Santi Agudelo
Head Coach
His passion as a Collegiate, National and Professional player guides his focus on player development
Soccer Coaching Experience
Has a focus on player development, team cohesion, and tactical discipline.
Emphasizes technical skill development, sportsmanship, and creating a positive learning environment for players of all levels.
Head Coach – Solar Soccer Club
August 2023 – June 2024
- Managed 2008s boys ECNL NTX/, 2013s boys Pre ECNL.
- Designed and executed seasonal training program
- Mentored assistant coaches and coordinated with parents and club officials
- Tracked player progress with regular evaluations and goal-setting
Head Coach – HPSA
December 2023 – Present
- Managed 2009s girls, 2010s girls, 2011s girls, 2012s girls.
- Assisted in planning and running practices
- Provided individual player feedback
- Supported match-day tactics, substitutions, and warm-ups
- Helped with scouting and video analysis
Youth Development Coach – Highland Park Soccer Academy
December 2024 – Present
- Worked with players aged 6–12 on technical fundamentals
- Created fun, age-appropriate drills to boost engagement and learning
- Promoted inclusivity and a love for the game
Additional Skills:
- Private training coach
- Strong communicator and motivator
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Multicultural coaching experience
Playing Career
U20 FC Dallas (Academy & First Team Player)
Two-time National Top Goal Scorer (28 and 22 goals in consecutive seasons)
Trained regularly with the FC Dallas First Team, gaining high-level professional experience
U20 Colombian National Team
Scored 5 goals in 4 international friendlies, showcasing talent at the international level
North Texas SC (USL League One)
Practice player with the professional affiliate of FC Dallas, maintaining elite training standards
Richland College (NJCAA)
Scored 30 goals and 12 assists over two seasons
Key contributor to one of the top junior college soccer programs in the U.S.
Fort Hays State University (NCAA Division II)
Recorded 43 goals and 13 assists in two seasons
Named 2018 NCAA DII National Player of the Year
Consistently among the top scorers in the nation at the Division II level
Detroit City FC (NISA)
Logged 2 goals and 3 assists in 5 appearances, making immediate offensive impact
Chattanooga FC (NISA)
Played one official match before the season was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Tormenta FC (USL League One)
Participated as a practice player, contributing to a professional training environment
Universidad de Manizales (Colombia)
Scored 18 goals in one season
Helped lead the team to a championship title