Theo is the Technical Director for Abbey Villa Soccer Club and is the Founder of United Through Football. During our conversation, Theo shares his coaching journey and the evolution of Abbey Villa Soccer Club, the depth of his role as a Technical Director that supports the club across multiple regions, and the story and progression of United Through Football.

How to Connect

Ig: @theofanisbooras @Avsc2002

www.AbbeyVillaSoccer.com

www.unitedthroughfootball.org

0:28 connected by Jose Mesa

1:17 background in soccer

3:15 focusing his attention on the club side of the game

5:15 the value of offering 1-on-1 training sessions

6:15 merging two clubs together to form AVSC

7:00 progression of the club

8:05 coaching four teams within the club and managing the schedule

10:33 Theo’s role as the Technical Director makes it easier for players to move within the club

12:35 how they make sure the teams are properly prepared to progress to the next coach

15:30 managing the coaching staff

17:00 how the coaches are kept up-to-date and share ideas

21:45 how Theo encourages coaches to speak their mind more often, whether they are too shy or would rather hold on to their training ideas

23:25 managing a club that stretches across multiple regions

25:00 most rewarding pieces of being a Technical Director

26:00 Theo’s non-profit United Through Football and their story

29:58 diving into their trip to Theo’s home country of Greece and the trip to the Congo

33:25 the growth of donations to United Through Football

34:36 planning the next big trip

35:20 experiencing challenges in the coaching and non-profit world

37:00 parent education

39:45 mentors and influences in the coaching world

41:30 final three coaching points

45:00 One piece of advice for any coach

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