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    Calling all Stars SM Disciples

    Someone please tell me what I'm missing with this guy. Had the pleasure of seeing him in action a few times (and, I mean that...the ranting was hilarious) and curious what people think of him.

    I know he's burned some bridges along the way, but have no knowledge of why. I know he has a loyal following, but also know there's a subset of people who loathe him.

    What's the deal?

    Asking because we have a potential vesting interest in the future.

    #2
    I am sure he will tell you every game and tournament he has ever won, and that he is the next coming of Jesus himself.

    Other than futsal... has not got a soccer qualification to his name.

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      #3
      who??

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        #4
        Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
        Someone please tell me what I'm missing with this guy. Had the pleasure of seeing him in action a few times (and, I mean that...the ranting was hilarious) and curious what people think of him.

        I know he's burned some bridges along the way, but have no knowledge of why. I know he has a loyal following, but also know there's a subset of people who loathe him.

        What's the deal?

        Asking because we have a potential vesting interest in the future.
        Thanks LS

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          #5
          He has a massive ego, has little coaching ability, and treats kids poorly.

          I worked for him at Kings, then Seacoast came in and took over, and then without even completing a full fall and spring under Seacoast, SM left for Stars and a number of players followed. So in the space of about a year, he went from Kings, to Seacoast, to Stars. Some of the coaches went with him to Stars as well and he and Stars screwed a number of them over. Salary and compensation promises were slashed and so many have left. So I guess it is people in generally he doesn't care about. Just himself

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            #6
            To the OP... if you are considering your future with SM and taking care of your daughter, good luck! Please make a pledge to come back here in X amount of years time and let us know about all the promises he made you, and where your daughter ended up.

            Con artist! #provenpathway #provendouche

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              #7
              I am hearing that alot from numerous teams regarding coaches screaming and cursing at kids.What gives?

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                #8
                Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                I am hearing that alot from numerous teams regarding coaches screaming and cursing at kids.What gives?
                Some think that is what a good "coach" does. Maybe in 1990 with Coach Parcells running a football team. No with today's soccer players, esp young girls.

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                  I am hearing that alot from numerous teams regarding coaches screaming and cursing at kids.What gives?
                  I've experienced some lazy coaches and ones that are ill equipped to coach the game but I'd take them any day versus someone that screams a lot during games and practices. We have a screamer now for pretty much that first time and its no fun for anyone involved. The enthusiasm of a kid that has been a stellar performer on the pitch for 7-8 years has dropped off suddenly. Ditto for the other teammates in the same boat.

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                    #10
                    Simply put they needed to get into that region.

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                      #11
                      I've had coaches I played for because I loved them so much I couldn't bear the thought of letting them down.

                      I've had coaches I played for that I played so hard for due to absolute fear.

                      Both worked at times, and both didn't work at times.

                      Being a yeller doesn't eliminate someone in my mind. If it's constructive, I'm OK with it. Even my kid will admit it she plays better for a hard-minded coach.

                      Does he cross the line?

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                        #12
                        Swearing at someone else's child.Never good

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                          #13
                          Agreed

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                            #14
                            Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                            Some think that is what a good "coach" does. Maybe in 1990 with Coach Parcells running a football team. No with today's soccer players, esp young girls.
                            I can't wait for all players to have ear pieces so that coaches do not have to raise their voice to reach all the way across the field to do their job of coaching. When the coach raises their voice it is too disturbing to my little girl. It will be so much better for the coach to gently suggest how my child should adjust her play.

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                              #15
                              Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                              I can't wait for all players to have ear pieces so that coaches do not have to raise their voice to reach all the way across the field to do their job of coaching. When the coach raises their voice it is too disturbing to my little girl. It will be so much better for the coach to gently suggest how my child should adjust her play.
                              Kill me if they need earpiece instructions from the coach.
                              We need to stop idolizing college basketball coaches and their overwrought style.
                              Soccer is a simple game...

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