VISION
Enhance the sporting journey of the youth athlete, parent & coach.
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MISSION
Inform and support youth sport participants with the objective to maximize their enjoyment and development. CID SPORT will increase awareness, provide education and training centered on holistic development for youth athletes, parents, & coaches to thrive.
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VALUES
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Create
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​think outside the box = "find solutions"
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Inspire
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​motivate positive change = "improve"
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Deliver
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​complete the task = "get it done”
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Craig Dalrymple
Owner & President
Craig is a former collegiate and professional (soccer) athlete, who has coached in elite athlete development programs for 30+ years. Craig has held leadership positions in professional soccer academies (EPL & MLS) for 15+ years and has contributed to over 75+ players turning professional and 100+ earning college athletic scholarships. He holds the highest coaching license in the world (UEFA Pro License) and is the proud father of three children all actively involved in youth sport (Lacrosse, Softball, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Field Hockey, & Equestrian).
Craig's journey (biography)
FORMAL EDUCATION
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Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology)
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Certificate in health & fitness studies
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Simon Fraser University​
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Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist credential
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Sport Psychology (level 4)
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English FA​
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Soccer coaching A licenses from 3 federations
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English FA, US Soccer, Canadian Soccer.
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UEFA Pro License
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​English FA
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Elite Formation Coaching License
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French Football Federation
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Academy Managers License
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English FA
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ATHLETIC (PLAYING) CAREER
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SENIOR
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Drafted by Vancouver 86's
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1995​ college draft
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Played professional soccer USL A League
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Over 40 professional appearances 1995-98
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COLLEGE​
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Male collegiate athlete of the year
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Capilano College (1992)
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Two National Championship appearances
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Over 50 appearances
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Simon Fraser University (1993 & 1994) ​
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YOUTH
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recruited by pro soccer club (Ipswich Town FC) aged 12​
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represeted club at U14 to U23​
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completed pro soccer apprenticeship
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COACHING CAREER
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30+ years coaching experience
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Professional & Grassroots​
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Professional academy coaching = 15 years
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England = Portsmouth FC (English Premier League)
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Canada = Vancouver Whitecaps FC (Major League Soccer)
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United States = Inter Miami CF (Major League Soccer)
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Professional senior coaching = 3 years
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MLS 1st team Interim Head Coach
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MLS U23 Head Coach
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Youth national team
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Canada Soccer technical coach (U17-U20)
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Grassroots academy coaching for 15+ years
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U12 to U23 coaching roles
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LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
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PROFESSIONAL SPORT
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Major League Soccer
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Academy Director - Inter Miami CF
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2021 to 2023 =​ ​150+ players & 25+ staff
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Academy Technical Director - Vancouver Whitecaps FC
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2010 to 2020 = 65+ players​ & 15+ staff
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English Premier League - Portsmouth FC​​
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Academy age group coordinator​
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GRASSROOTS SPORT
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Technical Director - Surrey United Soccer Club
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1999 to 2009 = 2000+ players & 100+ coaches​
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COMMITTEE MEMBER​​
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MLS Next Leadership Group​
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MLS Player Development
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BC Soccer Player Development
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Double-Pass Elite Task Force
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