Coach Michael Montoya is a dedicated and passionate youth soccer coach who brings a lifelong love for the game and a player-first mindset to every training session. With experience as a player, coach, and administrator, he has developed a well-rounded and deeply informed coaching approach focused on individual growth, team unity, and long-term development.

Driven by a belief that soccer is a tool for building both skill and character, Coach Michael prioritizes creating a positive, challenging, and supportive environment where players are encouraged to push their limits while enjoying the game. His coaching philosophy centers on five key values: relationship, growth, camaraderie, understanding, and application—principles that guide how he connects with his players and builds a team culture rooted in respect and accountability.

Coach Michael is known for fostering strong relationships with players, helping them improve both technically and mentally, and emphasizing qualities like effort, positivity, resilience, and teamwork. He believes in allowing each player the opportunity to showcase what they’ve learned, while reinforcing the idea that success comes from collective effort, not individual performance alone.

Inspired by players like Christian Pulisic, who make things happen through grit and creativity, Coach Michael brings that same energy to his coaching. His sessions are designed to challenge athletes while instilling confidence, discipline, and a love for the game that lasts well beyond the final whistle.

Players who train under Coach Michael can expect a coach who listens, motivates, and genuinely cares about their development both on and off the field. His goal is to not only build skillful, smart soccer players but to shape confident, respectful individuals prepared for success in all areas of life.