Coach Recruitment & Retention

The Key Success Factors for Youth Sports Clubs

Watch Sprocket Sports' recent webinar on the key factors in hiring, developing and retaining top coaches so that your club can flourish.

Speakers:

Connor Marino | Director of Coaching, NLSA Surf, NJ

Connor Marino is the Director of Coaching at Next Level Soccer Academy Surf in New Jersey. Marino is a former D1 college player, and college coach. In addition to his DOC role, he is also the ECNL-RL Director and leads the continued coach education pathway at the club. As a member of the first ever NLSA team, Connor is committed to creating a culture of connection and chemistry among his coaches and maintaining the club’s well-established core values. 

Ruben Vloedgraven | Director of Coaching, Westfield Soccer Association, NJ

Ruben Vloedgraven is the Director of Coaching at Westfield Soccer Association in New Jersey. Vloedgraven is an experienced USSF A licensed coach with both US and international coaching credentials. Since moving to the US, he has coached for several clubs throughout New Jersey. With a bachelor's degree in Education, Vloedgraven is passionate about the learning process and how best to interact with players and coaches to maximize their potential.

Joe Champion | Business Development, Sprocket Sports

Joe spent 15 years as a coach and DOC with El Dorado Hills SC in Northern California. During this time, he also ran a small business providing soccer services and consultancy to local organizations. Joe holds several coaching licenses, including his USSF A License certification and continues to coach in San Diego.

Moderator: John O'Sullivan | Founder, Changing the Game Project