ZINEGNAW MEKONNEN
Reston,VA
Summary
Organized and passionate youth soccer coach with skills in communication, athleticism, and instruction. Knowledgeable in game planning, practice drill implementation, and injury prevention. Collaborates with coaching staff to develop athletic programs that include sportsmanship, mentorship, personal growth, and character building.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Travel Soccer Coach
Sterling Soccer
03.2024 - Current
- Established a positive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, collaboration, and respect among players.
- Increased overall team fitness levels through structured strength and conditioning programs designed specifically for soccer athletes.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians to maintain open lines of communication regarding player progress and expectations.
- Boosted player development through personalized coaching, skill assessments, and individualized feedback.
- Promoted a growth mindset among players by emphasizing personal development goals alongside team objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of player statistics, tracking individual progress throughout each season.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
Head Coach and Team Manager
ETHIO F.C
01.2017 - Current
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Analyzed and evaluated team performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
- Analyzed and adjusted team strategies during games to enable flexibility and maximize success.
- Improved overall team morale with effective motivational techniques like reward programs, recognition events, and transparent communication practices.
Assistant Travel Coach
Spring Field Soccer
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Assisted in creating and executing practice plans for athletes to help reach highest potential.
- Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
Head Boys Soccer Coach
Great Falls Reston Soccer Association
04.2010 - 06.2017
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
- Maintained player safety through careful practice and game supervision.
- Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF COMMERCE
ADDIS ABABAB06.2004
Skills
- Physical Fitness
- Technical knowledge
- Motivational Abilities
- Game Analysis
- Tactical knowledge
- Individualized Coaching
- Player evaluations
- Player development
- Match preparation
- Exercise planning
- Seasonal planning
- Team Training
Certification
- USSF NATIONAL D LICENCE
- UNITED SOCCER COACHES ADVANCED REGIONAL DEPLOMA
- UNITED SOCCER COACHES SPECIAL TOPICS DEPLOMA
- UNITED SOCCER COACHES 11 V 11 FORMATIONS AND SYSTEMS OF PLAY
- UNITED SOCCER COACHES FOUNDATIONS OF COACHING DIPLOMA
- ICA BRONZE CERTIFICAT AND ICA FITENESS AND CONDITIONING CERTIFICAT
- CPR
- SAFE SPORT CERTIFICATE
Timeline
Head Travel Soccer Coach
Sterling Soccer
03.2024 - Current
Assistant Travel Coach
Spring Field Soccer
08.2023 - 02.2024
Head Coach and Team Manager
ETHIO F.C
01.2017 - Current
Head Boys Soccer Coach
Great Falls Reston Soccer Association
04.2010 - 06.2017
Associate of Science - Accounting
ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF COMMERCE
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