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YSA COACHING STAFF
All YSA coaches and trainers are members of the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) and / or the United States Soccer Federation (USSF). They are encouraged and supported by YSA to pursue professional development and continuous learning opportunities, as well as participate in adult leagues. Many of our staff members also hold specialized certificates and diplomas such as National Coaching and Advanced Youth Diplomas. Staff members are fully insured and licensed by the State and National USSF offices. YSA is a Limited Liability Company and holds an additional liability insurance policy.
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Socrates (Soc) Nicolaidis
Soc is the Technical Director – Chelsea Metro Amateur Program. He is also the Owner and Founder of Youth Soccer Alliance, LLC where he serves as the Technical Director. In addition, Soc is the Director of Operations – FIA Sports Management… Technical Director – South Jersey United FC... Technical Director - Chelsea Metro Amateur Program. Soc was also recently named as the new Assistant Coach Women’s Soccer – Philadelphia University. Previously, Soc was the Assistant Coach – SJUFC WPSL team… Head Coach – SJUFC YPSL Women’s Team… Associate Women’s Head Coach – Camden Community College… Head Coach Women’s Soccer – Salem Community College… Technical Director – TBAA SC… Head Coach – NJ ODP U13 State team… Technical Director – Medford Strikers SC… Coach – Robina Raiders FC Gold Coast Premier League Seniors… Head Coach – Northcote City FC Seniors Division 1… Head Coach – Oakleigh FC Seniors Division 2… Assistant Coach – South Melbourne FC NSL Seniors… Head Coach – South Melbourne FC Youth & Colts. Over the past 25+ years, Soc has also served as the Head Coach of multiple boys and girls youth teams, advancing them to premier leagues, nationally recongized tournaments, collegiate competition and beyond.
Soc’s on field experience is highlighted by his first NSL Phillips league game at the age of 15 years and 360 days, the youngest player to ever play in the National League in Melbourne, Austrailia against Adelaide City Juventus coached by Zoran Matic. In addition, he played for South Melbourne FC Senior NSL team & Senior Division 2 Team… Oakleigh FC Seniors-Division 1… Yarravile Glory FC-Division 4… East Altona FC Division 3… Robina Raiders FC, Gold Coast Premier League… Medford Strikers SC State Amateur Division… Represented Victoria State Youth Team U14-U18… South Melbourne FC (Hellas) U12-U16 (Coached by the famous Chilean Youth Coach Oscar). The most notable accolades in his career include: five year starter for the Victorian Youth State Teams in the National Championships (U13-U18)… Soccer Scholarship awarded to Australian Institute of Sport Football Program… 6-year captain of South Melbourne FC Youth & Reserve Teams … Australian National U20 Youth Team Squad Representative… at age of sixteen named the U21 Team’s Most Valuable Player – South Melbourne FC.
Soc’s accreditations include: NSCAA & US Club Soccer- Director of Coaching Diploma; USSF National Youth License; Category “B” National USSF License; Category “A” Australia National Level “3” Certificate; and Category “B” Australian National Level “2” Certificate.
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Nick Juengert
Nick is the Head Coach of the Chelsea Metro Women's team of the WPSL and former Head Coach of the South Jersey United FC WPSL team. He is entering his eighth season as Head Coach women’s soccer at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey where he has led the Ospreys to three consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances plus back-to-back ECAC Metro titles. His teams have won 70 percent of their games.
Juengert became the head coach at Stockton following a six-year stint as an assistant men’s soccer coach at Rider University, where he helped guide the Broncs to a MAAC championships and earn NCAA Tournament berths. Prior to joining the Rider staff, Juengert was the head men’s coach at Burlington County College. In 1996, the Barons finished as the national runner-up and Juengert was named the NSCAA Junior College National Coach of the Year, Region XIX Coach of the Year and Garden State Athletic Conference Coach of the Year.
Juengert also completed assistant coaching stints at Burlington Community College, State University of New York (SUNY) New Paltz and Willingboro High School, and he has worked with the New Jersey Olympic Development Program and the Medford Strikers. As a player, Juengert earned two letters apiece in soccer at Burlington County College and Rutgers University. He possesses a bachelor’s degree in physical education and sports management from Rutgers.
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Martin (Woody) Wood
A graduate of the York St. John College, University of Leeds where he earned a degree in Sport Studies and Physical Education and was a two year captain of the First Team. Previously, Martin played for The Priory School and Kent District. He also trained with the Millwall Football club and played semi-professional football with Swanley Furness FC. A native of Kent, England, Martin’s coaching career includes being a member of the staff of the Colorado Rapids of the MLS; the Arc Sports Development, England; and multiple youth organizations. He has also served as a Player Development Officer for the New York Metrostars of the MLS and the New York Red Bulls of the MLS. In addition he served as a Sports Science Lecturer at The F.A. in England.
Martin holds a USSF and UEFA licenses, Football Psychology and FA Coaching certificates and a CSLA. He has coached competitive youth soccer at multiple clubs, exposing his teams to premier leagues and nationally recognized tournaments.
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Tony Buchler
A former player at Rider college (now Rider University), Tony also played for New Jersey Americans / Reserves of the ASL, German-American Kickers 1st Team / GSSL, Abruzzi SC Select/NY / Regional Men’s Super League and Extension SC / NJ Men’s State Cup Champ & Open Cup Team. He has a broad range of experience in soccer that includes: ODP staff member, club Board member, College Scout and Author – So You Want To Play College Soccer. Tony holds a USSF license. He has coached boys and girls competitive youth soccer at multiple clubs, exposing his teams to premier leagues and nationally recognized tournaments.
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Neil Condon
A graduate of the University of Saint Francis where he earned a degree in Business and played for the Fighting Saints (NCAA DI). Neil is a Scholar-Athlete and Dean's List student, was a four year starter and twice earned All-American Honors. A native of Brisbane, Australia, Neil had a standout career including: Australian National Youth Team; Asian Cup in Japan; and South American tour of Brazil. More recently, Neil completed a Master of Political Science at Lock Haven University. Neil holds a USSF license, NSCAA diplomas and is a certified NSCAA Coaching Instructor. He has coached at the college DII and DIII levels and well as competitive youth soccer within ODP Programs and at multiple clubs, exposing his teams to premier leagues and nationally recognized tournaments.
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Salvador (Salvy) Baldino
A graduate of Wingate University where he played for the Bulldogs (NCAA DII). He is a product of Princeton Soccer Association and played under current Princeton University Men’s Soccer Head Coach, Jim Barlow. More recently he served as the General Manager of the New Jersey Wildcats, a USL W-League team. He has been a member of the Princeton High School varsity coaching staff for six years and won a Group III state championship. Salvy holds a USSF license, NSCAA diplomas and is CPR/AED/First Aid certified. He has coached competitive youth soccer at multiple clubs, exposing his teams to premier leagues and nationally recognized tournaments.
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Noel Niederkorn
A graduate of Drexel University where she played for the Dragons (NCAA DI). Noel is 5th on the all time list of games played for the Dragons. Previously, she was a product of the Medford Strikers and Paul IV High School soccer programs. She is currently a teacher and holds a USSF license. She has coached competitive youth soccer at multiple clubs, exposing his teams to premier leagues and nationally recognized tournaments.
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Bill Rizzo
A graduate of Neumann University and Elizabethtown College, Bill holds a Master of Science Degree in Sports Management. He had the distinction of being a member of the Cougars when they captured the Middle Atlantic Conference Championship. Previously, he was a member of the ODP Pool and an All-State honoree. Bill remains active in the sport and currently competes for Berlin FC within the South Jersey Adult Soccer League.
Bill holds several NSCAA and USSF diplomas and is affiliated with the United States Youth Soccer Coaches Connection and the International Sports Sciences Association. He is currently completing a certificate in Collegiate Compliance and has coached in multiple environments including teams, camps, and clinics.
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Peter Cundo
A native of Itay, Peter played amateur club soccer for the notable Walt Chyzowych, who helped shape soccer in America when he served as US National Team and Olympic Coach and as Director of Coaching for US Soccer. Previously, Peter played at Bishop Newmann High School and was named All-Catholic, All-State and Second Team All-American. He began his soccer career in Italian Regional Soccer.
Peter holds a USSF license, NSCAA diplomas including Professional Development Certificate "College Coach" and Youth II, and an ICA membership. He has coached competitive youth soccer at multiple clubs, exposing his teams to premier leagues and competitive tournaments.
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Ryan Van Osten
A graduate of the Rutgers University-Camden where he earned a degree in History and played for the Scarlet Raptors (NCAA DIII). Ryan currently works as a Teacher's Assistant for students with learning disabilities. He holds a USSF license and has coached competitive youth soccer at multiple clubs, exposing his teams to premier leagues and nationally recognized tournaments.
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Jason Allen
Bio coming soon.
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Evan Myers
Bio coming soon.
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George Dunbar
Bio coming soon.
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John Deangelis
Bio coming soon.
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