Cristian R.

### Coaching Experience

I have over five years of experience coaching and developing youth soccer players at multiple levels, from beginners to competitive club and MLS NEXT. I currently coach with the Portland Timbers Discovery Program and at the MLS NEXT level. I hold a USSF C License and have experience working with players across different ages and ability levels. My focus is on technical development, decision making, confidence, and helping players better understand the game.

I grew up playing competitive club soccer locally and continued playing for one year at the junior college level. My experience as a player helped shape my coaching style and gives me an understanding of what players need technically, tactically, and mentally to continue developing.

Every session is built around the individual player and what they need to improve. Sessions take place at my own indoor training facility, The Football Center, giving players a dedicated environment to train and develop. We focus on technical ability, first touch, passing, dribbling, finishing, movement, and decision making, while incorporating realistic game situations.