James Garces
Spokane
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Assistant Soccer Coach with proven experience supporting high-level soccer programs and developing players’ technical, tactical, and mental performance. Committed to fostering a positive, disciplined, and competitive team culture aligned with Spokane Velocity’s mission. Skilled in player development, match analysis, and team organization with strong communication and leadership abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
Gonzaga University Athletics
02.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance player performance and skill development.
- Assisted in scouting and recruiting prospective student-athletes for program growth.
- Analyzed game footage to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Coordinated practice schedules and logistics to optimize team preparation.
- Collaborated with head coach to devise strategic game plans tailored to opponents.
- Evaluated player progress through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Supported head coach during game days by providing real-time tactical adjustments based on in-game observations.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement, creating targeted practice sessions to address specific weaknesses.
Regional Talent Identification
Real Salt Lake Talent Scout
04.2023 - Current
Head Coach: Boys 2009 (U16)
Real Salt Lake, Arizona MLS NEXT
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance player performance and team cohesion.
- Analyzed game footage to devise strategic adjustments and improve overall team tactics.
- Led recruitment efforts to identify and attract top talent for player development initiatives.
Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer
Grand Canyon University
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Assists in planning and execution of daily practices.
- Involved with recruiting and signing of prospective student athletes.
- Monitor academic progress and success of student athletes.
- Breakdown and delivery of game film and scout.
- Manage compliance logs relevant to the WAC, GCU, and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Organize and conduct Summer and ID camps.
- Planning and coordinating team travel itinerary, transportation, hotel accommodations, and Team meals.
Associate Head Coach, Men's Soccer
California State University, Bakersfield
01.2022 - 06.2022
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
California State University, Bakersfield
04.2015 - 01.2022
Education
Masters of Public Administration -
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Minor in Physical Education
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA06.2014
Skills
- Player Development and Mentorship
- Tactical Analysis and Game Preperation
- Video Breakdown (Wyscout, Spiideo, Etc)
- Communication and Leadership
Certification
- Current Candidate for USSF A License (Winter '25)
- USSF B License (Completed)
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- SafeSport Trained- U.S. Center for SafeSport
PLAYING CAREER
- California State University, Bakersfield
- 4 year letter (2011-2014)
- Team Captain Junior and Senior year
- 2011, led CSUB’s first ever team to the NCAA National Tournament
- 2014, WAC Championship Finalist
Timeline
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
Gonzaga University Athletics
02.2025 - Current
Head Coach: Boys 2009 (U16)
Real Salt Lake, Arizona MLS NEXT
01.2024 - 01.2025
Regional Talent Identification
Real Salt Lake Talent Scout
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer
Grand Canyon University
06.2022 - 01.2024
Associate Head Coach, Men's Soccer
California State University, Bakersfield
01.2022 - 06.2022
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
California State University, Bakersfield
04.2015 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Minor in Physical Education
California State University, Bakersfield
Masters of Public Administration -
California State University, Bakersfield