DONALD MAPLES

Donald Maples has a diverse work experience in the field of soccer coaching and goalkeeping. DONALD has held various roles at different organizations, starting from their role as a Head Coach of Girls Soccer at Rockwood High School in 2016, where they led the team to a high ranking and advanced to the Elite 8 in the post-season. DONALD also served as the Head Coach Girls Soccer at Bay High School from 2015 to 2017.

Donald has experience as a Director of Goalkeeping at Florida Elite - Tallahassee and as a Director of Coaching at Casper Soccer Club Inc. DONALD was also a Technical Advisor and ODP Coach at Wyoming Soccer Association, where they implemented educational programs and provided coaching resources.

In terms of youth soccer associations, Donald was a Staff Coach - Goalkeeping at Florida Youth Soccer Association (FYSA) and later worked as a Staff Coach and GK Coach at Alabama Youth Soccer Association.

Donald's expertise in goalkeeping extends to their work as a Coaching Instructor at the U.S. Soccer Federation and as a Region 3 Coach - Goalkeeping. DONALD has also been involved in player development as a Staff Coach / Owner of Clean Sheet Goalkeeper Academy, where they designed and implemented a successful curriculum for goalkeepers at various skill levels. Additionally, they have served as a Staff Coach / Director of Goalkeeping / Tournament Director at Chattanooga Football Club.

Throughout their career, Donald has demonstrated a passion for soccer and a commitment to developing players and coaches at all levels.

Donald Maples earned a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management from Tusculum University, which they attended from 2010 to 2012. DONALD later pursued further education at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Recreation & Sport Management & Sustainability/Environmental Science from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, Donald has earned several certifications related to soccer coaching and goalkeeping, including Attacking Principles of Play, Defending Principles of Play, and Key Moments in the Game from the United Soccer Coaches in 2018. DONALD also holds a Director of Coaching certification from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, which they obtained in January 2012. Furthermore, they possess a National Goalkeeping Diploma from the same association, which they received in June 2010, as well as a USSF B License from the United States Soccer Federation, obtained in January 2008.