Interview

How did you first become involved with the NSCAA?
Membership and coaching schools

Why do you continue to stay involved with the NSCAA?
The people, coaches and site coordinators. No massive egos.

Why do you like teaching NSCAA courses?
Meeting new people and the courses are good.

What is your favorite NSCAA course to teach and why?
National Diploma - it's fundamental to the game and fun to teach.

What is the best thing about the NSCAA Academy?
The interaction of coaches of all levels and good people caring about the development of the game.

Who is your all-time favorite player?
George Best, Pele

Who are/were your mentors in soccer?
Jack Gallagher, Walter Bahr

Who are your mentors in the coaching profession?
Jack Gallagher, Walter Bleakley, Mike Berticelli

What advice would you give to young coaches?
Open your eyes, ears and mind. Learn by listening, watching and doing.

What is your favorite book and why?
Too many to list - The Winner Within by Pat Riley

What is your favorite movie and why?
Darby O'Gil and the Little People - has all the elements of life and a touch of magic.

What is the last book you read?
Soccer in Sun and Shadows (present) "Angels and Demons

If you could be anyone for a day, who would it be and why?
Sir Alex Ferguson - he has survived at the top level for so long and been successful.