COACH BIO - Anthony Austin

Education:

* Certified Classroom Teacher, All Levels K-12

* Bachelors in Science in Physical Education – Special Education-1999)

* Masters in Special Education, Grand Canyon University- 2009

* Adapted PE Specialist (Arlington ISD) Texas -2000 -Present

* Head Special Olympics Coach 2000-Present

* Certified NESTA Speed, Agility, and Quickness Trainer

* Certified CPR and First Aid

* Leisure / Recreational Specialist, Lifetime Fitness 2010-present
 

License: “E” NTSSA Coaching
 

Coaching experience: 2000 - (present)

* City Of Arlington Youth Coach

* Mansfield Soccer Association Youth Coach

* Arlington Soccer Association Youth Coach

* Polaris Academy Soccer

* Arlington ISD (Lamar High SchoolBowie High School)


MISSION

* To provide each athlete with an emotionally healthy & physically challenging atmosphere of good sportsmanship & athletic activity through the game of soccer.

* To provide a healthy competitive atmosphere while teaching respect for others, fair play,   humbleness in winning, and stature in defeat.

* To teach teamwork and cooperation.


Coaching Philosophy:

* Develop individual skills, which lead to Confidence.

* Teach field positioning, which leads to Team Work.

* Implement strategic play, which leads to Finishing.

* Promote respect for others, fair play which leads to Sportsmanship.


Memberships & Activities

 * US Soccer Federation Coaches Association

 * National Soccer Coaches Association of America

* TAHPERD Member