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Mezmuredawit Desta LET'S PLAY! COACHING SPOTLIGHT!

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1. What are you most passionate about?

My passion is the game of soccer. I love everything about it; the tactics of the game, the techniques (and concentration) the game asks a player to perform to solve problems, the movements and athletic qualities required to play the game (at all ages and abilities) and the social bonds and ties the game creates. In particular, I love sharing this with other people as it was once shared with me.  I believe this is why I have found myself in the game still long beyond my playing years. I am truly honored to have the ability to teach and share this game with so many people from such diverse backgrounds.

 

2. Why did you join Let’s Play!?

 

An opportunity to make a difference and see first-hand the impact on other people's lives and a chance to give something back are all well-documented satisfying rewards. Working with people who are eager to learn and gain clarity gives coaches a real sense of purpose.

 

3. What have you enjoyed in your experience working with Let’s Play!?

I really enjoyed it. I have had the pleasure of playing/teaching some wonderful kids who have been involved at every step which helps immeasurably. Nathean does a great job with communication and running the program. 

 

4. What background, education, training, or experiences prepared you for what you are doing now?

 

The most education background and experience in sport. Especially in soccer I studied MBA from IBIM,  sport management from smww, sport medical from fifa, coaching diploma from United coaching, goalkeeper coaching diploma, Hold USSF coaching B license and currently FIFA licensed match agent, sport agent advisor at smww,  Director link soccer Academy and I have great commitment to working with players. 

 

5. What’s your vision for the community you serve and how can others contribute/support?

We will build a healthy and diverse community by pooling our resources, sharing our skills and working cooperatively. A community where everyone is respected. 

 

6. Who were you inspired by as a young player?

As a child I really loved Pele the way he moved with the ball. They called Samba style truly an amazing legend. 

 

7. What is the best piece of coaching advice you ever received? 

Let mistakes go and focus on the next shot… forget the past that will never help you in the future and focus on the plan ahead. Set a goal for that plant and commit to it.   

8. What advice would you give a young player? 

Go to ALL your practices, set achievable goals for yourself. Listen to your parents WORK HARD maxim level. 

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