1UP’s Latest Coaching Addition

Written By Alec Wells

Kimia Kassanda

1UP fam, welcome Kimia Kassanda to the 1UP coaching staff!

We have been waiting for this baller's return for a while! Former Vancouver Whitecaps, KAA Gent (Belgium), Crewe Alexandra (England) and current UofC Dinos Striker is now apart of the 1UP Team. The 1UP Fam is lucky to have this one on the team!

Here’s what Kimia had to say about joining the 1UP staff…

“Hey guys! I’m so happy with how my first couple of weeks have gone at 1UP. Everyone’s been really welcoming and helpful in getting me started,” Kimia said.

“It’s been super fun getting to know the players and helping them improve their games and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for 1UP!”

Kimia Kassanda

Click below to check out Kimia’s announcement video on the 1UP Soccer Instagram


Kimia Kassanda IG Annoucement Video



This Week in Training:

Attacking & Defensive

Transition

(March 10th - March 16th)

Photo Courtesy of ShotsbySB

Attacking & Defensive

Transition

This week’s objective: Players will gain the tools necessary to begin and stop counter attacks, allowing them to control all moments of the game!

Coaching Points:

Attacking Transition:

  1. Commit defender

  2. Analyze space between defender and ball

  3. Analyze space behind defender

  4. Decision: Dribble or pass (try to add disguise)

  5. Change of pace after ball beats defender ball

Defensive Transition:

  1. Arrive at the ball quickly

  2. Slow down as you get close

  3. Get low and delay

  4. Wait for a trigger to win the ball

    • bad touch

    • attacker’s head is down

    • attacker turns their back

We hope everyone has a great training week!

Click here to view the full indoor 2024-25 training menu

1UP Indoor 2024/25 Training Menu


Alec Wells

Alec Wells is a current player at 1UP Soccer and coach. He is currently studying Journalism at St. Thomas University in Fredricton, New Brunswick. Alec always brings and incredible enthusiasm and willingness to learn, which makes him a joy to be around and a very intellectual individual.