Juan Aguilar
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Experienced soccer coach across MLS NEXT and NCAA levels, specializing in player development, recruiting, program leadership, and winning team performance. Proven track record advancing athletes to college, academy, and professional pathways while fostering inclusive, high-performance team cultures. Highly organized and adaptable communicator committed to long-term athlete development and team success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Academy Head Coach -U19s,U16s 25-26 Season (Current)
Sacramento Republic FC
Sacramento, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Led U19 and U17 squads to league championships, qualifying both teams for MLS NEXT Cup (2024-25).
- Guided the U17 (2008 group) to the MLS NEXT Cup Semifinals, one of the strongest finishes in program history.
- Successfully placed multiple players into college programs through structured recruiting guidance and exposure.
- Helped sign 4 players to professional academy contracts with Sacramento Republic FC.
- For the 2025-26 season, assisted 2 additional players in securing first-team academy contracts.
- Led the club's High Potential Program, identifying, mentoring, and accelerating top academy players toward professional readiness.
- Designed and delivered individualized development plans for high-potential athletes, integrating technical, tactical, physical, and mental performance benchmarks.
- Collaborated closely with first-team staff and academy leadership to align high-potential players with club playing philosophy and professional standards.
- Designed and implemented high-performance weekly training curricula aligned with MLS NEXT and professional pathway demands.
- Fostered a professional, inclusive, and competitive culture, emphasizing accountability, leadership, and player ownership.
- Actively engaged parents and stakeholders with transparent communication around long-term development pathways.
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach - NAIA/Division 2
Jessup University
Rocklin, CA
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Played a key role in qualifying the program for playoffs for the first time, achieving the best season record in school history.
- Supported the program's transition from NAIA to NCAA Division II (PacWest Conference).
- Collaborated with academic advisors to improve student-athlete performance, raising team GPA to 3.0+.
- Assisted in alumni engagement efforts, maintaining relationships with former players and supporters to strengthen program continuity and culture.
- Contributed to fundraising initiatives, supporting events and outreach efforts to enhance program resources and sustainability.
- Recruited and signed impact players, strengthening depth and competitive balance.
- Designed and executed offensive and defensive set-piece strategies, contributing to improved match outcomes.
- Conducted individual player evaluations and development meetings, promoting growth and accountability.
Head Coach - U19's MLS, U16's NPL
Sacramento United
Sacramento, CA
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Led the U19 team to Top 5 finishes in both league and Flex competitions.
- Successfully guided multiple players to college commitments, supporting academic and athletic placement.
- Built and delivered a comprehensive training curriculum emphasizing technical, tactical, and physical development.
- Utilized video analysis to evaluate performances and adjust game models.
- Led consistent 1-on-1 player reviews, setting individualized development plans.
Head Coach - U19's, U13's, U12's
San Francisco Elite Academy
San Francisco, CA
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Prepared U19 players for college-level competition, guiding them through the recruiting process.
- Designed age-appropriate training curriculums across multiple age groups.
- Conducted detailed match and training video analysis to enhance tactical understanding.
- Built an inclusive, player-centered environment emphasizing growth and accountability.
Graduate Assistant Men's Soccer Coach - Division 2
Holy Names University
Oakland, CA
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed comprehensive scouting reports, detailed video analysis breakdowns and individual player highlight clips.
- Managed administrative duties, including CARA compliance, travel arrangements, meal planning, community service coordination, and social media management.
- Led team fundraising efforts, raising over $9,000 in 2022, the highest amount in men's soccer history.
- Promoted academic success by implementing study halls, tracking progress in Excel, conducting weekly check-ins, and communicating with professors, resulting in a GPA increase from 3.00 to 3.50.
- Maintained and managed the alumni contact list, fostering strong connections and keeping alumni informed with newsletters and event updates.
- Provided mentorship and support to student-athletes, focusing on academic performance, player development, and leadership skills.
- Planned and led initial training sessions to align with team objectives.
- Promoted to offensive coordinator mid-season, led attacking functional training, resulting in 10 goals scored in the last four games.
- Contributed to achieving the men's soccer program's best overall season in PacWest conference history, finishing in the top 5.
- Conducted MLS NEXT West Coast recruiting, building a pool of potential student-athletes aligned with program values to elevate team performance.
Academy Staff Coach - U15's - U19's
Napa United
Napa, CA
12.2017 - 08.2022
- Led U17 Boys NPL to a regional championship, qualifying for NPL Champions League.
- Supported development of players advancing to college and professional pathways.
- Delivered high-quality training aligned with club curriculum and MLS NEXT standards.
- Managed communication with players and parents to reinforce expectations and growth.
- Directed youth programs, after-school initiatives, and seasonal camps for ages 4-13.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Physical Education
California State University Sacramento
Sacramento, CA01.2021
National A Coaching Licence -
U.S Soccer Federation
07-2025
National B Coaching License -
U.S Soccer Federation
06-2023
Skills
- Player Development & High-Performance Training
- Recruiting & College Placement
- Program Leadership & Culture Building
- Academic Monitoring & Compliance
- Video Analysis & Performance Evaluation
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Academy Head Coach -U19s,U16s 25-26 Season (Current)
Sacramento Republic FC
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach - NAIA/Division 2
Jessup University
08.2023 - 10.2024
Head Coach - U19's MLS, U16's NPL
Sacramento United
07.2023 - 06.2024
Head Coach - U19's, U13's, U12's
San Francisco Elite Academy
08.2022 - 07.2023
Graduate Assistant Men's Soccer Coach - Division 2
Holy Names University
08.2022 - 01.2023
Academy Staff Coach - U15's - U19's
Napa United
12.2017 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Physical Education
California State University Sacramento
National A Coaching Licence -
U.S Soccer Federation
National B Coaching License -
U.S Soccer Federation