Ryan Valdez
Soccer Coach in Tualatin, Oregon
I am a current NCAA Division III collegiate soccer player with a high-level playing background rooted in elite youth development. I have competed in MLS NEXT and the U.S. Development Academy, the highest levels of youth soccer in the United States, and have trained at professional environments including Fulham FC and Manchester United training facilities. In 2020, I was scouted by Southampton FC and invited to attend a trial, further shaping my understanding of the technical and tactical demands of the modern game. As a coach, my focus is on detailed player development, emphasizing ball mastery, dribbling at speed, 1v1 effectiveness, and decision making under pressure. I structure training to progress from technical foundations to realistic game scenarios, helping players feel confident and composed when these moments arise in competition.
5.0
15 reviews
16+
Lessons taught
17
Years experience
2
Locations
About Ryan
I am a current NCAA Division III collegiate soccer player with a high-level playing background rooted in elite youth development. I have competed in MLS NEXT and the U.S. Development Academy, the highest levels of youth soccer in the United States, and have trained at professional environments including Fulham FC and Manchester United training facilities. In 2020, I was scouted by Southampton FC and invited to attend a trial, further shaping my understanding of the technical and tactical demands of the modern game. As a coach, my focus is on detailed player development, emphasizing ball mastery, dribbling at speed, 1v1 effectiveness, and decision making under pressure. I structure training to progress from technical foundations to realistic game scenarios, helping players feel confident and composed when these moments arise in competition.
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“Ryan was a great assistant coach during his job shadowing experience. He was attentive, asked thoughtful questions, and consistently looked for ways to help the team and staff. Ryan showed a strong understanding of the game, a great work ethic, and a genuine desire to learn and improve as a coach.”
Alex Ponce
What Students Say
Andrew Duvall
2 lessons
Ryan was an excellent coach at our Linfield Men’s Soccer Spring Futsal Camp. He brought great energy, connected well with the players, and clearly understood how to teach the game in a fun, effective way. He was reliable, professional, and a great representative of our program.
Mia Salamanca-Cox
1 lesson
As a beginner Ryan was extremely supportive at coaching. He made me feel comfortable and helped explain the basics of the game. I feel like after just 1 session with him I can see improvement in my abilities.
Michael B.
5 lessons
Ryan is an amazing coach and my 12 year old son training with a younger, college level footballer. He was engaging, prepared and energetic. My son give an A+++++ rating.
Andrea F.
5 lessons
It feels good to see how much I improved already!
Mia Salamanca-Cox
Beginner student
“As a beginner Ryan was extremely supportive at coaching. He made me feel comfortable and helped explain the basics of the game. I feel like after just 1 session with him I can see improvement in my abilities.”
Michael B.
Intermediate student
“Ryan is an amazing coach and my 12 year old son training with a younger, college level footballer. He was engaging, prepared and energetic. My son give an A+++++ rating.”
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