Youssef Kobach
Pickens,SC
Summary
Dynamic youth soccer coach with a proven track record at Pickens Recreational Department, excelling in player development and individualized coaching. Skilled in performance analysis and fostering community involvement, I enhance team morale and promote physical fitness through tailored training sessions and constructive feedback, ensuring a positive and engaging environment for all athletes. Being assistant coach on the sidelines helped me build the patience of learning from seasoned coaches. Including a C license coach. I’ve coached all age groups starting from U8 and all the way up to U16.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Soccer Coach
Pickens Recreational Department
Pickens, SC
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed strong communication channels with parents, providing regular updates on player progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Provided mentorship to players, fostering personal growth alongside athletic development through guidance on topics such as leadership, teamwork, and discipline.
- Provided constructive feedback to players on their performance, focusing on areas for improvement while also acknowledging strengths and progress made.
- Streamlined practice schedules and drills for increased efficiency in skill development and time management.
- Ensured player safety by enforcing proper protective gear requirements and monitoring field conditions before each practice or game.
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Adapted coaching style based on individual learning styles of players by employing differentiated instruction methods when needed.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, resources, or ideas for mutual improvement across all teams within the program.
- Boosted team morale and unity through regular team-building activities and collaborative goal-setting sessions.
- Improved player fitness levels by incorporating conditioning exercises into daily practice routines.
Assistant Soccer Coach
Summit Soccer in Dacusville
Pickens, SC
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Facilitated communication among players, parents, and coaching staff to foster a collaborative environment.
- Organized team-building activities to enhance camaraderie and promote a positive team culture.
- Monitored player attendance and commitment levels, addressing concerns with appropriate interventions.
- Contributed to the development of game strategies by researching opponent tactics and strengths.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Enhanced player skills by providing personalized coaching and feedback during one-on-one sessions.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Assisted head coach in designing practice sessions, focusing on individual player development and overall team improvement.
- Developed strong rapport with players through consistent encouragement, mentoring, and constructive criticism.
Assistant Soccer Coach
Pickens High School
Pickens, SC
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Assisted in developing training plans for athletes, focusing on skill enhancement and teamwork.
- Provided guidance during practice sessions, ensuring adherence to game strategies and techniques.
- Supported head coach in analyzing player performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Coordinated team logistics, including scheduling practices and managing travel arrangements for competitions.
- Supported head coach in administrative tasks such as scheduling practices, organizing travel arrangements, and managing equipment inventory.
- Increased player endurance by incorporating strength conditioning exercises into training sessions.
- Implemented new drills to focus on specific skill sets required for various positions within the team structure.
Youth Soccer Coach
YMCA Pickens
Pickens, SC
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Developed training sessions that enhanced players' technical skills and tactical understanding.
- Fostered positive team dynamics through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Evaluated individual player performance to tailor coaching methods for skill improvement.
- Organized and led practice sessions, ensuring engagement and participation from all team members.
- Collaborated with parents to provide updates on player progress and address concerns effectively.
- Implemented age-appropriate drills that promoted teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship among youth participants.
- Monitored safety protocols during practices and games to ensure a secure environment for all players.
- Mentored assistant coaches in developing their coaching techniques and managing group dynamics effectively.
- Promoted good sportsmanship and fostered a positive team environment by modeling respectful behavior both on and off the field.
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pickens High School
Pickens, SC05.2020
Skills
- Constructive feedback
- Motivational skills
- Community involvement
- Parental engagement
- Physical fitness
- Individualized coaching
- Session planning
- Sports psychology
- Game strategy
- Performance analysis
- Soccer-specific conditioning
- Player development
- Strong leadership
Certification
Grassroots soccer license
Timeline
Youth Soccer Coach
Pickens Recreational Department
04.2026 - 05.2026
Assistant Soccer Coach
Summit Soccer in Dacusville
03.2024 - 07.2024
Assistant Soccer Coach
Pickens High School
03.2021 - 05.2021
Youth Soccer Coach
YMCA Pickens
03.2021 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Pickens High School