Luis Borja
Ontario
Summary
Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support. Proponent of detailed finance and resource management to maintain positive perception of program and expand competitive opportunities.
Experienced with team leadership and strategic planning, driving performance and growth. Utilizes effective communication and motivational techniques to inspire athletes and staff. Track record of building cohesive teams and implementing training programs that deliver results.
Professional leader with commitment to achieving excellence in athletic programs. Renowned for developing strategic game plans and mentoring athletes to reach their full potential. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and results-oriented, excelling in dynamic environments. Skilled in game analysis, player development, and team management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Coaching
Blues
06.2024 - Current
- Established a positive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, respect, and open communication among athletes and staff.
- Adapted coaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and motivate athletes to reach their full potential.
- Organized competitive events such as tournaments, showcases, and camps to provide athletes with additional opportunities for skill development and exposure to college recruiters.
- Implemented cutting-edge technology for video analysis of games and practices to provide immediate feedback on performance improvement areas.
- Increased athlete performance levels through personalized coaching strategies tailored to individual strengths and needs.
- Streamlined team communication by implementing a centralized platform for sharing practice schedules, game plans, and progress reports.
- Fostered strong relationships between players, parents, school administrators, collegiate scouts – contributing significantly towards program reputation enhancement.
- Verified that coaches in program attained full certification and licensure.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on current policies from governing bodies like USA Soccer Federation.
Varsity Head Coach
Chino Hills High School
08.2024 - Current
- Created an inclusive environment that celebrated diversity among team members while fostering unity towards a common goal.
- Developed athletes'' skills through focused coaching, leading to improved individual and team results.
- Nurtured a positive team atmosphere by emphasizing respect, sportsmanship, and camaraderie among players.
- Managed all aspects of team operations including budgeting, scheduling, travel arrangements, and equipment management.
- Cultivated positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, and school administration, promoting open communication channels.
- Organized community outreach events for the team to participate in volunteer opportunities, giving back to the local community.
- Collaborated with athletic trainers to develop injury prevention protocols, ensuring athlete safety during practices and games.
- Ensured adherence to state athletics guidelines by staying current on regulations and communicating necessary information to players and staff members accordingly.
- Mentored assistant coaches and delegated responsibilities as needed, developing their professional growth within the athletic department.
- Coordinated fundraising events, generating financial support for team equipment and travel expenses.
Director of Coaching
Strikers Fc North
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Established a positive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, respect, and open communication among athletes and staff.
- Adapted coaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and motivate athletes to reach their full potential.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on current policies from governing bodies like USA Soccer Federation.
- Supported execution of development program to retain and grow coaching staff.
- Directed training, conditioning and performance of sports program and led and supervised coaches in efforts with assigned teams.
- Increased athlete performance levels through personalized coaching strategies tailored to individual strengths and needs.
- Streamlined team communication by implementing a centralized platform for sharing practice schedules, game plans, and progress reports.
- Organized competitive events such as tournaments, showcases, and camps to provide athletes with additional opportunities for skill development and exposure to college recruiters.
- Maximized player potential by creating individualized development plans based on each athlete''s unique skills, goals, and aspirations.
Director of Coaching
Freedom FC
02.2012 - 06.2022
- Directed training, conditioning and performance of sports program and led and supervised coaches in efforts with assigned teams.
- Established a positive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, respect, and open communication among athletes and staff.
- Raised funds for equipment upgrades, travel expenses, and scholarship opportunities through various fundraising efforts.
- Supported execution of development program to retain and grow coaching staff.
- Guided and assisted coaches in writing training exercises for private youth coaching sessions.
- Increased athlete performance levels through personalized coaching strategies tailored to individual strengths and needs.
Education
Associates -
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA06-2001
No Degree -
Cypress College
Cypress, CA08-2000
High School Diploma -
Loara High School
Anaheim, CA05-1998
Skills
- Tactical awareness
- Motivational techniques
- Physical conditioning
- Game preparation
- Player development
- Sports psychology
- Personable and friendly
- Team motivation
- Effective communication
- Building relationships
- Motivational leadership style
- Group leadership
- Athlete development
- Financial planning
Accomplishments
- Building and expansion of youth soccer clubs through the recruitment of coaches and players.
- Winning various tournaments including a State Cup championship, Las Vegas Mayors Cup, and Players Showcase.
- Oversight and development of High school's soccer program.
- Built Blues Soccer Club IE Chapter from the ground up, with the addition of 7 teams and 4 coaches beginning in the 23-24 season with continue growth patterns.
- Achieved developmental growth across team by introducing VEO for game analysis and player feedback.
Certification
- SafeSport Training Certificate – U.S Center for SafeSport.
- United States Soccer Federation Coaching License (USSF License) - United States Soccer Federation National C License
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
- Valid California Driver's License
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Playing experience
- Santa Ana Winds/Fullerton Rangers, NPSL 2012-2014
- Southern California Seahorses 2002-2003
- Trained at AC Leon, Mexico Division 2001, 2002
- Fullerton College men's soccer 2001-2002
- Cypress College men's soccer 2000-2001
- Guerreros de Acapulco, Mexico Division 1A, 1998-1999
- Cal south ODP State player 1997-1998
Timeline
Varsity Head Coach
Chino Hills High School
08.2024 - Current
Director of Coaching
Blues
06.2024 - Current
Director of Coaching
Strikers Fc North
06.2022 - 06.2024
Director of Coaching
Freedom FC
02.2012 - 06.2022
Associates -
Fullerton College
No Degree -
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
Loara High School
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