Andy Kohel
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Spirited Head Soccer Coach committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach
Concordia College Moorhead, Men's Soccer
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment.
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Managed team budget to properly allocate for equipment, travel and other required elements of operation.
Staff Coach
Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
Head Coach - United States Developmental Academy
Colorado Rush Soccer Club
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
Head Coach - WI ODP 2005 Boys
Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Audio Technician
Free Lance – Sports Broadcasting
06.2022 - Current
- Experience working regular and post-season across MLS, MLB, NFL, NCAA, NHL, and PGA
- Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for broadcasts.
- Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
- Captured and recorded audio using standard field audio equipment.
Head Coach - USL League 2
St. Croix Legends
01.2023 - Current
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
Associate Sales Representative
SOUTHWEST SURGICAL
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed strong relationships with hospital leadership, staff, and surgeons for 20+ products.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
Head Coach
Johnson And Wales University, Men's Soccer
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Helped transition the men's soccer program from NAIA to NCAA Division III level.
- Achieved top athletic recruiter for multiple years which provided significant revenue for the university.
- Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and working in the local youth soccer market on a part-time basis.
- Monitored team members' academic performance to support consistent progress and commitment to education.
- Managed team budget to properly allocate for equipment, travel and other required elements of operation.
Assistant Coach
Colorado College, Men's Soccer
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
Assistant Coach
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Men’s Soccer
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05.2014
Skills
- Clinic Planning and Leadership
- Recruitment Management
- Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- Practice Planning and Management
- Athlete Support
- Motivational Leadership
- Community Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Athlete Recruitment
Accomplishments
- USSF ‘B’ License.
- Compiled an 89-28-20 record in 8 years as an Assistant Coach at the NCAA Division III level.
- Helped mentor 6 student-athletes to NSCAA All-American Honors.
- Helped guide 5 student-athletes to Scholar All-American Honors.
- Compiled an 52-16-11 record over 4 years as a collegiate player.
- 2011 NCAA Division III Final Four Participant.
Timeline
Head Coach - USL League 2
St. Croix Legends
01.2023 - Current
Audio Technician
Free Lance – Sports Broadcasting
06.2022 - Current
Head Coach
Concordia College Moorhead, Men's Soccer
06.2021 - 06.2022
Associate Sales Representative
SOUTHWEST SURGICAL
09.2020 - 06.2021
Staff Coach
Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club
01.2020 - 06.2022
Head Coach - United States Developmental Academy
Colorado Rush Soccer Club
01.2018 - 01.2019
Head Coach
Johnson And Wales University, Men's Soccer
01.2018 - 07.2020
Assistant Coach
Colorado College, Men's Soccer
01.2015 - 01.2018
Head Coach - WI ODP 2005 Boys
Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association
07.2014 - 07.2015
Assistant Coach
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Men’s Soccer
04.2012 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
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