"Catch Them Being Good." ~ Tony Dicicco
How Parents & Players Feel About TST
"If you’re thinking about utilizing Coach Rick, we would highly recommend it, not only for his technique and skill, but for his ability to connect with the youth. Our son has enjoyed going to his lessons and looks forward to it. Coach Rick is engaged, positive, effective, and cares about seeing his students grow. We are extremely thankful we found him!"
Kristen | Leland, NC
We highly recommend Coach Rick and Total Soccer training. His communication and overall approach to coaching was excellent. My children first worked with Rick at a TTS summer clinic in 2022. The children had so much fun learning new drills and friendly competition. I could hear the kids' excitement across the park. My daughter wanted to sign up for his fall team after this week of summer camp. I'd say that working with Coach Rick improved my daughter's confidence. This was her first year playing 8v8 and she fully understands the game, the field positions. He never yelled at them, he allowed them to make mistakes and learn from them. He also gave every player an even amount of playing time. If you are considering signing your child up for one of his clinics you will not regret it!
Kelly | Hampstead, NC
Thank you for letting [my son] join you all during the CASA Thanksgiving clinics despite being younger. He came home absolutely loving it and saying how proud he was of himself and how much fun he had!
Khara | Sneads Ferry, NC
What did you like about Coach Rick's camp this summer? "Like a lot a lot of fun. He taught me how to hook turn and he was really nice."
Kate | Age 7
What did you like about Coach Rick's camp this summer? "It was a lot of fun. He made it fun because he is a really good coach and nice"
Luke | Age 9.
Nicole | Willow (Outfield)
Our son has had a tremendous experience and we have seen an amazing change in his abilities in such a short time frame. How has the 1 on 1 training helped Connor? Having 1 on 1 training with Coach Rick is giving Connor the confidence, the decision making skills, and technique to advance to the next level. What would you say to someone who is thinking of having their son/daughter work with me? If you’re thinking about utilizing Coach Rick, we would highly recommend it, not only for his technique and skill, but for his ability to connect with the youth. Our son has enjoyed going to his lessons and looks forward to it. Coach Rick is engaged, positive, effective, and cares about seeing his students grow. We are extremely thankful we found him! This was [her] first time ever playing soccer on a team. And now she wants her own soccer field in our backyard she loves it that much now. Coach Rick made that experience for her so special and I hope she carries it on into middle and high school. I would say if someone was looking for a good coach, leader, mentor, team motivator coach Rick is your guy. He cares, he let's them be themselves, have fun and that's what it's all about. Plus my daughter learned soooo much this year. We are thankful for coach Rick. Anyone who gets him as a coach is lucky.
Kristen | Connor (Goalkeeper)
My daughter has a speech delay. Coach Rick always took his time listening to her, not making her feel bad for not understanding something and instead taking his time to help and explain it. She enjoyed being on his team so much. This was [her] first time ever playing soccer on a team. And now she wants her own soccer field in our backyard she loves it that much now. Coach Rick made that experience for her so special and I hope she carries it on into middle and high school. I would say if someone was looking for a good coach, leader, mentor, team motivator coach Rick is your guy. He cares, he let's them be themselves, have fun and that's what it's all about. Plus my daughter learned soooo much this year. We are thankful for coach Rick. Anyone who gets him as a coach is lucky.
Tawny| Hampstead, NC
I would highly recommend Coach Rick to teach your child soccer skills from beginner to more advanced players! He knows the sport, techniques and skills but most importantly how to rally a sense of teamwork. This past season my daughter truly engaged and grew tremendously in her skill and confidence on the field. Coach Rick’s guidance and positive energy helped her 100%!
Brenda| Wilmington, NC
We highly recommend Coach Rick and Total Soccer training. His communication and overall approach to coaching was excellent. My children first worked with Rick at a TTS summer clinic in 2022. The children had so much fun learning new drills and friendly competition. I could hear the kids' excitement across the park. My daughter wanted to sign up for his fall team after this week of summer camp. I'd say that working with Coach Rick improved my daughter's confidence. This was her first year playing 8v8 and she fully understands the game, the field positions. He never yelled at them, he allowed them to make mistakes and learn from them. He also gave every player an even amount of playing time. If you are considering signing your child up for one of his clinics you will not regret it! This was [her] first time ever playing soccer on a team. And now she wants her own soccer field in our backyard she loves it that much now. Coach Rick made that experience for her so special and I hope she carries it on into middle and high school. I would say if someone was looking for a good coach, leader, mentor, team motivator coach Rick is your guy. He cares, he let's them be themselves, have fun and that's what it's all about. Plus my daughter learned soooo much this year. We are thankful for coach Rick. Anyone who gets him as a coach is lucky.