Dean Flexton
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
Dedicated and resourceful Director of Coaching and head coach possessing strong administrative skills and continuous improvement growth mindset. Leverage superior organization and planning competencies with strong communication skills and attention to detail ensuring all stakeholders understand mission, priorities, and tasks necessary to achieve strategic objectives. Lifelong learner who enjoys mentoring others to help them attain their personal goals and successfully contribute to their team, program, and entire organization.
Knowledgeable DOC with robust history of elevating coaching programs and fostering leadership development. Proven track record in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance team performance and drive organizational success. Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution and talent management.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Director
Fredericksburg Soccer Club Incorporated (FSCI)
Fredericksburg, VA
05.2024 - Current
- Hired to oversee all aspects of FSCI with the aim to improve the standards throughout the club and grow the organization to compete statewide.
- Soccer club with 800+ members serving ages 5 – 20 with recreational, developmental, and competitive programs.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Introduced club-wide curriculum and coaching methodology
- Introduced weekly staff meetings and coach individual development plans (IDP) to improve culture
- Introduced U9 & U10 competitive program to improve long-term competitive training program.
Director of Female Player Development & DOC
VBR Star Soccer Club/VA United
Roanoke, VA
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Promoted to direct and organize the Competitive teams, the Club Youth Academy and Development Programs including designing curriculum, developing the coaching staff, coordinating schedules, and coaching five teams.
- Soccer club with 1000+ members serving ages 5 – 20 with recreational, developmental, and competitive programs.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Earned new USSF Director of Coaching Course
- Head coach of the USL Academy U20 team.
- Designed, planned and implemented new Youth Academy - Spring '23
- Managed large number of staff in youth sport industry.
- Major contributions to 3-club merger – Spring '23
Coaching Director, Elite Junior Division
Space Coast United Soccer Club
Melbourne, FL
07.2014 - 04.2022
- Promoted to create, develop, and manage the Competitive and Developmental programs dedicated to serving the unique physical and mental needs of the U9 – U14 age group boys & girls. Mentored coaches within the directorate guiding them in all aspects of player development, fitness, and team achievement. Produced training session and game strategy materials, introduced periodization to our fitness plans, educated the coaching staff on periodization principles, and constructed team goals enabling the entire coaching staff to ensure quality consistency across all teams within the Junior Division.
- Central Florida soccer club with 2,000+ members serving ages 3 – 20 with recreational, developmental, and competitive programs.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Leading role in raising the competitive standard of the training and games so Boys play ECNL and Girls play GA.
- Earned the UEFA B License and World Football Academy (WFA) Expert Football Periodization Certifications
- Invited to attend WFA Coaching courses and work experience at 3 Professional Youth Academies in Europe.
- Earned US Soccer D License & Grassroots Coach Instructor qualification.
- Achieved expert competency in Football Periodization - improving player football actions throughout the Junior Division whilst ensuring safe physical development.
US Soccer Coaching Course Instructor
US Soccer
Melbourne, FL
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Executed D License and Grassroots coaching courses to include all preparation activities such as scheduling classroom and field space, production, and dissemination of relevant print materials, and arranging player participation. Presented educational materials to coaching candidates and guided them through the multi-day course process and assessed their work on and off the field.
- US Soccer coach development through in-person coaching courses.
Head Coach, Elite Senior & Junior Division
Space Coast United Soccer Club
Melbourne Florida
07.2009 - 04.2022
- Created a team environment founded on respect, discipline, and sportsmanship. Communicated clear team expectations to players and parents. Established personal goals ensuring players received regular player evaluations to track progress against their measurable goals. Constructed training sessions designed to promote a culture of continuous improvement on game day. Analyzed game play to deliver better results over the course of a season.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Earned USSF A license, USSF National Youth License, United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma, and Coerver Coaching Youth Diploma
- Awarded the Florida Youth Soccer Association Boys Competitive Coach of the Year and Florida High School Athletic Association Girls Varsity Coach of the Year
Recreational & Camp Director + Soccer Coach
Space Coast United Soccer Club
03.2006 - 06.2009
- Leveraged experience at UK International Soccer camps to assist Space Coast United in building out higher quality camp programs. Set a new standard in early childhood soccer development by making parents and caregivers a champion in their child’s success in the parent-included Mini-kickers program.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Earned USSF B License
Southeast Regional Director
UK International Soccer Camps
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2002 - 01.2009
- Managed relationships in the southeast region (NC, SC, GA, FL, AL, and MS) to include soccer leagues, YMCAs, AYSO regions, sports departments, schools, and P&R departments. Guided staff to help them attain and exceed training and professional standards. Developed the coach education plan and designed the local outreach practice sessions and curriculum. Coordinated placement of international coaches with local hosting families.
- Global provider of player development opportunities in camp, academy, and league programs
- Key Accomplishments:
- Director of Coaching Diploma
Youth Development Officer
Chelsea, FC
London
01.1998 - 01.2002
Sports Science Research Assistant
South Bank University
London
01.1999
Physical Educator
St. Joseph’s RC and Fulham Primary School
London
01.2000 - 01.2001
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport & Exercise Science
South Bank University
London, UK05.1999
Post-graduate Certification of Education PGCE -
South Bank University
London, UK05.2000
Skills
- Coach Development
- Curriculum Design
- Football Periodization
- Training delivery
- Staff development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Professionalism
Certification
- UEFA B License - 2018
- WFA Periodisation Expert - 2016 - 2018
- USSF A License - 2013
- UEFA B
- USSF A
- US Soccer Director of Coaching - 2023
- World Football Academy Expert Meetings
- US Soccer Coach Educator
- United Soccer Coaches Premier License
Timeline
Technical Director
Fredericksburg Soccer Club Incorporated (FSCI)
05.2024 - Current
Director of Female Player Development & DOC
VBR Star Soccer Club/VA United
08.2022 - 05.2024
US Soccer Coaching Course Instructor
US Soccer
01.2018 - 01.2022
Coaching Director, Elite Junior Division
Space Coast United Soccer Club
07.2014 - 04.2022
Head Coach, Elite Senior & Junior Division
Space Coast United Soccer Club
07.2009 - 04.2022
Recreational & Camp Director + Soccer Coach
Space Coast United Soccer Club
03.2006 - 06.2009
Southeast Regional Director
UK International Soccer Camps
01.2002 - 01.2009
Physical Educator
St. Joseph’s RC and Fulham Primary School
01.2000 - 01.2001
Sports Science Research Assistant
South Bank University
01.1999
Youth Development Officer
Chelsea, FC
01.1998 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Sport & Exercise Science
South Bank University
Post-graduate Certification of Education PGCE -
South Bank University