Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Playing Experience
Club Achievements
Coaching License And Certifications
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Edgar Luna

Edgar Luna

Houston,TX

Summary

Talented, results-driven, and versatile soccer coach with a comprehensive background in all aspects of competitive soccer programs. Demonstrated expertise in organization, direction, and administration. A hands-on leader with a diverse skill set in coaching, staff management, and recruiting high-caliber student-athletes. Proven ability in fundraising, budgeting, compliance, and program management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Head Coach

Houston Bolt
10.2022 - Current
  • Company Overview: Professional Arena Soccer Club
  • Developed recruitment strategy and network according to team plan and regulatory guidelines.
  • Assisted in the development of comprehensive training programs for improved athlete skillsets and abilities.
  • Evaluated game footage to identify strategic weaknesses; implemented corrective measures leading to improved gameplay.
  • Coordinated off-season training programs to promote continued athletic development outside of competitive seasons.
  • Collaborated with head coach to analyze player performance, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
  • Worked with individual players to develop abilities.
  • Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
  • Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
  • Aided in the understanding of the MASL (Major Arena Soccer League) rules and regulations.

General Manager /Assistant Soccer Coach

Houston Fury F.C.
03.2017 - 04.2021
  • Company Overview: Youth Academy
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Responsible for purchasing equipment and uniforms from different vendors
  • Responsible in the registration process of players and coaches with various youth soccer associations
  • Directed and oversaw practices, game competitions, coordinated and directed summer camps, supervised strength, and conditioning programs
  • Coordinated, conducted, recruitment seasonal tryouts for youth and semi-professional teams
  • Apply understanding of the role of athletics in a highly competitive environment
  • Employ strong recruiting and coaching skills to help the program
  • Facilitated open communication between players, parents, and coaching staff to address concerns and promote a positive atmosphere.

Head Varsity Soccer Coach

Cristo Rey Jesuit Preparatory
07.2016 - 02.2018
  • Company Overview: High School
  • Manage development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities
  • Manage attendance and GPA
  • Developed athletes skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
  • Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
  • Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
  • Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
  • Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment.

General Manager /Assistant Head Coach

CF Monterrey Rayados
05.2011 - 05.2016
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities
  • Oversaw and took part in the development, administration, and coordination of the club budget, by forecasting funds, applying for grants, asked for donations and sponsors, checked, and approved expenditures, and travel arrangements
  • Responsible in the registration process of players and coaches with various youth soccer associations
  • Responsible for scheduling games, facilities, and finding hosting homes for Rayados youth academy players from Mexico to kick off their U.S.A pre-season tour
  • Took part in the supervision and evaluation of assigned faculty and staff, following the club mission
  • Direct and oversaw practices and game competitions, supervising strength, and conditioning programs
  • Coordinate and direct camps
  • Used motivation to instill success in athletes
  • Applied understanding of the role of athletics in a highly competitive environment
  • Employed strong recruiting and coaching skills to help the program

Assistant Head Coach

Houston Hotshots
12.2014 - 03.2016
  • Company Overview: Semi-professional Arena Soccer
  • Direct work with the Head Coach, assisting with the team coaching
  • Goalkeepers team conditioning, technical and tactical coach
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Evaluated game footage to identify strategic weaknesses; implemented corrective measures leading to improved gameplay.
  • Aided in the understanding of the PASL (Premier Arena Soccer League) rules and regulations.
  • Coordinated and conducted recruitment and seasonal tryouts

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Phoenix
Houston, TX
09.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Design Technology

ITT Technical Institute
Houston, TX
03.1996

Skills

  • Team management
  • Operational leadership
  • Skill development
  • Player evaluation
  • Recruitment strategy
  • Program leadership
  • Training design
  • Travel logistics
  • Program management
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Accomplishments

  • Built soccer programs from the ground up.

Playing Experience

  • Huron University - South Dakota, 1999/2000, NAIA - Scholar Athlete
  • Pachuca F.C - Mexico, Summer 1999, Summer Camp
  • Houstonians F.C, 1998/1999, Div. 1 - South Texas Youth Soccer
  • Mexican Consulate of Houston U16 National Select Team, Summer 1992, International tournament in Puebla, Mexico
  • Surge FC - Clear Lake, Texas, 1987-1991, Div. 1 - South Texas Youth Soccer

Club Achievements

  • 2016 Dallas Cup International Tournament Men U19 & U16
  • 2015 South Texas Youth Soccer - Fall Championship Men U18/U19 'State' tournament - 2nd place
  • 2015 Dallas Cup International Tournament U19 & U16 - 2nd round
  • 2014 Copa Rayados International Tournament U18 - San Antonio, TX - Champions

Coaching License And Certifications

  • U.S. Soccer Federation, National "E" & "D" Level License,
  • U.S. Soccer Federation, Grass Root Level Referee License
  • United Coaches, Level 1-6 Coaching Diploma & National Goalkeeping License
  • Academy Coaching Diploma - Club de Futbol Monterrey Professional Club (Mexico)
  • Professional Goalkeeper Coaching License - S.E.P Mexico

Certification

  • First Aid Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Assistant Head Coach

Houston Bolt
10.2022 - Current

General Manager /Assistant Soccer Coach

Houston Fury F.C.
03.2017 - 04.2021

Head Varsity Soccer Coach

Cristo Rey Jesuit Preparatory
07.2016 - 02.2018

Assistant Head Coach

Houston Hotshots
12.2014 - 03.2016

General Manager /Assistant Head Coach

CF Monterrey Rayados
05.2011 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Phoenix

Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Design Technology

ITT Technical Institute

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