David Critchley
St Louis,MO
Summary
Inspiring Coach bringing extensive experience in guiding and mentoring players to reach their maximum potential. Driven, enthusiastic, and high-achieving individual to continue to learn and grow. Passionate about mentoring players for their development on and off the field.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
U17 Head Coach
St. Louis City SC
04.2021 - Current
- Organized and led training sessions to increase individual and collective development.
- Led players for MLS Next and MLS Next Pro competitions and tournaments.
- Evaluated individual performance, and provide IDP planning for Top Talent individuals within the team.
- Developed team systems of play based on knowledge of opponent.
- Used previous games and team data to make informed decisions regarding team strategies.
Technical Director
Lou Fusz Athleitc
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Overseen the technical development of all players, coaches, support staff, and operational staff at Lou Fusz Athleitc.
- Developed, implemented, and executed a club wide curriculum for player and team development.
- Guided, coached, and lead age group directors, head coaches, assistant coaches, in club philosophy and principles.
- Collaborated with leadership staff to determine appropriate budgets for teams and platform's.
- Recruited high-caliber coaches, assistant coaches, support staff, and operational staff.
- Developed self-assessment and end of year assessment programs for full time staff members.
ECNL Director
Tulsa Soccer Club
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Coached 2/3 ECNL teams each season.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
Assistant Coach
Oklahoma Wesleyan University Athletics
06.2014 - 07.2016
- 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 performance, team strategies, and other decision-making areas.
Education
MBA - Marketing
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bartlesville, OK08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bartlesville, OK05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Lancaster And Morecambe University
Lancaster, England06.2011
Skills
- Game Strategy Planning/Systems of play
- Player Evaluations/Individual Development planning (IDP's)
- Opposition Scouting
- Motivational Leadership
Licenses:
- USSF A License
Timeline
U17 Head Coach
St. Louis City SC
04.2021 - Current
Technical Director
Lou Fusz Athleitc
04.2018 - 03.2021
ECNL Director
Tulsa Soccer Club
04.2016 - 04.2018
Assistant Coach
Oklahoma Wesleyan University Athletics
06.2014 - 07.2016
MBA - Marketing
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Lancaster And Morecambe University
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