
Our Story
Founded in 2008, Warech Associates has a single mission: to help clubs create robust, engaging, high-performing youth sports club experiences. Under the leadership of Dr. Michael Warech, our consultants bring more than 25 years of experience in helping organizations, teams, and individuals maximize their capability and impact. We have worked with town, travel, and elite clubs, high schools, and college programs as well as professional players and coaches. We are passionate about our work and welcome the opportunity to partner with your club and its leadership team.
About the Founder
Michael A. Warech, Ph.D. is a recognized expert in the field of youth sports, mental skills development, and performance analytics. His research has focused on the role of sports in promoting physical, psychosocial, and achievement related development, with an emphasis on the identification and measurement of the key drivers behind meaningful, engaging athletic environments. Dr. Warech has worked extensively with coaches and teams to enhance the quality and success of their programs.
Dr. Warech holds a Ph.D. in Applied Psychology from Stevens Institute of Technology. A frequent speaker at national conventions and conferences, his research has appeared in peer review journals, newspapers, and business periodicals. Dr. Warech was selected to serve on the National Commission on Testing and Public Policy, chaired by President Bill Clinton. An active member of the American Psychological Association and the American Psychological Society, Michael received his undergraduate degree in psychology from Emory University.
Some of Our Clients and Partners
- United Soccer Coaches
- New Jersey Youth Soccer
- United Soccer Leagues
- Jersey United Soccer Club
- Blue Star Orange County
- USA Maccabi Soccer
- People to People International
- University of North Florida
- Christopher Newport University
- Morristown High School (NJ)
- Westfield High School (NJ)
- Morristown-Beard School (NJ)
- Hunterdon Central Regional High School (NJ)