Steve Applebee- Vice-President, Head Coach, Goalie CoachContact: 810-444-6079
Email: [email protected]
25+ years of experience coaching soccer
1990-93 Canusa/Mott league
1998-2006 Grand Blanc High School junior varsity boys and girls soccer coach
2006-08 Davison varsity boys soccer
2011-present DCFC Genesee vice president/Goalie coach
2014-2020 DCFC 08 boys head coach
2019-present Grand Blanc junior varsity boys and girls soccer coach
30+ years of playing experience
1984-1990 Genesee Star Soccer club
1986-1989 Grand Blanc high school
1996 Central Michigan University Men's club team
Licenses and awards:
United States soccer coaching education
9v9 grassroots license
11v11 grassroots license
1989 honorable mention all big 9
2006 big 9 coach of the year
USSF "D" License
Philosophy of coaching:
As a coach/teacher I believe it is important to establish an environment that allows all players to grow in a way that is advantageous to the player and the team. If the coaches, players, and parents are all aware of the goals of the team then a successful team can be established. I also believe that If my teams play together, play hard, and have fun then their maximum potential will be reached.
Greatest moments:
As a player: Being on the 1987 state finalists grand blanc high school soccer team
As a high school coach: Winning the 2006 district championship game at Davison high school
As a travel coach: Watching my 08 boys team advance themselves through the travel soccer system and qualify for the directors academy.
Best part of coaching:
The best parts of coaching are watching players work hard and achieve a level of success that they never thought was possible. I also truly enjoy watching the bonds and friendships that are formed that may last throughout their lifetimes. At the end of the day the friendships, memories, and experiences will be things that outlast any wins and losses.