Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Availability
Playing Experience
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ERROL MCFARLANE

ERROL MCFARLANE

Orange,USA

Summary

Ambitious soccer coach with a strong track record in player and coach development across multiple age groups. Expertise in designing and implementing comprehensive curricula that align with club philosophy, while fostering an engaging environment for student athletes. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and communication within multi-functional coaching teams.

Overview

1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

MLS2 Academy
Florham Park, New Jersey
11.2025 - Current

Leadership Responsibilities Key Accomplishments

Provide strategic leadership for the club's MLS2 Academy, overseeing all technical and operational aspects of player and coach development for U13–U19 teams.

  • Supervised and evaluated coaching staff through structured mentoring and performance reviews to enhance coaching standards.
  • Develop and implement club-wide curriculum aligned with long-term player development.
  • Oversee Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for academy players.
  • Direct player evaluations and talent identification initiatives.
  • Managed college showcase participation and player exposure opportunities, facilitating pathways for athlete recruitment.
  • Coordinate tournament rosters and competition planning.
  • Oversaw communication with coaches, players, and parents to ensure alignment and clarity in player development goals.
  • Ensure alignment with club philosophy and performance standards.
  • Leadership Responsibilities
  • Standardized player evaluation procedures across academy teams.
  • Implemented structured coach mentoring framework.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency through improved roster management systems.
  • Streamlined player development tracking using PlayMetrics and Kitman.
  • Improved communication between technical staff, players, and families.
  • Developed comprehensive seasonal curriculum for MLS2 Academy.

Chief Programs Officer/Director of Programs

Super Soccer Stars
Miami, Florida
07.2021 - 09.2025

Directed all soccer programming throughout South Florida while overseeing operations, staff development, curriculum implementation, and strategic growth initiatives.

Leadership Responsibilities
  • Directed hiring, onboarding, and staff development.
  • Oversaw program quality and coaching standards, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Developed coach education initiatives.
  • Designed annual curriculum for all age groups.
  • Established strategic partnerships with schools and community organizations to expand program outreach.
  • Managed operational planning across multiple locations.
  • Delivered leadership presentations at regional conferences.
  • Key Accomplishments
Key Accomplishments
  • Reduced employee turnover by 20% through enhanced onboarding.
  • Created club-wide coaching development framework.
  • Improved coaching quality through standardized evaluations.
  • Expanded organizational programming and community engagement.
  • Leadership Responsibilities

Coaching Manager

Soccer Stars United
Manhattan, New York
04.2015 - 05.2021
  • Devise, design and develop structured training schedules for 2 teams in line with club's philosophy and methods
  • Liaise with Board of Directors and Club Authorities on club tournaments and soccer camps
  • Establish effective player selection process and coordinate and oversee player try-outs for specific age groups
  • Plan, prepare and deliver age-appropriate structured training sessions within high-quality coaching program
  • Devise and implement tailored training sessions to enhance students technical, tactical, physical and mental attributes
  • Key Achievements: Multiple EDP Championships, 2017 Jefferson Cup Winner, 2019 National State Champions, 2019 Regionals Semi-Finalist

Skills

  • Player development
  • Coaching evaluation
  • Curriculum design
  • Talent identification
  • Operational management
  • Staff training

Certification

  • USSF A License, Candidate
  • USSF B License
  • USSF Instructor, Grassroots/D License
  • USC Director of Coaching Diploma

Accomplishments

  • Multiple EDP Championships
  • 2017 Jefferson Cup Winner
  • 2019 National State Champions
  • 2019 Regionals Semi-Finalist

Availability

References: Available upon request

Playing Experience

  • Al Nejmeh FC, Professional, 1991-2010
  • Fylkir FC, Professional, 1991-2010
  • Breidablik FC, Professional, 1991-2010
  • Guangzhou FC, Professional, 1991-2010
  • Al Mubarra FC, Professional, 1991-2010
  • Rochester Rhinos FC, Professional, 1991-2010
  • Trinidad & Tobago International Player, U14 - Senior Team Player, 1999-2001
  • Trinidad & Tobago International Player, Player, 2001
  • Trinidad & Tobago International Player, Player, 2003-2005
  • Trinidad & Tobago International Player, Player, 2005
  • Trinidad & Tobago International Player, Player, 2007-2009
  • Trinidad & Tobago International Player, Player, 2009-2010

Timeline

Director

MLS2 Academy
11.2025 - Current

Chief Programs Officer/Director of Programs

Super Soccer Stars
07.2021 - 09.2025

Coaching Manager

Soccer Stars United
04.2015 - 05.2021
ERROL MCFARLANE