Meg James
bio
Meg James is originally from Sharon, MA, where she played club soccer with the Scorpions from ages 8–18. She continued her playing career at the University of Vermont as a member of the Division I Women’s Soccer team, serving as captain during her senior year. Following college, Meg pursued a career in education and is now a 4th grade special education teacher in the Canton Public Schools. She is also the assistant coach for the Canton High School Varsity Girls Soccer team, working alongside AFC Club President Idris Senyonjo. Meg has been part of the AFC coaching staff for the past two years, last year with the U-17 Girls team and currently coaching the U-10 Girls Elite team.
licenses
Safe Sport, Grassroots 7v7 & 11v11
philosophy
I believe in creating a positive, challenging, and supportive environment where players feel motivated not only to grow as athletes, but also as people. My goal is to help each player build confidence, resilience, and a true love for the game, while also developing their character and sense of responsibility. I want my players to see the value of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, and to carry those lessons with them off the field as well. Most importantly, I encourage them to embrace challenges, celebrate their progress, and lift one another up, so we create a team culture where growth, effort, and integrity matter more than the scoreboard.