Byron C.

I have extensive experience coaching and training athletes across various age groups and competitive levels. I’ve worked with athletes ranging from youth and high school to collegiate. Ages range from 8 years old to adult 18 plus. My coaching philosophy centers on developing both the physical and mental aspects of performance, with an emphasis on long-term athletic development, injury prevention, and specific skill progression. Certifications I have at the moment are Grassroots 4v4

I’ve competed at a high level both domestically and internationally. I began with Laguna United FC and continued at Beckman High School and Santa Ana College in Southern California. My career then took me abroad, where I played in Costa Rica’s 3rd Division with Soccerviza and Guatemala’s 1st Division with Antigua GFC. In the U.S., I competed in USL League Two and the UPSL with AMSG FC. Internationally, I also played in Romania’s 4th Division with ACS Turul Micula and in the 3rd Division with Olimpia Satu Mare. These diverse experiences shaped my understanding of the game, exposed me to a range of playing styles, and instilled a strong sense of adaptability, professionalism, and global perspective that I now bring into my coaching.

A typical session with me is structured to maximize both technical skill development and overall athletic conditioning. I begin with a dynamic warm-up to get the body prepared for movement, focusing on mobility, activation, and injury prevention. From there, I incorporate specific drills tailored to the athlete’s needs, whether it’s improving footwork, ball control, passing, or positioning.

I use a combination of drills that challenge both physical and mental aspects of the game, emphasizing decision-making, reaction time, and adaptability in real-game scenarios.

Throughout the session, I focus on building a strong work ethic, maintaining proper technique, and ensuring that athletes understand the "why" behind each drill or movement. My goal is to not only improve performance but also boost confidence and teach athletes how to approach challenges both on and off the field.

Lastly, we finish with a cool-down and stretching routine to aid recovery and reduce the risk of injury.