Arlington Soccer Association: Rec, Teen & Travel soccer in Arlington, VA
Chris Smith
U14B Attack Royals (Head Coach), U14B Attack Red (Head Coach)

Coaching Philosophy 

Provide an environment that promotes technical creativity, and a balance among appropriate levels of fundamentals, tactics, accountability, and fun. Share and instill a love of the game. Run for yourself > Run for your mates.

Coaching Experience

•    Arlington Soccer 2002-present (1993 girls, 1996 girls, 1996 boys, 1997 boys, 1998 boys, 1999 boys, 2000 boys)
•    Virginia Youth Soccer Association (VYSA) Olympic Development Program (ODP) Staff 2006-present
•    Port Washington Soccer Club 1989-1991 Trainer (1980 boys) 

Coaching Licenses
USSF B License, USSF C License, USSF D License, USSF F License, USSF Y (Youth), NSCAA National Diploma, NSCAA Advanced Regional Diploma, NSCAA National Youth Diploma 

Top Coaching Accomplishments

•    Arlington Soccer—Travel Coach of the Year, 2006-2007
•    Several current and former players selected into VA State, Region I, and National ODP pools
•    Several former players playing college soccer
•    Several WAGS and NCSL Division 1 teams
•    Several premier elite tournament trophies
•    Region I Championships: 2012 (1999 Boys)
•    Virginia State Cup Championships: 2012 (1999 Boys, 1996 Boys)
•    Region I Colonial League Championships: 2012 (1996 Boys)

Playing Experience/Honors/Awards 

  • NCAA National Champion—Williams College (MA), 1995; NCAA Elite 8, 1996; Assist leader 1997
  • Universidad de Valencia (Spain)—Starting attacking midfield, 1997
  • NSCHSAA League Champion—Chaminade HS (NY), 1992; All league 1992,1993
  • ODP—Region 1, Eastern New York, Long Island District, 1988-1993
  • Eastern New York State Cup Champions—New Hyde Park Pumas
  • Long Island Junior Soccer League (LIJSL) Division 1 Champions — New Hyde Park Pumas