Girls Coach: Sami Alarcon

Boys Coach: Francis Davin

“My daughter is always excited to go to practice, even when she’s tired after sitting on zoom calls each day, and she’s most excited to see Coach Sami. Sami is always upbeat, consistent and cheerful with the kids while also instilling a dedication to the team and one another. She shows the girls how to focus and try their best by setting the example in her own conduct during practice. She personally touched our family recently because we had a loss of a close relative within our family that deeply saddened us and my children. My daughter was not herself when going to practice a few days afterwards; a personal change that Coach Sami noticed immediately and reached out to us to offer her support to our family. It meant so much that while Sami has many children she works with; she knows their little personalities and can tell when something is “off”. I feel like our daughter has a coach that truly cares about her not just as a player, but as a person. For these reasons, we humbly nominate Sami for Coach of the Month!”

“We are submitting this nomination on behalf of our entire team, however, I can speak to the impact our coach has had on my son, Harris. Coach Francis knows how to motivate him to work hard to constantly improve his skills. Sometimes Harris gets frustrated and wants to give up when he doesn’t master a skill quickly, but Francis has really helped him to understand that failure and mistakes are part of the growth process and to never give up. He’s taught him to set a goal and work hard to reach it, commit to the task, to the team, and to yourself. These are valuable lessons, both on and off the pitch!”

“Coach Francis always encourages my son to take risks and learn from his honest mistakes. He gives positive feedback which motivates my son to always give his best effort. In addition, he treats everyone very well, on and off the field.”

Ambition

Knowing that dreams are there to be achieved. Nothing is impossible. Have the courage to take risks and learn from honest mistakes. It makes us braver next time. Pursue ever-higher goals with your feet on the ground.

• JESHUA TORRES – B08 Academy II Rider
• ISAAC FALTAS – B08 Academy II Rider
• MAVERICK NUTTALL – B08 White Yafai
• MAYA SHOUKRY – G08 Red Sauder Cooper

Dignity

Earn respect through honesty and integrity. Be true to yourself and trust each other to do the right thing in any given situation. Treat people well expect nothing back and the pride will flow.

• COOPER HOLLAND – B07 Mizen
• MARTEN SALEH – B06 Mizen

Commitment

Put your heart and soul into everything – go that last mile to do things right. Live by hard graft and continuous self improvement. Be proud, professional and enthusiastic in all aspects of the club.

• ADRIANA NUNEZ – G09 Red Harrison
• BRENDEN ANSTEAD – B08 Academy Brader
• SARTAAJ SINGH – B11 Red Yafai
• MARTIN ERLANDSSON – B10 White Yafai
• RAFA BARRAZA – B10 Red Rammelsberg
• EDGAR ARROYO – B11 PDA Jennings

Unity

Work together to bring the best out of each other,on and off the field. Believe in each other’s ability and expertise. Collaborate for the common good across all our communities.

• BRYCE SANDERS – B10 Academy Jennings

Madison Wheeler recently joined Liverpool FC IA and was appointed the West Technical Director. She brings with her many years of experience from being a player within the club circuit in Orange County, as well as leadership and coaching experience gained by being involved with other soccer organizations over the last 5+ years. In her new role, Madison will be responsible for overseeing the competitive and recreational programs in Cypress, Los Alamitos and surrounding communities.

LFCIA SoCal’s CEO, Tim Woodcock, was Maddy’s first club soccer coach when she was just 9 years old! “I am really excited to bring Maddy onboard,” said Tim. “I coached her when she was a young player and she always had a great personality. She has the skill set of a coach/teacher plus the knowledge and experience of a program director that will elevate our organization to great heights. I can’t wait to see her grow the Cypress / Los Alamitos Community Development Center and transform that community with the Liverpool Way!”

Madison has hit the ground running, currently working hard on gaining traction in the community by providing a variety of excellent programs for kids of all ages and skill levels. Between Mini Reds, Junior Reds, PCA, Club programs, Camps and Clinics, she is confident there is a spot for every player in her area!  When the time is right, she plans to support her community schools by offering to help with their events and provide After School Camps as well.  

When asked what she enjoys most about working for LFCIA SoCal so far, Madison replied, “I admire and respect that what they are building is more than a club; it’s a culture and family built upon the core values; unity, ambition, dignity and commitment. It feels great to be a part of the family! I have met so many people in a short time, and everyone from the staff to players and parents have been so welcoming and excited about this club and its future.”

Girls Coach: Sophia Tostado

Boys Coach: James Milne

“Sophia continues to push the girls on our team to a new level. She’s encouraging, and positive, all while having high expectations. She is committed to helping each girl achieve their absolute best. She works with each individual to improve their skill set, yet continues the balance of a team environment. Each girl wants to work hard, and has the drive to continuously improve, all because of Sophia’s commitment to their team.

“Coach James motivates kids in every practice and pays attention to details. For each practice he picks one player to be the MVP of the practice and shares the picture and comments on the player’s performance. This motivates my son to have the ambition to achieve his best in each practice.” “He has worked hard to train our boys, offered fair feedback, encouraged them to push hard, and always ensures they are having fun.”

Ambition

Knowing that dreams are there to be achieved. Nothing is impossible. Have the courage to take risks and learn from honest mistakes. It makes us braver next time. Pursue ever-higher goals with your feet on the ground.

• LUKAS YOUNG – B08/09 Mizen
• JONATHAN CAO – B10 White Yafai
• LEXI ESTRADA – G02/03 McKenzie
• OLIVIA ENRIQUEZ – G02/03 McKenzie

Dignity

Earn respect through honesty and integrity. Be true to yourself and trust each other to do the right thing in any given situation. Treat people well expect nothing back and the pride will flow.

• SELIM YOUSSEF – B08 White Yafai

Unity

Work together to bring the best out of each other,on and off the field. Believe in each other’s ability and expertise. Collaborate for the common good across all our communities.

• OSCAR HUDSON – B07 Mizen

Commitment

Put your heart and soul into everything – go that last mile to do things right. Live by hard graft and continuous self improvement. Be proud, professional and enthusiastic in all aspects of the club.

• MAKENNA MUIR – G10 Watts
• SOMA – B09 Francis
• ISAAC – B11 Francis
• MASON YI – B10 Moushabek
• ALVARO PRIETO – B06 Mizen
• COLIN PEREZ – B11 Red Yafai
• ROBERT KOONTZ – B12 Hilditch 1
• JAMESON NOVAK – B12 Hilditch 1
• MYLEE TURNER – G08 Red Sauder – Cooper