About Chris Carrieri...
NCAA D1 College
MLS and USL Professional
MLS and USL Professional
- All-American high school soccer player from Stafford, VA
- Played soccer at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- NCAA D1 Golden Boat winner in 2001 with 25 goals and 14 assists
- Completed three soccer seasons at UNC with 50 goals, 2nd all-time
- Records consist of most goals in a season (25), most points in a season (64), and longest consecutive games with a goal (11)
- All-American and left school early as a Junior to enter the 2001 MLS SuperDraft
MLS and USL Professional
MLS and USL Professional
MLS and USL Professional
- Selected #1 by the San Jose Earthquakes but then traded to Colorado Rapids in 2001
- Major League Soccer career stats - 20 Goals and 20 Assists (2001-2003)
- Holds the Major League Soccer Colorado Rapids Rookie Scoring Record (half season in 2001) - 5 goals, 4 assists
- 2-Time Major League Soccer Player of the Week
- After MLS, played for Rochester Rhinos (United Soccer Leagues 2004), Richmond Kickers (United Soccer Leagues 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009,) and the Carolina Railhawks (United Soccer Leagues 2007)
20+ Years Coaching
MLS and USL Professional
20+ Years Coaching
- Holds a USSF "B" coaching license (obtained in 2009) and was named one of the top coaches in the class, giving him the ability to obtain an "A" license after a 1-year holding period of a B" license, not the standard 3-year hold restriction
- Experience stems from 20+ years of high-level coaching with academies, clubs, high schools, private training, and group clinics and camps
AOT SOCCER AT A GLANCE
#1 Problem
#2 Solution
#2 Solution
Youth soccer players are not as confident as they should be in front of goal. This is due to a lack of proper instruction and training emphasis on striking/finishing. The fault does not lie with team coaches, as they have to focus on tactics and techniques that best suit the team as a whole
#2 Solution
#2 Solution
#2 Solution
I aspired to establish a youth soccer program in the area that focuses exclusively on developing attacking skills. I firmly believe that confidence in front of the goal translates to confidence throughout the field, regardless of a player's position. By providing proper guidance and consistent practice with shooting drills, players will cultivate and trust their attacking instincts in the final third of the field
#3 Result
#2 Solution
#3 Result
That's the motivation behind founding AOT Soccer. I aimed to merge my deep love for soccer, years of professional playing experience, and over two decades of coaching expertise into an attacking-oriented program tailored for young players. Now, I'm thrilled to offer training to youth soccer enthusiasts, helping them refine their finishing skills and develop the confidence and mental grit needed in front of the goal
THE AOT SOCCER TRAINING APPROACH
AOT Soccer - The Ultimate Soccer Training Program for Finishing
Anyone can (and should) dedicate time to refining their soccer abilities independently if they aim to surpass their rivals. Whether it involves improving footwork, perfecting passing and dribbling techniques, or mastering other fundamental skills, these are essential for becoming an elite technical player. I recall spending countless hours on the street outside my home, repeatedly striking the ball against the curb. Nevertheless, achieving proficiency in scoring goals at an advanced level isn't as straightforward when self-teaching. I can attest to this firsthand, as my journey was a lengthy and seemingly endless endeavor!
I'm deeply passionate about instilling confidence in players when they're in front of the goal. I firmly believe that "scoring a goal is tougher than conceding one." Irrespective of your position on the field, mastering the art of being a prolific goal scorer in and around the goal is crucial for success and self-confidence on the pitch. While team training, led by recreation, club, or school coaches, typically focuses on the collective needs of the team, it often lacks the specific emphasis on developing the techniques required to excel as a goal scorer.
Therefore, receiving the proper instruction and consistently taking 40, 50, or even 60 shots can significantly refine and enhance your striking abilities. This will ultimately make you a reliable goal scorer for your team(s)!
The sessions will cover a range of skills, including:
- Executing powerful strikes using the laces, focusing on body positioning and approach angle for maximum power
- Mastering finishing techniques with both the inside and outside of the foot to add finesse, with emphasis on the importance of approach angle
- Developing confidence in taking penalty kicks
- Practicing volleys, side-volleys, and half-volleys from the air, focusing on timing and body positioning
- Improving heading accuracy and power, with attention to offensive heading mechanics and placement
- Enhancing crossing and finishing abilities through a variety of techniques, including low-driven whipped-in balls and high far post service
- Perfecting one-touch finishing while harnessing the momentum of the ball for added power, while ensuring the ball stays low on frame
- Refining two-touch striking skills, utilizing different parts of the body for proper shot preparation for high-quality finishing
- Learning simple yet effective dribbling moves to create space or beat a defender, and finishing with accuracy on target
