Jonathan A.

I have experience coaching and training athletes from ages 3–17 at both the recreational and club levels. Throughout my coaching journey, I have worked with boys and girls of various skill levels, helping players improve their technical ability, confidence, teamwork, and understanding of the game.
I primarily work with individual players and small groups, which allows me to provide personalized instruction and focus on each athlete’s development needs. My coaching style emphasizes skill development, discipline, positive encouragement, and creating a competitive but enjoyable environment for young athletes to grow.
I currently hold my U.S. Soccer Grassroots License and plan to continue expanding my education by pursuing additional coaching certifications and licenses in the future. I am passionate about helping young players develop both on and off the field while building strong fundamentals and a love for the game. My goal as a coach is to create a positive learning environment where athletes can improve, gain confidence, and reach their full potential.

One of my proudest accomplishments was earning a professional trial opportunity with Club Chivas Guadalajara in Mexico. That experience gave me the chance to train and compete in a professional environment while learning from elite-level coaches and players. My experiences as a player continue to shape my coaching philosophy and passion for athlete development.
I have competed at the recreational, club, and collegiate levels throughout my soccer career, gaining valuable experience in a variety of competitive environments. I played for several respected clubs including Surf, Fullerton Rangers, Strikers FC, Legends FC, and Anaheim FC, where I continued to develop my technical ability, game intelligence, discipline, and leadership on and off the field.
At the collegiate level, I competed in Division II soccer in Southern California, which helped me grow as both an athlete and teammate while facing strong competition at a higher level of play. Throughout my playing career, I earned multiple MVP awards in recognition of my performance, work ethic, leadership qualities, and overall impact during matches and training sessions.

I have competed at the recreational, club, and collegiate levels throughout my soccer career. I played for competitive clubs including Surf, Fullerton Rangers, Strikers FC, Legends FC, and Anaheim FC, where I developed strong technical skills and gained experience competing against high-level players.
At the collegiate level, I competed in Division II soccer in Southern California, which helped me further grow as a player both mentally and physically while competing in a demanding environment. Throughout my playing career, I earned several MVP awards for my performances, leadership, and consistency on the field.
One of my biggest accomplishments was earning a professional trial opportunity with Club Chivas Guadalajara in Mexico. That experience allowed me to train and compete in a professional setting while learning from high-level coaches and players. My background as a player helps me better understand athlete development and allows me to bring valuable experience and insight into my coaching approach today.