Christian M. Isquierdo, M.A.
6022 Pillsbury Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55419
612.743.2816
Christian@LeftFootCoaching.com
Coaching Philosophy
I foster a positive learning environment where players can develop their talents in an age appropriate coaching session that involves dynamic variations of the game rather than drilling static technique.
I use my love of the game to teach the game; encouraging players to master 1v1 moves, use skill, solve problems, and create opportunities for teammates while balancing small group tactics with a strong emphasis on individual technical skills.
Modeling a passion for excellence, discipline and continuous personal improvement in life and sport is what players and parents admire in my enthusiastic coaching style and personality.
Coaching Education
IYCA, Youth Fitness Specialist, 2010
IYCA, Youth Speed & Agility Specialist, 2010
Master Class Series, Player Psychology & the Modern Coach 2008
USSF National “B” 2008
USSF National “C” 2007
USSF National “Y” 2005
USSF National “Y” Instructor Certified 2005
USSF National “D” 2005
NSCAA National Diploma 2004
Education
Master of Arts, Naropa University
Bachelor of Arts, New Mexico State University
Executive Experience
Principal Planning Analyst, Hennepin County
Vice President Business Development, CHC Data, Inc.
Executive Director, Boulder Independent Business Alliance
Principal Consultant, Matrix Leadership Institute
Secondary Education Instructor, Capital High School
Director of Coaching Experience
Associate Director of Coaching, Plymouth Soccer Association
Professional Skills Trainer Experience
Coerver Coaching; Footholde Soccer Training, Bangu Tsunami Football Club Youth Academy; Tonka United Soccer Association; Plymouth Soccer Association, Edina Soccer Club, MYSA Olympic Development Program
Team Coaching Experience
2010---- Eden Prairie High School, Girls Varsity, Assistant Coach
2008-2010 Minnesota Thunder Academy, 98 East Girls, Head Coach
2007-2008 Bangu Tsunami Football Club, 96 South Girls Head Coach
2005-2008 Benilde-St. Margaret’s; Boys Varsity, Assistant Coach
2004-2007 Plymouth Soccer Association; U12-U13 Girls C2
1999-2003 Naropa University Football Club
1997-1999 Capital High School, Boys & Girls Varsity, Assistant Coach
1992-1994 University of Michigan, Division I Club Soccer, Grad. Assistant
Accomplishments
MYSA Summer State Champions 2010
Grand Prize Winner of Coca-Cola Live Positively Campaign 2010
Section 6A Assistant Coach of the Year 2007
Class A Boys Varsity HS State Champions 2006
MYSA OATHS Sportsmanship Award 2008
USA CUP Week Champions 2009
All American Girls Champions 2009
USA CUP Week Runner-up 2006 & 2008
MYSA Fall State Champions 2005 & 2009
MYSA Summer State Tournament participant 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
3rd Kyu Brown Belt Kojosho Karate
