

    •    Region I Finalists: 4 Appearances

    •    National League Champion: 1 Title

    •    Helped graduate numerous players to NCAA Division I, II, and III programs

    •    Helped players reach higher levels including ODP, NTC (National Training Center), and multiple national teams at youth senior levels.

Playing Experience

    •    2002–2005: Enfidha Sport (Tunisia)

    •    1996–1999: Tunisian U21 National Team

    •    1995–2001: Sahel Regional Team (Tunisia)

    •    1993–2001: Monastir, Division 1 Professional Team (Tunisia)

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