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Hope Soccer Camp is staffed by current college soccer players and by former players who are active coaches in the high school, club and college ranks. The camp is directed by its founders, Aric Dershem, Dr. Steven Smith, head coach of the Hope men’s program, and by Lee Schopp, assistant coach of the Hope College men’s varsity soccer program.
 Dr. Steven Smith is currently in his 19th year as the head coach of the Flying Dutchmen. During his time at Hope, Smith has amassed a 269-86-28 record through the 2008 season (a .758 winning percentage), leading Hope College to eight MIAA championships and NCAA tournament appearances. This record of success places Coach Smith among the most accomplished coaches in the NCAA Division III. Coach Smith has been named Mid-East coach of the year and is ranked in the top 20 All-time winningest NCAA Division III college coaches. He holds a Ph.D. in motor development from Michigan State University and the Advanced National diploma from the NSCAA.
Aric Dershem completed his playing career at Hope College as a four-year starter and an All-MIAA goalkeeper. Aric went on to serve as an assistant coach at both the University of Notre Dame and Indiana University men’s varsity soccer programs. Aric currently holds an Advanced National diploma from the NSCAA, a NSCAA Level III Goalkeeping Diploma, and is widely recognized as both clinician and coach. Aric has spent the past two season training the goalkeepers at Hope College. 
Lee Schopp brings his wealth of experience as a two-time All America player and over a 15 years of coaching experience to every aspect of the camp. Lee’s commitment to developing players has helped shape the success of the Hope College soccer program and his motivational approach to the game is integral in developing the unique environment that differentiates the Hope Soccer Camp from other camps. Lee currently serves as the assistant coach at Hope College.
The Hope Soccer Camp prides itself on the quality of its coordinators and staff coaches. All coordinating coaches are highly experienced, assuring the highest-quality learning environment possible. The Hope Soccer Camp continually strives to identify qualified professional coaches to maintain the high standards of the camp.
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