Chris Smith

Coaching Philosophy:
Build an environment where young players can compete, be motivated, and play without fear; where technical creativity is promoted, and a balance reached between fundamentals, tactics, accountability, and fun. Share and instill a love of the game. Run for yourself > Run for your mates.
Coaching Experience/Accomplishments:
· Arlington Soccer Association Head Coach since 2002 (1993 girls, 1996 girls, 2000 girls, 1996 boys, 1997 boys, 1998 boys, 1999 boys, 2000 boys)
· Virginia Youth Soccer Association (VYSA) Olympic Development Program (ODP) Staff 2006-present
· Port Washington Soccer Club 1989-1991 Trainer (1980 boys)
· Arlington Soccer - Travel Coach of the Year, 2006-2007
· Region I Championships - 2012 (1999 Boys – Eagles Red)
· Virginia State Cup Championships - 2015 (1998 Boys – Attack Red), 2013 (1996 Boys – Strikers Red), 2012 (1999 Boys – Eagles Red)
· Region I Colonial League Championship - 2012 (1996 Boys)
· Several current and former players selected into ODP VA State, Region I, and National (U14, U16, U18) pools
· Several former boys and girls players playing college soccer (D1, D2, D3)
· Several premier elite tournament trophies (inc: Disney, Potomac, CASL, OBGC, ASIST, EDP, Annandale, Jefferson Cup, Delco)
Coaching Licenses:
· USSF B License
· USSF C License
· USSF D License
· USSF F License
· USSF Y (Youth)
· NSCAA National Diploma
· NSCAA Advanced Regional Diploma
· NSCAA National Youth Diploma
Playing Experience/Honors/Awards:
· NCAA National Champion - Williams College (MA), 1995; NCAA Elite 8, 1996; Assist leader 1997
· Universidad de Valencia (Spain) - Starting attacking midfield, 1997
· NSCHSAA League Champion - Chaminade HS (NY), 1992; All league 1992,1993
· ODP—Region 1, Eastern New York, Long Island District, 1988-1993
· Eastern New York State Cup Champions - New Hyde Park Pumas, 1992
· Long Island Junior Soccer League (LIJSL) Division 1 Champions - New Hyde Park Pumas