City SC Southwest is powered through a collaborative effort between our executive directors, directors of coaching, full time administrative team, a diverse and experienced coaching staff and our volunteer board of directors. Our team brings a wealth of professional experience from around the globe to provide a full service soccer experience for our players and their families.
DIRECTORS OF COACHING
Our Directors of Coaching work closely with our executive directors and technical director to oversee all soccer operations and implementation of club curriculum, philosophy and methodology. They play an integral role in facilitating the individual player development and team formation process and serve as a resource and liaison between players, parents, coaches, staff and executive leadership.
Directors of Coaching & Heads of Player Development (SOCAL League)
Temecula:
Director of Coaching: Julio Gomez // julio@cityscsouthwest.com
Lake Elsinore:
Director of Coaching: Brandon Blum // brandon@cityscsouthwest.com
Head of Player Development: Manny Rea // manny@cityscsouthwest.com
Menifee Valley:
Director of Coaching: Hansel Loria // hansel@cityscsouthwest.com
Murrieta:
Director of Coaching: Tony Galarza // tony@cityscsouthwest.com
Head of Player Development: Ramiro Ruiz // ramiro@cityscsouthwest.com
Elite Program Directors of Coaching:
Girls Academy Director: Kevin Koptieff // kevin@cityscsouthwest.com
Girls DPL Director: Matthew Fogbawa // matthew@cityscsouthwest.com
MLS Next Director (HG & AD Divisions): Matt Hocking // matt@cityscsouthwest.com
Boys EAL Director: Brandon Blum // brandon@cityscsouthwest.com
Director of Operations:
Liam Meghen // liam@cityscsouthwest.com
Technical Director:
Roberto Garcia // roberto@cityscsouthwest.com
Executive Directors:
Aaron Kiely // aaron@cityscsouthwest.com
Steve Cowell // steve@cityscsouthwest.com
DIRECTOR OF RECREATION
Our Director of Recreation oversees all aspects of the recreational program, most importantly, working with our 100% volunteer coaching staff to ensure all volunteers are fully equipped to teach foundational skills and help instill a lifelong passion for the game in every player. The City SC Recreational program is the foundation of our club serving over 2000 recreational players in Lake Elsinore, Menifee, and surrounding communities in the Valley. It is where many of our competitive players get their start before progressing to the next level.
Director of Recreation: Hansel Loria // rec@cityscsouthwest.com
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
City SC may be a large club, but we have always prided ourselves on maintaining a sense of community and family atmosphere, largely made possible by a full time administrative staff. Our staff facilitate all day-to-day administrative club operations and serve as a valuable resource and support service for all of our City SC families, coaches and volunteers.
Office Manager/SOCAL League Registrar: Michelle Wells // michelle@cityscsouthwest.com
Elite Platforms Registrar/Operations Manager: Jenn Bundy // jenn@cityscsouthwest.com
Accounting Manager: Karen Weebe // karen@cityscsouthwest.com
LINES OF COMMUNICATION
Our club structure is designed to help families efficiently access the resources and information they need to support their children in their soccer journey. Below is a simple overview of where to direct questions and concerns for the quickest response and most relevant information:
Head Coach
- First point of contact for all questions/concerns related to your player and their individual development.
- First point of contact for all team specific inquiries, information, or concerns.
Directors of Coaching
- Resource for soccer specific inquiries related to our player pathway, player development model, club philosophy and methodology, age group/player pool oversight and league specific information.
- Next point of contact for escalated issues not resolved at the coach/team level.
Administrative Staff
- First point of contact for administrative inquiries, all matters involving player registration, payment plans, sponsorships, fundraising, financial aid, uniform orders, and general questions.
