Andre Schmid
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic academy and player development leader with a global perspective and deep commitment to community impact. As Co-Founder of S Group Sports and former VP of Soccer at Albion San Diego, I’ve built programs that advance technical, mental, and personal growth. My education, USSF licensure, and work with Arsenal and Puma partnerships fuel my passion for guiding young athletes to excel, uplift their communities, and thrive globally, aligning with Right to Dream’s transformative vision.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder & Managing Director
S Group Sports
10.2023 - Current
- Manage private concierge sports group tailored to emerging elite and current professional athletes across multiple sporting disciplines with focus on mental athlete care, development, and performance.
- Direct the strategic growth of athlete care and development standards, driving consistent quarterly performance gains.
- Responsible for all aspects of the financial, operational, and cultural environment within the group.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain growth with our partnered athletes.
Vice President of Soccer
Albion San Diego (NISA)
12.2022 - 11.2024
- Led appointment of manager, coaching staff, and support staff for the first team.
- Negotiated and finalized all player contracts in alignment with club vision and player recruitment process.
- Directly manage club personnel with the goal of enhancing professional development and personal growth.
- Maintain and track budget in accordance with ownership directives across both sporting and business sides of the club.
Director of Performance (High Performers) - MLS Next
Albion SC
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Oversaw mental and technical training & competition support for our high potential players within Albion SC MLS Next Academy.
- Provide feedback and track progress to staff in relation to identified players.
- On field development sessions outside of their team environment for specific growth opportunities according to plan and player IDP.
GA Director
Albion SC
01.2018 - 07.2021
- Oversee all aspects of our academy teams, player and coach development, and report directly to the CEO.
- Create training plans, administer, and manage performance academy programming both domestically and abroad.
- Lead session development planning and curriculum implementation.
Pro Partnership Director (Arsenal & Puma North America)
Albion SC
08.2013 - 12.2019
- Design and deliver optimized programming for elite players' mental and technical development during the annual evaluation period.
- Collaborate with US scout for Arsenal Football Club (ENG) for player identification (30+ players nationally)
- Create programming for Puma North America for Puma Elite players
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
St. John's University - College of Professional Studies
New York, New York12-2005
Skills
- Collaborative
- Strategic Mental Athlete Development
- Mentorship and Personnel Management
- Organization
- Effective Communication and Conflict Management
- Staff and Talent Identification Care
- Financial Feasibility
Certification
(USSF) “B” License United States Soccer Federation January 2020
Athlete Learning Gateway (ALG) Courses International Olympic Committee (IOC) July 2018
- Sport Psychology – Winning Mindset
- The Measure of Success
- Exercise Physiology – Body in Motion
- The Art and Science of Coaching
- Sport Psychology – Getting in the Zone
FIFA Diploma in Club Management FIFA December 2026
▪ Candidate / Applicant in 2025
Sporting
Seattle Sounders FC February 2007 - February 2010
- 2007 USL First Division Champions, 2007 & 2008 U.S. Open Cup Semi-finalists
New York Red Bulls March 2006 - November 2006
Houston Dynamo December 2005 - February 2006
- Houston Dynamo 2nd draft pick (32nd overall) in MLS SuperDraft
St. John's University August 2001 - December 2005
- 2x - NCAA Men’s Soccer College Cup Final Four; semi-finalist & runner-up
- 4x - NCAA tournament Sweet Sixteen; consecutive appearances
- 2x - Big East Tournament Champions
- 2x - Big East Regular Season Champions
Christian Brothers College Prepatory August 1998 - May 2001
- U-18 United States National Soccer Team
- Adidas High School All-American
Timeline
Co-Founder & Managing Director
S Group Sports
10.2023 - Current
Vice President of Soccer
Albion San Diego (NISA)
12.2022 - 11.2024
Director of Performance (High Performers) - MLS Next
Albion SC
08.2021 - 11.2023
GA Director
Albion SC
01.2018 - 07.2021
Pro Partnership Director (Arsenal & Puma North America)
Albion SC
08.2013 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
St. John's University - College of Professional Studies
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