Fabrizio Di Maio
Irvine
Summary
Dynamic Youth Coach dedicated to soccer and player development, with experience leading Boys 12U/14U and Girls 12U teams. Possesses a profound understanding of game strategies and coaching techniques, complemented by exceptional organizational and communication skills. Committed to nurturing player growth through positive reinforcement, tailored training, and tactical instruction, while fostering an inclusive environment that emphasizes teamwork and confidence building. Recognized for cultivating a passion for the game that inspires young athletes both on and off the field.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Soccer Coach - G12U / B12U / B14U / B14 AS
AYSO
09.2024 - Current
- Built trust-based, inclusive team environments that support physical, emotional, and social growth
- Managed game-day strategy with real-time tactical adjustments, improving team performance and cohesion
- Developed and executed structured, age-appropriate training sessions focusing on:
Technical skill mastery
Tactical awareness & decision-making
Soccer-specific strength and conditioning
Game intelligence and problem-solving
- Created personalized coaching plans aligned to player strengths and developmental needs
- Conducted ongoing player evaluations and set individualized development goals
- Delivered constructive feedback 1-on-1 and in group settings to improve:
Teamwork
Game understanding
In-match decision-making
- Supported advancement of players into higher levels of competition through measurable skill progression
- Integrated training and match footage review to refine coaching strategy and player technique
- Applied learning from formal coach licensing pathway through U.S. Soccer
- Commitment to long-term athlete development and modern coaching methodologies
- Maintained consistent communication with families to:
Review player progress
Align expectations
Provide program updates
Coordinate training and match schedules
Education
PhD - Modern Languages
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, UK07.2020
Skills
- Strategic planning expertise
- Leadership development
- Advanced fitness training
- In-depth technical expertise
- Tactical expertise
- Motivational expertise
- Adaptability - Proficient
- Skilled in player development
- Proficient in sports psychology
Certification
- USSF D License - August 2025 - October 2025
- USSF Grassroot License - April 2025 - June 2025
Additional Information
Certificates
USSF C License (Enrolled)
Courses
- US Soccer "D" License, US Soccer Federation, October 2025
- 16U-19U Advanced Coach, AYSO, August 2025
- 9v9, US Soccer Federation, July 2025
- Integrating Goalkeepers into Training Sessions, AYSO, May 2025
- XC CEU - Differentiation, AYSO, May 2025
- Selecting a Training Session, AYSO, May 2025
- Training Objectives Using the 5Ws, AYSO, May 2025
- 11v11, US Soccer Federation, May 2025
- Introduction To Grassroots Coaching, US Soccer Federation, April 2025
- 14U Intermediate Coach, AYSO, January 2025
- 12U Coach, AYSO, January 2025
LANGUAGES
English
Full Professional
Italian
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Head Soccer Coach - G12U / B12U / B14U / B14 AS
AYSO
09.2024 - Current
PhD - Modern Languages
University of Birmingham
COURSES
- US Soccer "D" License, US Soccer Federation - October 2025
- 16U-19U Advanced Coach, AYSO - August 2025
- 9v9, US Soccer Federation - July 2025
- Integrating Goalkeepers into Training Sessions, AYSO - May 2025
- XC CEU - Differentiation, AYSO - May 2025
- Selecting a Training Session, AYSO - May 2025
- Training Objectives Using the 5Ws, AYSO - May 2025
- 11v11, US Soccer Federation - May 2025
- Introduction To Grassroots Coaching, US Soccer Federation - April 2025
- 14U Intermediate Coach, AYSO - January 2025
- 12U Coach, AYSO - January 2025