Brian is the Head Men’s Soccer Coach with SUNY Delhi, located in Delhi, New York, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss how we met during convention but actually met while playing against each other in college, his experience as a multi-sport athlete in college, the emotions of getting that first collegiate win as a coach, and some important lessons learned from his mentors.

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0:25 background in soccer and current role

2:10 Brian’s decision to play at Skidmore as opposed to other Liberty League schools

3:20 ability to manage the college load and social aspect while being a 2-sport athlete

5:00 instead of playing club, Brian did a lot of ID camps

6:55 the moment realizing he wanted to become a coach

7:55 the emotions of the first collegiate win

10:30 transitioning from coaching at Bard to University of Vermont

11:35 deepening his soccer knowledge at UVM

14:55 the difference between being the best in your league vs. the best in playoffs

16:50 key lessons learned from mentors

18:20 value in staying connected through email and social media

19:50 how Brian’s program helps players develop their character

22:25 training during the winter months in New York

24:15 thoughts on the United Soccer Coaches’ 30 Under 30 Program

26:00 the in-person vs. online format of coach education

28:00 the beginning of Unleashed Soccer Training

29:35 looking forward to upcoming tasks 2020

30:55 final three coached points

34:05 one piece of advice for any coach

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