Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
Coach Marvyn Dorchin is one of the newest members of the Northwood Soccer program. Coach Marvyn Dorchin works between the U17 and U19 teams. Born and raised in France, Dorchin began his soccer career with AS Gagnes-Le Cros, a local club in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region near Nice. “That’s where I first fell in love with the game,” said Dorchin.
At age fourteen, Dorchin and his family relocated to the United States, settling in the Boston area. Dorchin continued his soccer career, joining local clubs before being scouted to join the U.S. Development Academy (DA), the country’s top level of youth soccer. Playing for Seacoast United, His club faced some of the best teams in the nation, including several teams from MLS academies. “Playing in DA was an incredible experience,” said Dorchin. “It showed me what it takes to play at the highest level.”
Dorchin began his college career at Springfield College, a Division III program, as a freshman before transferring to the University of Massachusetts Amherst, a Division I program. Dorchin quickly earned the starting goalkeeper position and was named captain for two seasons. Over the course of his college career, he played in 60 matches and helped lead UMass to the second round of the NCAA tournament, where they faced Penn State. “Being the captain at UMass really teaches me that leadership can go beyond the field,” said Dorchin.
After graduating, Dorchin pursued his dream of playing professionally across Europe and North America, joining clubs in Spain, Norway, Ireland, and the USA. “It was challenging moving between different countries, but each stop made me into a better person and player,” said Dorchin.
Now at Northwood School, Dorchin puts all his passion into coaching. “The faculty welcomed me like family,” says Dorchin. “It only took a month to feel completely at home.” Dorchin coaches two teams, oversees goalkeepers, and directs the strength and conditioning program for the U17 and U19 squads. “Coaching lets me give back to the game that has given me everything,” said Coach Marvyn Dorchin.
Coach Marvyn Dorchin just started his new coaching career at Northwood School, working with both the U17 and U19 teams. He is a significant asset to the soccer program, sharing his experience playing at high levels and preparing the players for the next level.
