By starting with fun and creating a process-oriented, positivity-focused
training environment that keys in on enabling individual success, children
trained by Keeper Jim achieve better athleticism, become more positive in
their approach to life,develop higher self-esteem and cultivate improved
decision making and problems solving skills. In addition, Keeper Jim uses
Plyometric and detailed technique training to help children develop the
appropriate muscles to achieve and maintain proper technique throughout
their soccer careers. As a result, in 20 years of Coaching not one of his
students has had a serious knee or ankle injury throughout their playing
careers, which includes playing into High School, College and adult soccer.
Keeper Jim relentless positivity and high energy inspires students to focus
on consistent improvement. Through his coaching, students eliminate the
thought of mistakes from their mind and learn to persevere through any
adversity. Children love coming to Keeper Jim training sessions so much
that they are upset when late or unable to attend. “Practice is over
already?” is an often-heard statement in his sessions. Keeper Jim is
looking forward to getting his United Soccer Coaches National in 2021.
Also has his national keeper licencse. He has been coaching high school
for more than 10 years. The goalkeeper coach for the boys and girls for 04,
05 and the 02, 03,04,05 for Santa Clara Sporting. Soon to work the boys
goalkeepers from Cupertino F.C. Also work with his goalkeeper with the
college recruiting process.