SOCCER
Soccer at the Plex offers an exciting and dynamic environment for players of all ages and skill levels. With top-notch facilities and expert coaching, our programs are designed to develop skills, foster teamwork, and ignite a passion for the game. Whether you're joining a league, participating in a clinic, or attending a camp, you'll find plenty of opportunities to enjoy soccer at its best.
Our Coaches
Patrik Roche
Soccer
Patrick Roche is the owner of Soccer Education and Training w/Patrik, which was established in 2013. Born and raised in Ireland, Patrick developed knowledge and skills in soccer from an early age and became his local club’s youngest player at the senior level. He eventually played in the Premier division in his hometown of Waterford. He moved to Dublin in 1991, playing in Division 1 until 1996, when he "hung up his boots" to concentrate on youth coaching. At that time, he received training in Sports Psychology and Sports Therapy (Ki massage). Moving to the Lehigh Valley in 2013, Patrick began coaching players and coaches in Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill counties. He also developed a mentorship program to help young players develop confidence and leadership skills. He still graces the field with the Over 50s in Allentown, but his greatest reward now is helping young players develop the skills to become good athletes and better human beings. Patrick's mission is to infuse increased rigor and expectation in soccer training, challenging players to be their best and sparking a lifelong passion for soccer.