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Utah Youth Soccer Coach of the Month
April 2006

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Coach: Damian Munoz

Current Team: I am currently coaching the Utah Blitzz FC U13 boys. In addition, I also train the Blitzz U13 girls Premier, U11 boys Premier, U11 boys D3, U12 boys D2, and the U10 girls.

Coaching Experience:M I hold the USSF National D License. I have also coached for the Hornets Soccer Club in Palm Beach, Florida, USA here in Utah, and now for the Utah Blitzz FC.

Playing Experience: I have played for Club Deportivo Berazategui (Argentina), Club Atletico Independiente (Argentina), Miami Breakers (USA), and professionally for the Utah Blitzz (2000-2004).

Favorite Soccer Team: Boca Juniors (Argentina)

Favorite Soccer Player: Diego Armando Maradona

Most Memorable Soccer Experience(s): In 1995, playing in an exhibition game with Independiente versus the U17 Argentine National Team. We tied 1-1 in front of 35,000 spectators. Other memorable experiences were winning the National Championship with the Utah Blitzz in 2001 and 2004.

Coaching Philosophy: Always train like you are the best, but don't believe that you are the best.

Favorite Movie: Dumb and Dumber

Favorite Book: Yo Soy el Diego - (a book about Diego Maradona's life)

Favorite Food: Pasta and Argentine barbecue

Special Interests: My family (my wife and 2 month old son, Maximus), my friends, computers and soccer.

Damian Says: "You know how to play, you know what to do, so concentrate and enjoy the game!"


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