Meet the Team

My coaching philosophy is rooted in progress, I don’t plan on developing players for perfection, rather progression. Everyone grows at different speeds and has their own set of unique attributes, nurturing that is what helps me enjoy coaching.

I am a player/coach have 12 years of experience as a player and coach progressing through Sunday Recreational Leagues to West Bromwich Albion FC and eventually to The University of the Incarnate Word – a D1 soccer program. I have achieved English Premier League certifications in both refereeing and coaching.

So far, I’ve been fortunate enough to work with players of all ages and hope to continue to help others find and keep their love of the game!

I am a dedicated soccer coach with a strong background in both playing and coaching. I’ve had the privilege of coaching at Juventus San Antonio and working with Peoria United, where I focused on helping players develop their skills and understanding of the game.

As a player, I competed in USL League Two with Peoria City and Twin City Toucans and played NCAA Division I soccer at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW).

My coaching philosophy is rooted in my playing experience and my passion for helping players reach their full potential, both on and off the field.

Santiago has a strong and diverse background in soccer, both as a player and coach. He began his playing career in Mexico with top-tier clubs such as Club Pumas, Club América, and Club Querétaro, before continuing his journey as a player at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW).

His playing experience at both the professional and collegiate levels has given him invaluable insight into the game, which he now shares with his players.
Santi’s coaching career spans several roles, including serving as an Assistant Coach for Necaxa Coyoacán in Mexico’s third division, as well as Assistant Coach for Juventus in San Antonio. He has also served as Head Coach for AHFSH Team and Assistant Coach for the UIW Men’s Soccer team, gaining valuable experience in developing players at various levels of competition.

As a coach, Santiago is committed to helping players not only improve their soccer skills but also to embrace the broader opportunities the sport can offer. His goal is to make soccer fun while fostering personal growth, helping players build lifelong friendships, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and open doors academically and professionally. He believes in pushing athletes to reach their full potential, both on and off the field, and strives to shape better athletes and better human beings through the sport of soccer.

Carson is a former collegiate and professional soccer player. He spent his college career at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and at The University of the Incarnate Word.

He spent time in England with West Bromwich Albion, Manchester United, and Bournemouth. He made is professional debut for San Antonio F.C. and also played for the British Virgin Islands in the Concacaf Nations league as well as in World Cup Qualifiers.