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Melanie boasts an impressive 5 and a half years of dedicated service with BVB IA Waterloo. With over 17 years of coaching experience, she has left an indelible mark on the women’s soccer scene in Kitchener-Waterloo. Currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Sport Management at Humber College in her final semester, Melanie’s educational journey also includes a Diploma in Carpentry from Conestoga College, showcasing her diverse interests and skills.Beyond the soccer pitch, Melanie’s passion extends to the trades and projects, accumulating three years of experience in automotive electrical work.
Qualifications:
- C CSA License Certified
- Youth CSA License Certified
- B CSA Diploma Certified
- A License Candidate
Within BVB, Melanie plays a pivotal role in the high-performance OPDL Program, and Regional/District Programs. As the head coach of both the U14G and U17G OPDL teams, she exemplifies leadership and expertise. Melanie has not only been a stellar representative for BVB IA but has also led the School of Excellence in Dallas and contributed to the staff of the School Of Excellence female team in Germany.
Melanie believes in the essence of coaching, stating her favourite quote, “Coaching isn’t depositing more knowledge in an athlete’s brain. Coaching is helping athletes extract as much value from themselves and their environment as they possibly can. Coaching isn’t telling; coaching is helping people do!” – Dan Abrahams.
With an unwavering commitment to making an impact at BVB IA Waterloo and contributing to the women’s game, Melanie looks forward to the exciting journey ahead.
