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MICAH-JON VARNER
Former NCAA D1 Assistant Soccer Coach also former Director Knoxville Football Club-TNSoccer

Education Georgia Southern University – MS in Sport Management
Carson- Newman University BA Business

Experience Assistant Soccer Coach, Colorado State University
• facilitated recruitment, organizing official visits, travel logistics, scouting
reports, practice planning, on-field duties, and camps.
• Led video analysis and opponent scouting efforts, developing detailed scouting reports and
managing video software uploads.
• Delivered individualized coaching to field players and goalkeepers, focusing on enhancing
technical skills, tactical understanding, and mental resilience.
• Developed and implemented Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for both field players
and goalkeepers to improve overall performance.
• Designed and facilitated progressive training sessions tailored specifically to the needs and
abilities of collegiate-level field players and goalkeepers.
• Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the goalkeeper unit, driving both personal and team growth.

Associate Head Coach, Pellissippi State Community College
• Associate head men's soccer coach

Assistant Soccer Coach, Delaware State University

Director of Coaching, Knoxville Football Club
• Developed a long-term vision and strategic plan for the youth goalkeeping program,
aligning with the club's overall philosophy and objectives.
• Designed a structured curriculum for goalkeeper training, encompassing technical skills,
tactical understanding, and psychological resilience tailored to different age groups and skill
levels.
• Planned and conduct engaging and effective goalkeeper training sessions that focus on skill
acquisition, decision-making, and game-specific scenarios.
• Assessed the performance and progress of youth goalkeepers regularly, providing
individualized feedback and guidance to support their development and address areas for
improvement.
• Provided guidance and mentorship to goalkeeping coaches within the youth program,
offering resources, training opportunities, and ongoing support to enhance their coaching
abilities.
• Collaborated with scouting departments to identify and recruit talented young goalkeepers,
ensuring a steady influx of promising players into the youth goalkeeping program.
• Prioritized the well-being and holistic development of youth goalkeepers, providing
support, guidance, and resources to navigate challenges on and off the field.