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:
John Kerr* - www.goduke.com
Head Coach Duke University Men’s Soccer
Duke University Coach John Kerr 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.
Pedro Acosta*
Former Venezuelan National Team Captain
15-year Professional Soccer Player
Pedro joins FPI for the second summer in a row. 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 introduces 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 comes to America! The “Beckham” of Norway, Frode brings his years of professional playing and coaching experience stateside for the first time. A former teammate of FPI Director Adam Skumawitz, Frode is excited to see the level of American players as compared to those he works with in Norway. Frode hopes to identify talent that he can recommend for trial in the Norwegian Premier League. Frode will be working with both the Youngers and Olders camps and we are thrilled to have him on board.
Carlos Gonzales*
WPSL Assistant Coach S.D. United
We are thrilled to have Carlos back for the second straight summer. As the Asst. Coach for SD United, a women’s semi-professional team in San Diego, Carlos works with some of the best female soccer talent in southern California. A graduate of USD and former NCAA Div. I soccer player, Carlos has been coaching youth soccer for over 10 years and is currently the Girls Director of Albion Soccer Club.
Rudolph Lawrence
NCAA Div. I Cornell University
Rudy becomes a two-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.
Brian Wood
Former European Professional Player
As a founding member of Football Proper, Brian is the most complete and technical staff member. Brian will demonstrate and display the technical expertise that earned him a professional playing contract at age 18. Brian has played professionally in both Europe and in the US. Brian served as the Assistant Coach for the Temecula Valley High School Undefeated CIF Champion Girls Soccer Team. Brian is currently a member of the FPI Soccer Tennis team and coordinates the various FPI Charity soccer clinic events in San Diego.
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 and Morcos Gonzales will be working at this year’s summer camps. FPI also staffs apprentice coaches for the summer who work with our younger players and assist our staff coaches. These coaches are: Aaron Coyle, Natalie Ducatenzeiler, Michael Farfan, Brittany Barr, Alex McLaughlin, Jose de la Rosa, Daniel de la Rosa, and Ana Lang.
*Coaches present for the 8/5-8/8 Summer Camp
For questions or to contact the FPI Summer Coaching Staff email online@footballproper.com
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