Our Story

Atletico Futbol Club was founded when it became clear that median household incomes were barriers to many young children’s ability to play the sport of soccer. Entry points into very expensive clubs, leagues and tournaments prohibited children – whom the sport is part of their culture – like song, dance, diet and religion – from participating. Monopolistic closed leagues in WA state fix prices, block entry to leagues, block entry to tournaments and jointly fix prices. This has allowed for costs for the consumers to swell beyond $12,000 per year including club, registration, tournament and travel fees. With closed leagues, access to top level leagues, where college and professional scouts, scout – is closed to all that cannot afford it. Why would these be when top performing players are more often than not, from Hispanic cultures. Large volumes of players are effectively shut out of the opportunites.

MES QUE UN CLUB!

Methodology

Atletico players play a modern brand of futbol which promotes frequent decision making and execution opportunities so that players can become intelligent players that are able to be successful in any environment. This is done by frequently play games in training instead of doing drills all practice. Players are able to understand how the game is played at the highest possible levels.

Athletico's Rise

Recently, the global market has taken notice of Atletico and it’s program with top academies inviting players to travel to Europe to train in professional academy environments. With the help of Bellevue Youth Soccer and Washington Youth Soccer, we are provided with operational infrastructure to make this dream a possibility. FC Barcelona contributes money each year and we staff the summer camps

Our Staff

Our staff have one mission in mind – provide modern teaching on a global standard – to every player possible – regardless of race, community, culture and other socio-economic variables.

Coaches

Alejandro Alferez Montoya

Alejandro Alferez Montoya

Coaching Director

“I volunteer to help all children have opportunities to improve life via futbol”

Jesus San Juan

Jesus San Juan

Coach

“I volunteer because I have so much love for the game and I want to pass the same love and passion I have to the kids.”

Victor Ramos

Victor Ramos

Coach

“Atletico is way more than just a soccer club. It is a futbol community that tries to use a sport to mentor players families and coaches all the same. We also believe in playing futbol in a more thoughtful way and we are totally anti-direct boot ball!”

Aaron Byers

Aaron Byers

Professional Academy / Collegiate Coordinator

“US soccer is focusing in the wrong places. The diamonds in the country can’t afford to pay the costs. The development of players is another topic entirely and both need to be fixed”

Joel Mallari

Joel Mallari

Coach

“Atletico is a family.  Not only are they a tremendous club at developing soccer players, they are tremendous club for players to become leaders and make a positive impact in our society.  I’m really proud to be a part of a club that really makes a big positive presence in the area.”

Glen Gessel

Coach

“I enjoy volunteering to help Atletico coach and raise funds as I’ve been around the game all my life. Kids need this outlet to help them develop off the pitch. The game can’t be so expensive that kids cannot play it.”

Kyle Sprecher

Coach

“Being a part of Atletico has given me a chance to give back through the game that has given so much to me. It’s such an honor to be able to coach the sport I love while also providing equal access and opportunities to play for kids of all backgrounds. I’ve enjoyed seeing my own son and other players develop not only their football craft but also their character.”

Danny Rogers

Coach

“I have been fortunate enough to work in both LA Galaxy and Seattle Sounders Academy. What makes Atletico special is that it gives all of these high-level MLS Academy opportunities to kids that have been overlooked and underserved as the beautiful game becomes a commercial business targeting specific demographics”
Philip Lund

Philip Lund

Professional Track Director

“I enjoy working with players to improve their tactical understanding and their technical abilities.

I do that best with building a mutural and respectful relationship between myself and the players.”

Administration

Adriana Munoz

Registration Jefa

“I enjoy helping others and my community. Which provides a natural sense of accomplishment. My role as a volunteer can also give me a sense of pride and identity.”

Justin Bell

Justin Bell

Coaching Manager

“Football is such an amazing vehicle to build character and community.  It’s also super fun!”

Janette Mallari

Janette Mallari

Travel & Management

“I like the impact that this organization makes in the community.  This organization is more than a soccer club, it is a family.”

Media

Liza Byers

Liza Byers

Social Media

“I’m committed to volunteering with kids because it creates a support system, which some don’t have. Knowing that I can make a positive impact in their lives is a big reward! I’m thankful to be a part of both their celebrations & challenges…it is my way of giving back to my community AND it’s fun to cheer them on! GO Atletico!”

Trisha Saga

Multi-Media

“I enjoying capturing young athletes moments and seeing their growth and success on and off the pitch. “