Jacob Gillen
Coaching Years of Experience: 15+ years | ||
License and Credentials: USSF B National License | ||
Certifications: Nationally certified in CPR and First Aid. | ||
Professional Qualifications/Education BA Business & Health Fitness Administration, Concordia University |
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Email: Gillenj09@gmail.com | ||
Phone: 206-595-3325 |
Coaching Experience:
Youth/Club:
- Seattle United (2010-2016)
- HPFC (2005-2010)
- Bridlemile Soccer Club, Portland OR (2002-2004)
College:
- Cascade College, Portland
Youth/Collegiate/Professional Playing History:
- Concordia University – 2000-2001
- Spokane Falls Community College – 1998-1999
- Spokane Shadow – 1998
- Ferris High School, Spokane, WA – 1998 (4A State Champions)
- Chugiak High School, Chugiak, AK – 1994-1997 (1997 4A State Champions)
- 1997 AK Gatorade Player of the Year
- 1997 AK HS State Tournament MVP
- Spokane Falcons – (U19 - 1998 WA State Champions, youth club)
- Alaska Gold Strikers (AK State Champions 1991-1997, youth club)
Team Successes:
- 2016 WA State Championship Semifinalist – SU B04 Tango (U11)
- 2016 WA RCL 1st Division Runner-up – SU B04 Tango (U10)
- 2016 Bend Cup Champions – SU G99 (U18)
- 2015 State Finalist – SU B04 Tango WA State Championships
- 2014 Carlsbad Cup Champions – SU G97 Tango (U18)
- 2014 Crossfire Challenge Finalist – SU B04 Tango
- 2012 WA Presidents Cup Finalist – SU B95 Tango (U17)
- 2012 Albion Cup Semifinalist – SU95 Tango
- 2010 Crossfire Challenge Champions – SU G97 Tango (U16)
- 2009 WA Presidents Cup Semifinalist – HPFC B94 Blue (U14)
Favorite Soccer Team/Club Player:
Club: Arsenal Player: Alexi Sanchez
Best Coaching Memory:
Watching my teams and players succeed past their expectations and accomplish goals they did not expect to see.
Player Expectations/Advice:
My players and I learn from our mistakes and each other. Realize winning and losing is a culture. When you play a game, you play to win! Be creative…
Favorite Quote
“Work hard, play hard, WIN BIG!!! And always have fun.”