Biography

Josh is currently an assistant coach with the Simon Fraser University Men’s soccer team. He has held head coach, assistant coach and technical staff positions within the BC Soccer Provincial Team Program. Josh has also coached several elite youth soccer teams within the BC Soccer Premier League (BCSPL) from 2013-2018.

Prior to 2014, Josh served as technical staff with Excel Soccer Academy in North Vancouver and was the head coach. He currently holds a Canadian Soccer Association A License as well as an NSCAA Advanced National Diploma. Josh has also spent time with top professional academies of English Premier League, Serie A and Major League Soccer teams, learning best practices from around the world.

Josh played four years for Simon Fraser University in the late 80’s/early 90’s where he made two NAIA National Championship appearances and received All-Conference team selections. He had professional trials within North America and has also played locally in the VMSL with Croatia SC and Clan Alumni, winning an Imperial Cup with the former.

Josh is originally a native of Seattle, Washington, and moved to BC at a young age. He grew up and played his youth soccer in the Vancouver/lower mainland area. He majored in Kinesiology at SFU, received his certificate in the BC Sports Aid Program (Athletic Trainer) and has completed the NCCP concussion protocol course.

Josh enjoys working with youth players to help them reach their fullest potential. He has had great success in helping a number of players get opportunities to play at the next level.