About Me
Hey! I'm Ann Hampton McLester, and soccer has pretty much been my life since I could walk. I started playing when I was 4 and haven't stopped since. I currently play for Lucy Beckham High School and South Carolina Surf, and I've been lucky enough to play for some great club teams around South Carolina over the years. I've received some All-Region and MVP awards along the way, but honestly, what I love most is the opportunity to pass on what I've learned to younger players. There's nothing better than watching a kid finally nail that skill they've been working on or seeing their confidence grow on the field.
Coaching
Every player is different, so every session looks different too. If I'm working with a striker, we're probably going to spend a lot of time on finishing and getting comfortable in front of goal. Defenders? We're talking strategy, positioning, and reading the game. But no matter what position someone plays, we're always working on the fundamentals—speed, ball control, and most importantly, building that confidence that makes everything else click.