Adam Martin

Tel. (760) 846-1641
Email: adam@ourcitysc.com

I am an enthusiastic and energetic coach with experience in coaching a wide range of age groups and abilities. My coaching style looks at improving each player in four areas; technically, tactically, physically and mentally. I look to do this through guided learning techniques which help players figure out answers for themselves rather than being told what to do and where to be without asking and understanding why.

My sessions are high energy and I look to promote a high tempo style of play in which my players are comfortable playing through all areas of the field whilst maintaining the majority of possession. My overall aim is to ensure the kids are passionate about playing every time they step on the field and are hungry to improve themselves and the team.

LICENSES HELD

  • USSF ‘C’ License
  • F.A Level 2
  • 1st Class Honors Degree in Sports Development & Coaching

COACHING EXPERIENCE

  • Disability North Community Coach 2011
  • Newcastle Street Games Coach 2011
  • Challenger Sports Academy Coach 2012 – Present
  • Rutherford F.C U9 & U11 Boys Coach 2012-14
  • Rutherford Football in the Community Coach 2012-2014
  • Newcastle Football Foundation Coach 2012-2014
  • Coaching Assistant for Valley Center Hurricanes 2014
  • Carlsbad United Head Coach 2015
  • LA Galaxy Head Coach 2016 – 2020
  • City SC Head Coach 2020- Present
  • San Marcos High School Boys Varsity Coach 2022 – Present

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

  • Collegians F.C  2004-2009
  • Royds Hall High 2004-2009
  • Greenhead College 2009-2011
  • Northumbria University 2011-2013