Volunteer soccer coach between 2011 and 2012 (U14/15 boys), Kootenay Rovers FC, in Cranbrook, BC.
Following the first season, I designed and implemented the first conditioning program for the boys through the fall and winter breaks. We went on to win the Sam Steele tournament (June 2012).
- I was part of a team that performed the pre-season fitness testing for Platinum Stars, a Premier Soccer League (PSL) club in South Africa for the 2008/2009 season.
- As a player, I have played soccer for over 15 years, including an invitation to play at provincial level at age 12. I played with the “Kinsmen” for the last 3 seasons in Cranbrook’s men’s league.
Certifications
- South African Football Association Coaching Course Certification
- British Columbia Soccer Association Coaching
- Endurance Events Periodization
- Sports Massage Application
- First Aid, CPR C and AED
- Canadian Society of Exercise Physiologists- Certified Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT).
I have channeled all my education, coaching and over 17 years of playing experience into the philosophy I am trying to share here- That only perfect practice makes perfect.
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Hello Tasher
ReplyDeleteI have been following your blog with great interest as you provide a plethora of knowledgable information for soccer players. My three boys play a high level of soccer and I started following your blog after one of my sons suffered a soccer related injury. Your blog has been very informative and always interesting. Thank you for sharing your expertise with through a public venue. I have a question about your conditioning program that you started with your soccer team (as mentioned in your "about" web page). Can you tell me if you wrote an article about the specifics of your conditioning program? My son, who was injured, suffered a pelvic stress fracture and has been nursing and rehabbing the injury for one year (it took that long for the bone to fully close up and heal. At this point, he is returning to the game that he LOVES with the help of a physical therapist and a personal trainer. However, I would like to know what type of conditioning program that you implemented with your soccer team to make them successful and relatively injury free. Is your program similar to the FIFA11 regimen? If you can share any information, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you! Soccer Mom in Seattle.
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ReplyDeletePlease send me your email address and I can send you the running soccer study of EPL vs Cham vs L1 players.
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Paul Bradley (paul.s.bradley@sunderland.ac.uk)
Absolutely agree! Cross training and general sports conditioning are essential for elite athletes nowadays. Starting with a functional movement screen is crucial to ensure a solid foundation for performance and injury prevention. Personal trainers Seattle can provide expert guidance on these aspects of training.
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