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KEVIN ARNOLD

Fridley,MN

Summary

Positive, and resourceful self-starter with the energy and drive to motivate team members, and develop their technique & Soccer knowledge. Commitment to cultivating hardworking and focused athletes and teams, with emphasis on teamwork, perseverance & Good sportsmanship. Strongly believe in empowering each player to reach their optimum athletic and personal success.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Club Soccer Coach

Minneapolis United
03.2017 - 07.2022
  • Coached MU Boys teams between the U12 - U17 age levels from 2018 to 2022 MYSA and TCSL
  • Successfully led teams to numerous tournament championship titles.
  • Led U14 boys team to TCSL state championship in 2020.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices and continuously improve overall program effectiveness.
  • Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
  • Achieved consistent winning records with tactical game plans tailored to each opponent''s style of play.

Club Soccer Coach

Manitou Soccer Club
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
  • Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about player progress, expectations, and upcoming events or changes within the program.
  • Improved team cohesion through regular team-building exercises and open communication channels among players.

JV Soccer Coach

Mounds View High School
07.2020 - Current
  • Worked as Junior Varsity coach for Mounds View Boys soccer and supported the Varsity team as an assistant coach, including the MN state championship team 2022 high school season.
  • Led the JVB team to a winning seasons over the past 4 years, including a 12-2-1 record in the 2023 season.
  • Achieved consistent winning records with tactical game plans tailored to each opponent''s style of play.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices and continuously improve overall program effectiveness.

Soccer Coach

UK International Soccer
  • Worked as a trainer assisting various AYSO coaches with developing their players & teams to compete during AYSO Region 33 soccer season.
  • Worked with coaches in the region with technical training, coaching approaches, & game strategy.
  • Motivated and encouraged Players to do their best during practices and games.
  • Coached kids aged from 6-16 years, in weekly AYSO soccer camps.
  • Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
  • Adopted soccer strategies and tactics to maximize team potential.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Evaluated players' performance and provided constructive feedback to improve abilities.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Minneapolis
06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

Howard University

Skills

  • Self-motivated
  • Health and wellness expert
  • Personable and friendly
  • In-depth knowledge of youth soccer
  • Game Strategy Development
  • Energetic personality
  • Played at Semi-pro level in the UK
  • 25 years playing experience, primarily in the UK and US
  • US Passport holder

Accomplishments

I have Worked as a club soccer coach for the past 5 years, working with Minneapolis United and White Bear soccer club. I have also worked as a JV soccer coach at Mounds View High School for the past 4 years. After relocating from the UK in 2012 I worked as a full-time soccer coach for UK International Soccer, coaching kids aged between 6-16, at various AYSO soccer camps across the Southwest U.S. and the Los Angeles area. During this time I coached and helped to develop a variety of coaches & players in AYSO region 33, which advanced a number of teams to the California AYSO state tournament.

Timeline

Club Soccer Coach

Manitou Soccer Club
03.2023 - 07.2023

JV Soccer Coach

Mounds View High School
07.2020 - Current

Club Soccer Coach

Minneapolis United
03.2017 - 07.2022

Soccer Coach

UK International Soccer

Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

Howard University

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