Ashley Gumbrell

Ashley Gumbrell, a coach developer and lecturer at St. Mary's University, shares insights on fostering a captivating youth soccer environment. He stresses prioritizing fun over competition to ignite children's passion for the sport. Gumbrell discusses the benefits of a multi-sport approach for skill transfer and the importance of reflective coaching practices. He also highlights innovative curricula from St. Mary's that develops industry-relevant knowledge, ensuring coaches are prepared to adapt and improve in diverse environments.