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Kirk Ricketts

Edmonton

Summary

Experienced and passionate soccer coach holding C License and B License, currently pursing an A License certification. Extensive coaching background from grassroots levels to men's, with a strong focus on player development and tactical growth. Currently serving as a head coach for U13 Tier 1 KC Trojans Boys, U19 KC Trojans Men's, and Technical Director of KC Trojans men's and women's Varsity Program. Overseeing training programs, strategic planning as well as team and player development are duties that I must perform. I'm committed to fostering a competitive and supportive environment while continuously advancing in the game.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Director of Varsity Program

KC Trojans
03.2025 - Current
  • Align the clubs high standard of excellence and competitive success.
  • Develop and implement program strategies, varsity training session plans and team evaluations to drive varsity success.
  • Coordinate with academic advisors and post-secondary institutions to secure recruitment, scholarship opportunities, and balanced support for student-athletes

Head Coach U13 Boys and U19 Men's

KC Trojans
09.2024 - Current
  • Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
  • Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
  • Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
  • Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.

Head Coach

Scottish United 2007 Tier 1 Boys
08.2021 - Current
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
  • Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.

Head Coach

Selects FC 2007 Tier 1 Boys
10.2011 - 09.2021
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
  • Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
  • Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services when needed.
  • Recruited student-athletes of highest caliber to elevate team performance.
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.

Student Athlete

University of Memphis
08.1999 - 05.2003
  • Demonstrated commitment and responsibility towards fellow players and coaches through genuine respect and dedication to sport
  • Reacted to complex game situations quickly and effectively
  • Accepted constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to improve skills
  • Observed culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff
  • Received ATHLETIC SOCCER SCHOLARSHIP

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Management Information Systems

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
05.2003

Skills

  • Implementation oversight
  • Schedule coordination
  • Decisiveness
  • Deadline-driven
  • Thrives under pressure
  • Creative
  • Physically fit
  • Winning mentality
  • Tough Skin ( able to take criticism)

Certification

  • NATIONAL B LICENCE CERTIFIED
  • PROVINCIAL B LICENCE CERTIFIED
  • PROVINCIAL C LICENCE CERTIFIED

Timeline

Technical Director of Varsity Program

KC Trojans
03.2025 - Current

Head Coach U13 Boys and U19 Men's

KC Trojans
09.2024 - Current

Head Coach

Scottish United 2007 Tier 1 Boys
08.2021 - Current

Head Coach

Selects FC 2007 Tier 1 Boys
10.2011 - 09.2021

Student Athlete

University of Memphis
08.1999 - 05.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Management Information Systems

University of Memphis

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