That’s a huge loss if that’s the case. His philosophy is sound although some girls may not be high iq enough at that age to absorb that type of training - maybe the older girls.
The older girls did not like him. He had elite talent with the older blues girls at one point and couldn't connect with them. If you watched his practices back then, it was 75% him just taking. I think he might have been a good coach back in the day, but it's been a while now.
Want to say it’s just speculation at this point a lot of chatter but it is chatter from the club itself so sort of solid but it ultimately ends up being his lack of ability to produce.
Not a loss at all he hasn’t been good for quite some time it’s not the IQ of the players it’s the way he is able or unable to relay the information it’s just time
Funny “rec side” - I get you - you posted your question as a way to bash a coach and you get extra points with your ageism. However, I stand by what I said. Abner is a fine coach and I think perhaps maybe you’re right with the generational difference of todays players. He should be training more sophisticated players who can grow under his style.
Very well put.
Not an honest coach and lied a few times to my face and to my kid. Hated the Blues, did not like Tad's philosophy, told me he was 100% responsible for developing Marta. I also didn't like him charging for his privates either. Big conflict of interest and based on what I saw, if you paid extra, your kid played. It's all about him and the WNT players he "developed." His word is gold to many college coaches and YNT scouts and he can help or hurt your dd in the recruiting process based on his feedback to the coaches. Not a fan but like others have said, some love him and some are not fans. Good luck with all the coaching changes. It happens every year.
Perhaps college coaches have a reason to listen to the make or break voice. Especially today with the new culture of me first, team second on and off the field. You do need to learn to play soccer after all - and you can’t expect every ball delivered to your feet. Tad privates 3 players I know for free… so ? Baker charged a small fee. Should they not get paid like the rest of us? No one forces it - that’s hyperbole
So lying is ok?
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But all good insights as well - some girls love his coaching. some don’t - you are very right about that and it becomes obvious.
Parents also love it, especially if they got extra cash to pay for access and a good recommendation from said coach. That's my issue. AR is a known liar. He has the keys to the Soccer Kingdom, and he knows exactly what the paying customer wants. Who is the customer? Do you know what the customer wants?
No. Never. But I have no knowledge of that.
I have firsthand knowledge of liars in soccer and this AR fella is a liar with power. I personally experienced his lies and other Docs lies in youth soccer and when one gains experience through real life experience, they become wise and dangerous.
I personally like AR + think he knows a lot about how to win. However I can see why many don't like him. More modern coaches run up tempo fast paced practice sessions. Concepts are conveyed through repetition. AR would discuss and teach different actions during practice. This might work with some of the natural athletes but not all. Teaching through physical repetition guarantees everyone understands and generally ups the overall physical ability of the team.
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What I liked about AR. He never yelled. He had really good training sessions. He liked the passing game and not boot ball. He didn't teach smash ball. I think the big problem again with soccer in America is what the customer wants and is willing to do and pay to have that access. Do you know what the customer wants? Ask Mr. SingerI personally like AR + think he knows a lot about how to win. However I can see why many don't like him. More modern coaches run up tempo fast paced practice sessions. Concepts are conveyed through repetition. AR would discuss and teach different actions during practice. This might work with some of the natural athletes but not all. Teaching through physical repetition guarantees everyone understands and generally ups the overall physical ability of the team.
I agree that AR is a kingmaker if you're willing to pay. Have heard all kinds of stories.
If you need to know anything else about the guy read this book and pay attention to the west coast coaches that are strongly hinted about.
LOST LOCKER ROOM - The Collapse of Global Premier Soccer
LOST LOCKER ROOM - The Collapse of Global Premier Soccer
