Summary
Jhoan Alvizo caught the soccer bug during the 2002 World Cup and has been passionate about the sport ever since. He started playing soccer and eventually transitioned into coaching. Jhoan follows both the Mexican national team and Liverpool FC closely. He discusses the difference between high school and club soccer, highlighting the pay-to-play system in the US and the importance of providing opportunities for players who may not have the financial means to participate in club soccer. Jhoan also talks about his coaching experience and the challenges of making cuts during tryouts. He looks forward to the upcoming season and hopes to take his team to out-of-state tournaments.
Keywords
soccer, coaching, World Cup, passion, high school, club soccer, pay-to-play, talent development, tryouts, out-of-state tournaments
Takeaways
Jhoan Alvizo caught the soccer bug during the 2002 World Cup and has been passionate about the sport ever since.
High school soccer provides opportunities for players who may not have the financial means to participate in club soccer.
Coaching high school soccer is different from coaching club soccer, with less money involved but a stronger sense of community and support.
Making cuts during tryouts is a challenging aspect of coaching, but providing feedback and guidance to players who don't make the team is important.
Jhoan looks forward to the upcoming season and hopes to take his team to out-of-state tournaments.
Chapters
00:00 The Soccer Bug: 2002 World Cup
03:45 Following Liverpool FC
09:17 The Pay-to-Play System in US Soccer
11:58 Making Cuts: Challenges of Tryouts
13:23 Coaching High School Soccer
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