JAVIER AYALA-HIL
Javier Ayala is the Founder and Academy Director of Bay Area Soccer Academy. In this role, he oversees the mentorship program for young players who are aspiring to play at a high youth level, college, or professionally. Through his guidance and expertise, Javier helps these aspiring athletes develop their skills and reach their goals.
Javier as a player:
Javier is a local Bay Area native who grew up in East Palo Alto, California. He comes from a family that has a deep passion for the game of soccer so excelling in the sport came natural to him. Javier played for Northern California teams in Menlo Park and Palo Alto and participated in State and Regional ODP programs throughout his youth career. He was recruited to play soccer at UC Berkeley under Kevin Grimes from 2004-2007. Throughout his college career he made the NCAA Tournament all 4 years, two 2nd round appearances, one Sweet 16 appearance and one Elite 8 appearance. Javier and the Golden Bears won the PAC-10 Championship in 2006 and 2007. They were a top 25 program all 4 years. In Javier’s Professional Soccer experience, he had training stints with Chivas USA (MLS), San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) and Sporting Kansas City SKC (MLS). Javier also had the experience to play in several countries at a professional and semi-professional level, Bayamon FC (Puerto Rico), TTM (Thai Premier League) and Luckenwalde FSV 63 (Germany). Toward the end of his playing career he played with semi-professional teams in the Bay Area, Bay Area Ambassadors (NPSL) and Bay Area Rosal (MASL).
Javier as a coach:
Javier Ayala-Hil was named USF’s Head Assistant men's soccer coach in May 2019. Prior to USF, Javier was the Head Coach at SF State for 3 seasons. At the helm, Ayala-Hil led the 2017 squad to a 12-5-2 mark and was named CCAA Men's Soccer Coach of the Year. The Gators matched the program's best start in school history with a 5-0 start and, on the final day of the regular season, clinched a postseason berth for the first time since 1978. SF State won its quarterfinals match 1-0 at No. 13 UC San Diego and fell to Cal Poly Pomona in the CCAA Championships Semifinals. Javier has also coached at the Semi Professional level, USL-2 with the San Francisco Glens for 2 seasons. Prior to coaching at SF State and USF, Javier was a Head Assistant at UC Berkeley for 3 seasons.
JAVIER AYALA IS THE MANAGING DIRECTOR FOR 1 ON 1 TRAININGS AND GROUP TRAININGS. ALL COACHES HAVE BEEN TAUGHT AND LED BY JAVIER AYALAS PROVEN TECHNICAL METHODOLOGY
For players looking for a full player assessment here is more information: HIGH PERFORMERS MENTORSHIP
BAY AREA SOCCER TRAINERS
THESE ARE OUR HIGHLY QUALIFIED COACHES AVAILABLE FOR TRAININGS IN SAN FRANCISCO AND THE EAST BAY. PLEASE REACH OUT IF ARE INTERESTED IN BOOKING A SESSION WITH ONE OF OUR COACHES
SAN FRANCISCO
JAVIER HERNANDEZ
CURRENT USF ASSISTANT COACH
Javier Hernández has been part of the University of San Francisco Staff for the Men’s Soccer Program since 2019. Javier has experience training and coaching at all levels. He brings enthusiasm and energy into the sessions. He also specializes in Video and Data Analytics.
EAST BAY - ORINDA
Adrian GUZMAN CURRENT
CAL MENS SOCCER PLAYER
We are excited to welcome Adrian Guzman to our coaching team at the Bay Area Soccer Academy. Adrian brings a wealth of experience and passion for the game, making him an invaluable addition to our academy.
About Adrian:
Current Team: Cal Men's Soccer
Position: Midfielder/Forward
Class: Senior
Hometown: El Sobrante, Calif.
Previous School: Richmond Cal Prep
Club: Lamorinda Soccer Club
Major: Media Studies
Contributions & Impact:
Coach Adrian Guzman is a technical specialist. He has a proven track record of playing at a very high level using his technical ability on the ball. The last 6 months he has dedicated his time to teach younger players how to be more comfortable on the ball.
EAST BAY - DANVILLE
CRISTIAN JIMENEZ
CURRENT ASSISTANT COACH AT LAS POSITAS COLLEGE
Coach Cristian emphasizes technical skill development, tactical awareness, and the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship. He has been pivotal in crafting athletic training plans and developing students’ soccer skills alongside their academic growth at Las Positas College
EAST BAY - NEWARK/FREMONT
JULIAN VALLE
CURRENT PLAYER AT CAL STATE EAST BAY AND PROJECT 510
Coach Julian was instrumental in his young career at Cal State East Bay. He also plays for Project 510, 2nd team of the Oakland Roots. Julian is an East Bay resident that is excited to young players in his community.
Playing Career
Cal State East Bay : As a Freshman, Appeared in 17 matches, started nine ... Four goals, two assists ... Scored the game winner on October 1 at UC Santa Cruz and on October 8 vs. CSUDH ... Scored both goals in a 2-0 win over CSUDH on October 8 ... 19 shots, eight on net ... Logged 936 minutes.
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