Jacob Gillen

Jacob Gillen
 
  Coaching Years of Experience:  15+ years
License and Credentials: USSF B National License
CertificationsNationally certified in CPR and First Aid.
Professional Qualifications/Education
BA Business & Health Fitness Administration, Concordia University
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.”