Coaches

Coaching Philosophy and Mission Statement

Soccer is an exciting and wonderful game that can help all players develop important skills for life.  First and foremost, high school athletics is an extension of high school academics.  Therefore, the purpose of athletics in secondary education is to provide the student with experiences which develop character, values, discipline and teamwork.  In addition, it is the purpose of this program to provide students with the fundamental skills and an understanding of the tactics in the sport of soccer. Furthermore, we strive to include players in the program who show an aptitude for positive contributions and character development as well as players with technical skills.  through active teaching and organized practices, we strive to provide a positive team experience and develop a love for the game of soccer for all players.

 

Varsity Head Coach

Michael Shaver
792-6564 (work)
798-7426 (home)
email: mshaver@gfsd.org

 

Present Home:  Glens Falls              
Hometown
:
  Oneonta, NY
Family:  Wife Jennifer, Daughter Caroline, Son Cameron          
Teaching Position
:
  Social Studies at Glens Falls High School since 1998
Education:
Oneonta High School '85
Buffalo State College, B.A. in History '89
University at Albany, M.S. in Education '97
Coaching:
GF Modified Boys Soccer- 1999-2000
GF Junior Varsity Boys Soccer- 2001-2002
GF Varsity Boys Soccer- 2003-present
GF Modified Girls Basketball- 1999-2001
Quote:  "It doesn't take talent to hustle."     - H. Jackson Brown
 

 

 

   

Junior Varsity Coach

Brian Turner
792-4060 (home)
email:
strikerbrian@yahoo.com
 

Present Home:  Queensbury 
Family:  Wife, Daughter Kira           

Coaching:
Elementary Students in Schroon Lake
President and Coaching Director of North Country Soccer Club in Schroon Lake
Coach at GF YMCA 1997-2003
Adirondack Soccer Club 1998 - present
GF Modified Soccer 2000-2004
GF Junior Varsity Coach 2005-Present
Various adult leagues as player/coach

 

 

 

 

 

Modified A Coach

Brian Farenell
744-3067 (home)
email: saabrian@yahoo.com

 

Modified B Coach

Matt O'Connor

 

 

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