Rene Ortiz
A former player and assistant coach for San Diego Sockers, Rene brings a wealth of experience to Express. He has over 25 years of coaching experience in competitive and high school soccer. He holds a degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education, and currently teaches physical education at Hilltop High School.
Coaching Philosophy:
"To create an environment where learning and teamwork takes place. To teach and push players to maximize their potential and abilities. Use soccer as a platform to learn life long life skills; teamwork, discipline and hard work. Reflect and learn from defeats and adversities that the game present."
Favorite Team/Player:
Real Madrid
LICENSES/Certifications:
- United States Soccer Federation ‘B” Soccer Coach License (2005)
- California Soccer Association (Cal South) Workshops and Seminars
- California Soccer Association (Cal South) Coaching License Instructor (2008 - 2012)
Coaching Experience:
- Mexico National Indoor Soccer and Mini football Head Coach (Federación Mexicana de Mini futbol, 2002- present)
- Assistant Coach San Diego Sockers, Indoor Soccer team (2017 – present)
- Head Coach of the Girls Soccer team at Hilltop High School (2006- present)
- Rebels Soccer Club Coach (2017- present)
- Director of Coaching Xolos USA Academy (2012-2016)
- Director of Coaching Chula Vista Rangers (2010-2012)
- Director of Coaching United Soccer Club (2006-2009)
- Head Coach La Raza de Monterrey (2009)
- California Soccer Association (Cal South) Coaching License Instructor (2008 - 2012)
- United States Soccer Federation (USSF) Region IV Coaching Staff member (2008-2009)
- Director of Coaching Alliance Soccer Club (2004-2006)
- Head Coach Wisconsin Rebels (USISL, Appleton, Wi 2005)
- Coach Alliance Soccer Club (1999-2006)
- Girls Varsity Head Coach, Germantown High School, Germantown, Wi 1993
Playing Experience:
- Played 13 years of professional indoor and outdoor soccer across the USA
- Arizona Thunder (CISL, 1999)
- La Raza de Monterrey (CISL, Summer 1997)
- Dallas Burn (MLS, 7 th draft pick, 1996-1997)
- Cincinnati Silverbacks (NPSL, during off season with Dallas, 1996-1997)
- San Diego Sockers (MISL, 1987-1990 and CISL, 993-1995)
- USA Futsal National Team (1994)
- USA Beach Soccer National Team (1996)
- Milwaukee Wave (NPSL, 1990-1994)
- San Diego Nomads (APSL, 1988-90)
- Signed with San Diego Sockers Indoor Soccer team at age 17 (1987)
Rene Ortiz
