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Football Proper prides itself in bringing in the very best coaches from around the world to work with our players. It is our mission to provide the absolute best learning environment for our players and the level of our summer camp coaching staff proves this. FPI Camp Directors Adam Skumawitz and Amber Young are proud to announce this summer’s coaching staff:
Rudolph Lawrence
Duke University Assistant Coach
Rudy becomes a four-time FPI Summer Camp coach this year. Traveling from North Carolina, Rudy specializes in working with elite youth soccer players both from a technical and tactical level of expertise developed as an NCAA Div. I Collegiate Soccer Player. Rudy has been a youth club coach in New York and has worked summer soccer camps for Old Dominion University for several years. Rudy is currently the Duke University Men's Soccer Assistant Coach.
Leighton O’Brien
We are thrilled to have Leighton join the FPI Summer Camp this year as he brings a wide array of coaching and playing experience to our staff. Currently, Leighton is the Director of Coaching for Greater Renton FC in Washington State. He played professional soccer both in the US and abroad in Sweden and also coached at the collegiate level at the University of San Diego.
Coaching Experience: USSF A License
2007 – 20010 Greater Renton FC Director of Coaching, Head Coach
2006 - Head Coach NWN GU14 & GU16
2005 - Head Coach Rayos, Head Coach Allegra, Head Coach FW Storm
2004 - Head Coach Phoenix, Head Coach FW Storm
2000 - Assistant Coach - University of San Diego Division 1, Head Coach GU11 San Diego Surf
Playing Experience:
2008 - Seattle Sounders USL Division 1
2007 - Seattle Sounders USL Division 1 - Champions
2006 - Seattle Sounders USL Division 1
2005 - Seattle Sounders A League - Champions, Real Salt Lake MLS
2004 - Bodens BBK Division 1 (Sweden)
2003 - Bodens BBK Division 1 (Sweden), MVP Nothern Sweden, Milwaukee Wave MISL
2002 - Seattle Sounders A League, MVP A League, Team Captain Milwaukee Wave MISL
2001 - Seattle Sounders A League, Sacramento Knights - Professional Indoor Soccer League
2000 - San Diego Flash A League
David Briefel
David will be joing the staff for the second summer in a row. Currently living in Brooklyn, NY, David played his college soccer with FPI Director Adam Skumawitz at NCAA Division I Cornell University. After college, David played in Chile before returning to the states to pursue a career in design. David’s knowledge of the game and experience at the youth, collegiate, and professional level will be shared with the kids again at this year’s camp.
John Kerr - www.goduke.com
Head Coach Duke University Men’s Soccer
Duke University Coach John Kerr attended camp in 2008 and will possibly join us this year. He will be looking to identify talent with the potential to play college soccer as well as impart the honest facts as to what it takes to play at the next level to the FPI Summer Camp players. Kerr, a 1987 graduate of Duke who captained the Blue Devils to the 1986 national championship, returns this fall to his alma mater following nine seasons as the head coach at Harvard. While with the Crimson, Kerr compiled a ledger of 81-57-13 while earning trips to the NCAA Tournament in his last two campaigns.
During his tenure at Harvard, Kerr produced 15 first team All-Ivy League selections, three Ivy League Rookie of the Year choices and two Ivy League Player of the Year picks. In addition, the Crimson led the nation in scoring in 2006 en route to the Ivy League championship.
In addition, Kerr has served as the coaching director of the F.C. Greater Boston soccer club since 2002 and is a current member of the U.S. Soccer Federation Coaching Staff.
While at Duke, Kerr was the national player of the year in 1986 as the Blue Devils went 18-5-1 and captured the school’s first national championship. A two-time first team All-ACC and All-America choice, Kerr finished his career with 42 goals and 43 assists for 127 points. Those totals rank fifth, second and third, respectively, all-time at Duke.
Kerr went on to play for the U.S. National Team, where he saw action in 17 matches and tallied two goals from 1984-95. He played professionally in England, Ireland, France, Canada and the United States. From 1996-98, Kerr played in Major League Soccer as a member of the Dallas Burn and New England Revolution. In 1998 and 1999, Kerr was a player and coach for the Boston Bulldogs of the professional A-league.
Kerr has coached at the youth, high school, collegiate and professional levels in both England and the United States and he joins the Football Proper Summer staff for the Olders week of camp.
Cadian C. Lawrence
Cadian joins the Football Proper Summer Camp Staff this year traveling from Atlanta, Georgia to work our top soccer talent. A former NCAA Division I soccer star for Campbell University, Cadian brings her unique blend of enthusiasm and inspiration to our players. We are thrilled to have such an experienced and qualified soccer coach on our staff.
Soccer Bio
-O’Fallon Township High School, Illinois:
-A two-time all-conference, all-area and all-sectional performer
-Led her team in scoring in both her junior and senior years
-Named OTHS Athlete of the Year for 2001
-O’Fallon Township High School Scholar-Athlete by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2001
-All-State cross country runner 2000
Campbell University College:
-Played NCAA Division I soccer at Campbell University for 4 years
-Led her team in scoring her senior year
-Named to the Atlantic Sun All-Conference Second team
-Atlantic Sun Conference Offensive Player of the Week
-2004 Atlantic Sun Conference Championship Team Member
-Selected to the Soccer Buzz National Elite Team of the Week in September 2004
-NCCSIA 2004 North Carolina All-State University Division Women’s Soccer Team Member
-NCAA Women’s College Cup Participant 2004
Stephanie Pulido
Stephanie returns for her second year coaching at the FPI Summer Camp. A 4-year starter for NCAA Division I Iowa University, Stephanie played at the highest level and continues to share the passion and love for the game with the kids she works with. She is the Assistant Coach for Temecula Valley High School Women’s Soccer. We are looking forward to another great summer with Stephanie!
Pedro Acosta
Former Venezuelan National Team Captain
15-year Professional Soccer Player
Pedro attended the FPI Summer Camp in 2007. The former captain of the Venezuelan National Team and 15-year soccer professional, Pedro brings a level of knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching the game of soccer rare to the summer camp scene. Pedro introduced FPI players to the highest level of South American training techniques and drills, pushing players to perform to the level of youth professionals. Pedro also runs his own player development academy in Venezuela and has coached at all levels in his home country, including the Venezuelan national team.
Frode Fagermo
Former Norwegian Premier League Player
Youth Director Aalesund Fotball Klubb
Frode coached the 2008 FPI Summer Camp. The “Beckham” of Norway, Frode brought his years of professional playing and coaching experience stateside for the first time. A former teammate of FPI Director Adam Skumawitz, Frode looked to identify talent that he can recommend for trial in the Norwegian Premier League. Frode worked with both the Youngers and Olders camps and we are hoping he returns for camp next year!
Carlos Gonzales
West Coast FC Coach
A graduate of USD and former NCAA Div. I soccer player, Carlos has been coaching youth soccer for over 10 years and is currently coaching for West Coast FC.
Lisa Misipeka
3-Time Olympian
Lisa directs the speed and agility portion of the FPI Summer Camps and is entering her third year in a row working with FPI players. Lisa Misipeka is one of the most accomplished, proven, successful speed coaches around. Her ability to relate to athletes is unmatched and her natural skills with motivation make the experience with her priceless. A 3-Time Olympian, 11-Time All-American, 3-Time NCAA Champion, and former NCAA Div. I Track and Field Coach, Lisa brings with her a most impressive resume. She is the best in the business and FPI Players benefit from each moment spent training with her.
Jeff Hornacek
Postural Solutions Director of Therapy
Jeff directs the flexibility and functional strength training components of the FPI Summer Camp. Having worked with professional athletes and Olympians, including Junior Seau, John Lynch, Kyle Boyer, Aaron Barret and Viper Volleyball to mention a few, Jeff is an expert at training the body to perform at its optimal level. During both weeks of camp, players will train with Jeff at the FIT Course where players are exposed to the necessary to become a complete athlete. For more information on Jeff and the training he will be providing FPI players go to www.posturalsolutions.com
In addition, FPI staff members Niko Acosta, Lily Rainey, Aaron Coyle, Alex McLaughlin and Brittany Barr will be working at this year’s summer camps.
For questions or to contact the FPI Summer Coaching Staff email online@footballproper.com
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