Coach Sydney brings energy, creativity, and a strong passion for player development to Houston Surf. Born on August 19, 1999, Sydney believes the game should be played with confidence, intelligence, and most importantly, enjoyment.

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Inspired by players like Ousmane Dembélé, Sydney encourages a style of play that is passionate, creative, unpredictable, and exciting to watch. Her coaching philosophy centers on building strong connections with players while creating an environment where they feel confident expressing themselves on the field. She places a strong emphasis on development, ensuring players are always learning and applying new ideas both in training and in games, while also taking lessons from the game into everyday life.

Sydney focuses on making the game enjoyable while instilling confidence in her players and helping them understand the importance of teamwork and trust. Her teams play with an attacking, possession-based style, encouraging players to move the ball with purpose, think creatively, and enjoy the freedom that comes with understanding the game.

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A supporter of Arsenal and FC Barcelona, Sydney appreciates the intelligence and creativity both clubs display in their style of play. She strives to bring that same mindset to her teams by helping players simplify the game through smart decision-making and fluid ball movement.

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Above all, Sydney looks for players who are passionate, creative, willing to learn, and unafraid to make mistakes as they grow. Her goal is to help players build confidence in themselves and their teammates while remembering that fútbol should always be played with a smile.