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Introducing Coach Luke Connor, a highly accomplished soccer coach from London, England. Dedicated to shaping the future of soccer using his exceptional coaching skills and extensive playing experience. With a passion for the game since a young age, Coach Luke quickly rose through the ranks, honing his expertise at advanced player development centers across London.
Before transitioning to coaching, Coach Luke played soccer in Spain, gaining invaluable international exposure and a deep appreciation for the global nature of the sport. He continued to play at Young Harris College in America, winning a NCAA Regional title as well as two conferences and two conference tournament cups. He also obtained his FA Level 1 and 2 coaching badges, solidifying his expertise with the latest coaching methodologies.
Today, Coach Luke is a respected figure in the soccer community, renowned for exceptional coaching abilities and relentless dedication to inspire the next generation of players. His vast experience, from playing at various levels to coaching at renowned development centers, has shaped him into a well-rounded mentor with a deep understanding of the game.
Coach Luke continues to make a profound impact on the soccer landscape. His unwavering passion for soccer, coupled with his remarkable coaching talent, ensures that he is a driving force behind the development and success of aspiring players at Los Angeles United FC, earning him the additional role as Director of Soccer.
Introducing Coach Sean Swaby, a former semi-professional footballer, academy goalkeeper coach, and NCAA Div III assistant coach. Sean, originally from Norwich, England, has been immersed in football his entire life. Growing up with a season ticket at Norwich City and playing for his local youth club, his passion soon led him to semi-professional football and later to the US to pursue a college scholarship.
During his college soccer career, he traveled across the country and continued to play semi-professional soccer in California while obtaining his coaching licenses. Since then, Sean has worked with a variety of clubs, coaching companies, and individual athletes to help them develop their skills.
Sean has traveled to other states for coaching work, including Texas, Illinois, and New York, coaching academy and college-level players from all over the US, including those from Colorado Rapids, Atlanta United, Columbus Crew, Brown University, UC Irvine, CSUN, and many more. Coach Sean also temporarily assisted at the LAFC academy as an assistant goalkeeper coach and is the youth club Director of another team in Orange County.
Now, Coach Sean is one of our head coaches and is instrumental in making Los Angeles United FC the best soccer club in LA.
I am a highly experienced and certified fitness and conditioning professional with a rich background in soccer. My journey includes semi-professional playing and training experience with FC Akanda D1 in Gabon, along with tryouts at Tour FC and Laval FC. I have achieved significant success as a player, winning the UPSL with SMU.
In addition to my playing career, I have leveraged my skills into coaching, serving as an Assistant Coach with SMU in 2007, where we triumphed in the league's Division 1. My expertise is further underpinned by a US soccer certificate license, highlighting my comprehensive knowledge and dedication to the sport.
Certified Personal Trainer and Strength & Conditioning Coach, Grant is passionate about optimizing fitness and performance.
With years of experience, he has honed his expertise in tailored workouts, nutritional guidance, and injury prevention strategies.
He is committed to empowering clients to surpass their fitness goals and cultivate a sustainable, healthy lifestyle.
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