Coach Peter

My passion is helping young athletes navigate the complex path of advancing in the game of soccer. I do it because it was not an easy path for me and it becomes more and more complicated every day.I’ve sat with parents for the past 7 years as a coll…

My passion is helping young athletes navigate the complex path of advancing in the game of soccer. I do it because it was not an easy path for me and it becomes more and more complicated every day.

I’ve sat with parents for the past 7 years as a college coach and found out just how much help they need in understanding and providing an advantage to their kids in the college soccer recruiting process.

College Coaching Experience

University of Pennsylvania (DI - Ivy League), Philadelphia, PA

Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach

Lipscomb University (DI - ASUN Conference), Nashville, TN

Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach

Saint Mary’s College of CA (DI - West Coast Conference), Moraga, CA

Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach/Lecturer

USSF B License

 

Playing Experience

U14-U23 US Youth National Team Experience

McDonald’s High School All-American - All-American Game MVP

Santa Clara University (2004-2007), Santa Clara, CA (Team Captain 2006-2007)

First Team NCAA All-American

West Coast Conference Men’s Soccer - Player of the Year

MAC Hermann Award Semi-Finalist

Major League Soccer

Second Round Draft Pick in 2008

Chicago Fire Player

Portland Timbers Player

Nike Athlete

MLS Disciplinary Committee Member - 5 Years

MLS Players Association Player Rep - 2 Years

Coach Matt

Matt Marquess is a former Major League Soccer player and Santa Clara University honors graduate who has trained everyone from elite professional athletes, to San Jose Police Department recruits, to entry-level players, all with equal enthusiasm and …

Matt Marquess is a former Major League Soccer player and Santa Clara University honors graduate who has trained everyone from elite professional athletes, to San Jose Police Department recruits, to entry-level players, all with equal enthusiasm and commitment. 

  • USSF B License (United States Soccer Federation)

  • Certified Personal Trainer (NASM)

  • Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM)

  • Academic All-American (West Region)

  • MLS Professional (Kansas City)

  • USDA Academy Coach (De Anza Force Boys and California Thorns Girls)

  • 16 years as a youth soccer coach

    • Coach Matt is most passionate about helping his players develop into the best athletes and people they can be. A key step in each player’s evolution is their next step after Mogility, whether that be in a collegiate or professional environment. There is no one more committed to your success than Mogility, so being able to assist our athletes in finding the right college program only makes sense. We know how committed you are and we care about your success, so let us help you navigate the complex college soccer recruiting landscape!