Xolos chula vista

He has been a soccer coach for 13 years. And now, he has another task to add to his eventful day. The coach who grew up in the Mexican state of Jalisco has now added more work, overseeing an entire academy. And with it comes having to cross the border into San Diego and back into Tijuana at least three times per week to make it in time for evening practices. His day comes to an end after teaching kids in the Under-8 to Under categories the skills and knowledge that helped Ruvalcaba as a youngster and professional player in a lengthy career.

He is also no stranger to hard work. Ruvalcaba began his professional career as a soccer player as a year-old with UAG Tecos in Guadalajara and went on to play for the next 6 years before turning to coaching in He eventually made it to Club Tijuana five years ago.

Ruvalacaba said he fluidly adapted to what the Xoloitzcuintles wanted to do with its youth system. He took over the Under-2 team, leading the squad to the post season on a couple occasions then he took over the Under team four years ago. Despite being the youth head coach, he also was in charge of the CIX Hipodromo acdemy. He is familiar with building a youth academy. I am thankful for it.

We want anyone who is excited to learn and be part of a serious club. The plan under the new coaches heading into this season has a few key points. The program will be in detail for every position, line, tactical area and game scheme.

All of the teams will be coordinated from Mexico by Ruvalcaba. The high school age boys and girls teams will participate in two college showcases per year. Players will be evaluated during each training session and could have the opportunity to join the Reserves teams in Mexico.

Tuesday and Wednesday Under to Under to p. We start to feel that soccer we want to have," said Xolos midfielder Jorge Hernandez about playing in those games. As much benefit the Xolos get out of such events, the same goes to its opponents. His team, a member of the fourth tier National Premier Soccer League, doesn't always get the chance to face a team from Mexico's top flight league. Normally during preseason games your best players come off at halftime.

We try to compete but obviously their quality is a lot higher. Their coach Antonio Mohamed was very complimentary about the game. We respect them and they respect us. It was the first time they've beaten us. They're the top. You don't get any better than that. It's a big opportunity and a great honor for us. We compete, we play hard and it's exposure. They got a good tradition. We want to try and emulate what they do here in San Diego. It's a good test. And what I like about the club in TJ is that they are big on their academy.

They have an identity in the area.