Mahat brings a high level of tactical knowledge, a passion for player development, and deep community roots to Nordic Soccer Club. Grown locally, Mahat’s own playing journey spans elite regional club soccer with Queen City FC and collegiate play at Southern Vermont College (NCAA Division III). Having competed across both attacking and defensive lines—with a particular affinity for the central backline and defensive midfield—his versatile playing background shapes his comprehensive understanding of pitch geometry and team organization.

Currently serving as the Head Coach for both our U12 Boys Green VPL and U14 Boys Green VPL teams, Mahat centers his coaching methodology on building high-level soccer IQ. He excels at breaking down complex tactical systems into actionable concepts, empowering players to read the game dynamically, make sharp decisions under pressure, and master spatial awareness.

Beyond his club duties, Mahat serves as the Head Coach for the Essex High School Boys’ Varsity team (having previously served as an assistant coach for Burlington High School). In this dual role, Mahat is deeply committed to fostering a unified, community-driven soccer pipeline across Essex. He works directly with local middle school coaches and staff—starting at the 6th-grade level—to align training methodologies, elevate foundational standards, and seamlessly prepare young athletes for the physical and tactical demands of high school soccer.

Coaching Qualifications

USSF "C" License