Badara “Papa” Dia
Objective
Enthusiastic, dedicated coaching professional seeking to secure a position as a high school head soccer coach in order to influence in a positive manner athletes and students both on and off the field, helping each student achieve a love of soccer, a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased sense of accomplishment and level of self-esteem.
Coaching Philosophy
I am an engaged teacher of the love of soccer, good sportsmanship, and fundamental individual and team skills. My endless belief and love of the game of soccer is as strong as my desire and joy to share my soccer skills and knowledge with others. I believe that the playing field should be a learning environment that provides productive sportsmanship to all. I believe in conditioning and injury prevention, fundamentals, individual creativity and team play. I believe in an attacking aggressive game. I stress the importance of working hard and having fun in practices and games. I believe that all children enjoy playing the game of soccer. Therefore, I strive to ensure the playing field is a desirable, fun and learning environment for all.
Coaching Experience
Over 16 years of progressive coaching and training experience including assistant and head coaching roles at the select and travel club, overseas club, private training, middle school levels and high school level.
Kenmore Middle School, Arlington, VA
- Boys Head Soccer Coach 2004-present
- Girls Head Soccer Coach 2004-present
- Intramural Boys and Girls 2004-present
Arlington Travel Soccer Club, Arlington, VA
- U16 G Intensity Blue 2009-present
- U13 G Dynamo 2009-present
- Boys Soccer Age Group Assistant Coach U-9, U-10, U-12 2005-2009
- Development Skill Training U-9, U-14 Boys and Girls 2005-present
Arlington Soccer Association, Arlington, VA
- Development Training Pre K 2008-present
- Soccer Camps U-8, U-9, U-10, U-11, and U-12 Boys and Girls 2008-present
- Development Training Boys and Girls U-9 to U-12 2007-present
High School Soccer, Arlington
- Wakefield Varsity Girls Head Coach 2009-present
Quartier Mali, Bamako, Mali
- Owner (Youth Soccer Club) Boys and Girls in Mali U-8 to U-16 2004-present
Arlington County Soccer League, Arlington, VA
- Arlington Kiwanis U-7, U-8, and U-9 Boys Head Coach 2001-03
- Arlington Kiwanis U-11, 12, and 16 Boys/Girls Assistant Coach 2000-02
- Arlington Lightening U-11 Girls Head Coach 2007-08
Malians Soccer League, Bamako, Mali
- Boys Head Soccer Coach and Owner U-9,U-10, and U-11 1994-95
- Girls Head Soccer Coach and Owner U-10 and U-11 1995-95
Coaching Licenses and Certificates
- Virginia Youth Soccer Association Advance- "E" License 2010
- National Soccer Coaching- "D" License 2009
- Regional Goalkeeping License 2009
- State Goalkeeping License 2009
- National Youth Soccer License - "Y" License 2009
- Virginia Youth Soccer Association - "F" License 2008
- Virgina Youth Soccer Association - "E" License 2008
- Positive Coaching Alliance – Double Goal Coach 2007
Soccer Playing Experience
18 years of competitive playing experience at the middle school, high school, college, semi-professional and club level. Playing experience includes both individual and team awards, including: tournament MVP awards, team MVP awards, individual scoring records and team championships. Continue playing competitive soccer in leagues throughout the northern Virginia area.
Bamako, Mali
- High School Soccer- Striker 1994-97
- College Soccer-Striker 1997-99
- Malian Soccer Division, Bamako, Mali
· Djoliba Cade-Defender 1995-96
· Djoliba Junior-Outside Midfield 1996-98
· Djoliba Senior-Striker 1998-99
Northern Virginia Soccer League
· Northern Virginia Premier- Striker 2006-07
Bolivian Soccer League
· Liverpool Football- Striker 2004-06
· Wilstermann- Sweeper 2000-03
Afghan Soccer League
Honors and Awards
- U13 G Bronze Division Virginian Tournament Champions Spring 2010
- U13 G Dynamo ODSL Division 2 Champions with undefeated record Fall 2010
- U13 G Dynamo ODSL Division 2 Champions Fall 2010
- U13 G Virginian Tournament Finalist Fall 2010
- U12 B Assist Tournament Finalist, 2008
- 7th Annual Herndon All-Star Cup finalist U-9 Boys, 2008
- County Co-Champions, Kenmore Boys Soccer, (7 W, 0 L, 1 T) 2005-06
- County Co-Champions, Kenmore Girls Soccer, (5 W, 1 L, 2 T) 2005-06
- County Champions, Kenmore Boys Soccer, (8 W, 0 L, 0 T) 2004-05
- Middle School Winter Indoor Soccer Tournament Champions, Kenmore Boys, 2008
- Middle School Fall Indoor Soccer Tournament Champions, Kenmore Boys, 2006
- Middle School Winter Indoor Soccer Tournament Champions, Kenmore Boys, 2005
- Middle School Fall Indoor Soccer Tournament Champions, Kenmore Boys, 2005
- Championship, Quartier Mali U-12 Boys, 1995
- Championship, Quartier Mali U-11 Boys, 1994
Professional Career Experience
Arlington County Public Schools 2001-present
Instructional Assistant, Kenmore Middle School
Provide instructional support services to students working under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher; provide one-on-one tutoring, assist with classroom management, such as organizing instructional and other materials; assist students in participating in general school activities and maintain responsibility for student safety and personal conduct.
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