KYLE VERCHEREAU
Co-Founder & CEO
Director of Field Player Development
Kyle specializes in technical and tactical development, with over a decade of experience coaching teams.
“I prefer one-on-one or small group coaching because it encourages collaborative conversations with athletes, refining my coaching style to fit their unique needs. This environment enables us to explore a broader range of topics, diving deeper into the concepts, techniques, and individual needs. It shifts the focus from complex team patterns to isolating essential game mechanics.”
Kyle specializes in technical and tactical development, with over a decade of experience coaching teams. He has also served as a Director of Field Player & Goalkeeper Development for over 7 years. His track record includes successfully developing athletes who have gone on to pursue their careers at NCAA D1, D2, and D3 levels, as well as signing professional contracts in Spain and the US.
In addition to founding and overseeing Shock Sports, Kyle has dedicated more than a decade to Field Player & Goalkeeper Development. He actively serves as a Head Coach at ODP Vermont, where he has contributed to the selection of numerous players for the regional pool and regional ODP Team.
A native of Montpelier, Vermont, Kyle's early years involved playing soccer, hockey, and lacrosse at U-32 High School, where he found success by winning back-to-back hockey championships and returning the following year. Kyle also reached the championship in soccer and received multiple accolades, including Vermont first-team all-state selection, First Team All-Capital League, and an honorable mention in the Burlington Free Press.
He continued his soccer journey at New England College, where he stood out as a starting defender in his freshman season. He later transferred to Northern Vermont University - Johnson, where he was named captain in his first season, leading the team to the playoffs for the first time in over 5 years.
Kyle's extensive experience spans various roles:
Player Development (7+ Years)
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Vice President of a Private Soccer Academy
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ODP Vermont Head Coach
Club Roles (10+ Years)
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General Manager
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Director of Goalkeeping for Boys and Girls ages 6-19
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Head Coach for Boys and Girls teams ages 6-19
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Technical Director
College Roles
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Assistant & Goalkeeper Coach Northern Vermont University - Johnson Men’s and Women’s Team
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Assistant Coach & Goalkeeper Trainer Saint Michael’s College Women’s Soccer Team
Current Certifications:
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USSF E License
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NSCAA Goalkeeper Level 1 & 2 Diploma
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Fundamentals of Coaching
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First Aid Health and Safety | CPR / AED
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Concussion in Sports
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SafeSport
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Implicit Bias