Mohamed Bennani
Coaching Philosophy:
I would like to create an environment that encourages learning, development, and growth for all players, regardless of skill level. Help individual players advance to the next level of the game. Educate the players and instill good values in them so that they can better understand life through soccer.
Coaching Experience:
DC Soccer Club (2001-2023)
Director of Player Development (2020-2023)
Boys’ Director of Coaching (2017-2020)
U13-U15 Age Group Director (2008-2023)
Head coach for different age groups (2003–2023)
Coaching Licenses:
United States Soccer Federation A License
Director of Coaching Diploma (NSCAA)
United States Soccer Federation National Youth License
Netherlands Soccer Federation (KNVB) educational certificate.
USC Futsal Diploma.
Playing Experience:
Played for Wydad Athletic Club in Casablanca, Morocco.
Played for Racing de Casablanca, Morocco.
Member of the junior Wydad Athletic Academy (all youth levels).
Member of the U15 Moroccan National Team.
Awards:
2013 Boys Coach of the Year: US Youth Soccer Region 1
2013 Boys Coach of the Year: Virginia Youth Soccer Association (VYSA)
2004 Boys Coach of the Year: Virginia Youth Soccer Association (VYSA)