David Farrokh

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David Farrokh

David Farrokh leads the integration of scientific research and coaching practice at Transforming Soccer. In addition to his scientific expertise, he brings championship-winning NCAA playing experience and over a decade of coaching experience across the United States and United Kingdom.

More recently, he has led coach education initiatives and developed curricula within top NCAA athletic programs.

David holds a PhD in Sport and Human Performance and conducts empirical research on competitive coordination, anticipation, decision-making, attention, and flow states.

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Nick Smallridge

Practice Design Lead

Nick Smallridge

Nick Smallridge is the Assistant Varsity Girls Soccer Coach and English teacher at Bentonville High School in Bentonville, Arkansas, where he helps lead one of the state's most competitive girls soccer programs.

He works with both varsity and junior varsity players, focusing on technical skill development, tactical awareness, and mental preparation to help athletes perform at their best on the field.

Nick coaches from a Constraints-Led Approach, emphasizing game-like learning environments where players develop real decision-making skills through interaction with the task and their environment. By designing practices that mirror match conditions, he ensures skills transfer directly from training to games.

Whether on the field or in the classroom, Nick brings a learner-centered mindset that empowers students and athletes to grow and succeed.

David Farrokh

Scientific Research Lead

David Farrokh

David Farrokh leads the integration of scientific research and coaching practice at Transforming Soccer. In addition to his scientific expertise, he brings championship-winning NCAA playing experience and over a decade of coaching experience across the United States and United Kingdom.

More recently, he has led coach education initiatives and developed curricula within top NCAA athletic programs.

David holds a PhD in Sport and Human Performance and conducts empirical research on competitive coordination, anticipation, decision-making, attention, and flow states.

Game-Changing Soccer Training Program

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$49 USD · One-time payment

8 structured sessions, 32+ small-sided games, diagrams, video demonstrations, and principles of play.

Online purchasing will be available soon.

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