Dave Ridenour: Staff Coach

USSF National “D” License

COACHING EXPERIENCE

• 2006-2008 CSC
• 2000-2006 Hotspurs USA
• 1990-2000 CSC
• 1995-1999 Helix Girls JV Coach
• 1999-2001 Patrick Henry Boys Varsity Coach 2 consecutive league Champs
• 2001-present West Hills Girls Varsity Coach
  (7 league championships  2001 CIF Champions, 2008 CIF Finalists)
• 2004-present Grossmont College Assistant Coach

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

Dave spent his club playing years at Crusaders Soccer Club on both the youth and men’s premier teams, as well as many years playing indoor and the South Bay men’s league.

COACHING EXPERIENCE

Dave has coached a variety of ages and both boys and girls teams. He has been successful at all ages ( BU10 and BU12 State finalists, GU18  National Cup quarterfinalists, high school league and CIF Champions, as well assisting  Grossmont College teams that have won Conference). Dave’s teams are known for their independence and freedom to make their own decisions on the field.

PERSONAL

• Person who has most influenced my life: My family and friends have all influenced my life.
• All-time favorite movie: Stripes, the one-liners are classic and timeless.
• When I’m not coaching I like to…relax.
• The most important life lesson I’ve learned from soccer is…that you only get out of life what you put into
• My favorite food: Almost any home cooked meal.