Luke Collins
Brookhaven,GA
Summary
Seeking an opportunity to immerse in a professional club environment that prioritizes the development of academy youth soccer talent. Eager to be part of a team of like-minded coaches with a player-centered philosophy, dedicated to growing the club to its full potential.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Oglethorpe University Reserve Team Assistant Coach & Individual Training Coach
Oglethorpe University
01.2015 - Current
- Assistant the head coach as required in the planning a preparing of weekly training session for team.
- Provide input into squad selection and talent identification in Atlanta area
- On field team coaching and training
- Preparation and delivery of set pieces
- Prepare individual program for players; technically, tactically
- Primary duties include on-field coaching, assisting with game day operations, assisting with a junior varsity program, and maintaining positive public relations for the athletic department
- Knowing and abiding by all University, NCAA, and Southern Athletic Association rules and regulations; coaching; assisting with practice and game plans; recruiting; monitoring scholar-athlete academic progress; and scheduling
Director of Coaching Youth Soccer Club
United Futbol Academy Grassroots Inc.
01.2017 - Current
- Organized and supervised total sports and coaching program focusing on academy development .
- Supported execution of development program to retain and grow coaching staff.
- Guided and assisted coaches in writing training exercises for private youth coaching sessions.
- Verified that coaches in program attained full certification and licensure.
- Directed training, conditioning and performance of sports program and led and supervised coaches in efforts with assigned teams.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
Director of Technical Player Development
United Futbol Academy Grassroots Inc
01.2017 - Current
- Responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the football aspects of a club.
- Oversee the club’s operations including player recruitment, coach development, performance analysis, sport science and strategic planning.
- Responsible for developing and implementing long-term plans to ensure the club’s success both on and off the pitch, playing the long game to help the club plan for tomorrow, while taking care of today.
- Recruit, retain and assign Development and Competitive coaches;
- Build annual Technical Plan that aligns with the Club’s Strategic Plan and Values;
- Work closely with admin staff to maintain current files on players, coaches and staff;
- Provide on-going reporting regarding technical programs, resources and key metrics;
- Establish technical staff requirements to support programming;
- Recruit (as required) and retain qualified staff coaches;
- Conduct performance reviews, track progress of Performance Metrics throughout the year.
- Oversee coach training and mentorship, including the development and execution of coaching seminars and training sessions.
- Evaluate ongoing player development needs and issues;
- Build competitive and player development models
- Design programs to support the player development models.
- Program components are to include pre-season and in-season training for competitive players, and training camps;
- Develop and implement a player evaluation process that includes: written assessments, feedback to players and parents, and recommendations for individual development;
- Supervise the tryout process, ensuring that club policies are followed and that all players who participate are given an opportunity to demonstrate their skills.
- Experience hiring, managing, mentoring and motivating highly-qualified, elite coaching personnel. Experience managing technical budgets and associated cost management and reporting.
- Ability to align annual operating plans to broader club strategic plan.
- Strong communication skills and ability to convey technical planning to non technical stakeholders, including parents.
- Strong use of various software programs including: Sports Connect, GotSport, TeamSnap, Sports Affinity, Google Drive.
Georgia Soccer Olympic Program Position: Head Coach Program
US Youth Soccer
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Identify players of the highest caliber on a continuing and consistent basis which will lead to continued success for the US national team.
- Responsible for planning Training session to improve our player Technical, team shape tactical movement and decisions on the ball.
- Effectively directed coaching staff in cultivating a strong successful team.
UFA: AGC Academy Technical Skills Director
UFA Forysth
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Drafted, designed, implemented the Curriculum for the the Technical Skills Training program for U8 - U12 Academy Players
- Responsible for player selection at tryouts, training and development of hundreds of youth players
- Implemented an attacking possession orientated playing philosophy.
- Effectively coach and provide instructions to players during training and at games including implantation of game day strategies and tactics
- Manage Recovery sessions and physical conditioning of players.
- Provide both group and individual with video and verbal feedback to players.
- Evaluate and monitor the players technical, tactical, physiological, Psychological and social states during different phases of the season
Red Bulls USA MenHead Coach for the Copa Del Toro in Austria
Red Bull
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
- Enforced discipline both on and off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Assisted in recruitment and selection of additional coaching staff to establish strong and competent team.
Recreation Director
Forsyth Fusion Soccer Club
01.2005 - 12.2010
- Collaborated with players, coaches, board members in creating and implementing programs for players aged u4 to u18
- Drafted, designed, implemented and conducted the Curriculum for the the Jr academy program for U6 to U8 Players
- Established the Youth Development System for the Recreation Program
- Participated in training and development programs to maximize opportunities for youth player-development.
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
- Evaluated players' performance and provided constructive feedback to improve abilities.
- Engaged parents, players and staff to maintain open, constructive communications.
Henry County Soccer Association Position: Director of Player Development Academy and Select coach
01.2001 - 01.2005
Education
Coverer Coaching Youth Diploma
01.2012
“A” License -
United State Soccer Federation
01.2010
B.S. Psychology and Human Services -
Clayton College & State University
Atlanta, GA01.2002
Skills
- Mentoring abilities
- Training delivery
- Staff Development
- Stakeholder Management
- Conflict Resolution
Coaching Highlights
- Oglethorpe University, 2015 –Present, Reserve Team Assistant Coach & Individual Training Coach
- Georgia Olympic Development Program, 2015- Present, Head Coach 2003 Age Group
- Red Bulls USA Men team (2014 Austria), Head Coach for the Copa Del Toro in Austria
- 25 years coaching youth academy , select ,npl players
Playing Experience
- Georgia Perimeter College, 1999-2000, Named to the 2000 All Region team
- Clayton State University Men’s Soccer, 2001- 2002, Two Year Letter Winner at Clayton State
Experience
US Soccer Scout, Ufa Metro Atlanta Owner and Director of Youth Soccer Club, Club Level Soccer Coach, Coaching Educator, 501c3 Foundation Board Member, Ufa (2010-2016), Forsyth Fusion Soccer (2005 – 2010), Recreation Director, Henry County Soccer Association (2001 – 2005), Director of Player Development
References
- Jacob Daniel, Director of Coaching, 678-993-2109, jdaniel@georgiasoccer.org
- Alex Pineda Chacon, 2001 MLS MVP, 404-276-1105, lpineda40@bellsouth.com
- Iggy Moleka, Executive Director United Futbol Academy, 678-520-0688, iggymoleka@unitedfa.org
- Mikey Lynch, Academy Head Coach and Coordinator, 404-397-2520
- Jon Akin, Oglethrope University Head Soccer Coach, 678-612-1888, Jakin@oglethorpe.edu
Additional Information
Grew UFA Grassroots from 200 players to 800 plus
Managed 500-1500 youth players in Recreational Soccer
Managed 500-1000 academy youth players
Timeline
Director of Coaching Youth Soccer Club
United Futbol Academy Grassroots Inc.
01.2017 - Current
Director of Technical Player Development
United Futbol Academy Grassroots Inc
01.2017 - Current
Oglethorpe University Reserve Team Assistant Coach & Individual Training Coach
Oglethorpe University
01.2015 - Current
Georgia Soccer Olympic Program Position: Head Coach Program
US Youth Soccer
01.2015 - 01.2018
Red Bulls USA MenHead Coach for the Copa Del Toro in Austria
Red Bull
01.2014 - 01.2014
UFA: AGC Academy Technical Skills Director
UFA Forysth
01.2010 - 01.2016
Recreation Director
Forsyth Fusion Soccer Club
01.2005 - 12.2010
Henry County Soccer Association Position: Director of Player Development Academy and Select coach
01.2001 - 01.2005
Coverer Coaching Youth Diploma
“A” License -
United State Soccer Federation
B.S. Psychology and Human Services -
Clayton College & State University
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