Matt Hidalgo
Coaching Philosophy:
"Your level of success is determined by your level of discipline and perseverance. If you have a joy for the game, than you will go to any length to be the best player you can be."
Favorite Player/Team:
Chelsea / David Luiz
Licenses/Certifications:
- US National "C" License
- Red Cross CPR/First-Aid Certified
- CardiacWise Certified
- Concussion Certified
Coaching Experience:
- Head Coach, Encinitas Express, 2016-present
- Boys Varsity Coach, Mission Vista High School, 2022 - present
- Boys Varsity Coach, San Marcos High School, 2014-2022
- CIF Boys Coach of the Year, San Diego Section - 2018
- Freshman, JV and GK Coach, San Marcos High School, 2009-2014
- Head Coach, San Elijo Middle School, 2016-2022
- Assistant and Goalie Coach, Palomar College Men’s Soccer, 2018-2020
Playing Experience:
- San Clemente High School (1994-1998), Honorable Mention, First Team All-League, Second Team All-CIF, Most Inspirational Player Award, South Coast League Champions
- Irvine Valley College (1999-2001)
- PDSL- Blue Stars (2002-2003)
- Attended Sonoma State University, Bachelors of Arts in Economics (2003-2006)
Matt Hidalgo
