Augie Martinez
What is your coaching philosophy?
Soccer has been a big part of my life. It has given me the opportunity to meet lots of people and make friends along the way. My philosophy as a coach is to work every day at practice on the basics and fundamentals of soccer, (ball control, dribbling, passing). My drills and exercises are focus on the players development of their natural soccer ability, inspire their creativity and help them become better team players.
What is your coaching experience?
I am originally from Mexico and started playing soccer when I was 6 years old. At the age of 16, I was signed by Club Monterrey of the Mexican Pro League and played for 4 years. I moved to Madison in 1982. I have been coaching soccer for over 30 years.
USSF 'D' Licesne
BRUSA level 2 International
Inducted in the Madison Area Soccer Hall of Fame in 2014.
Why is Rush special to you?
Rush is very special to me because of the players, the coaches and the parents. I have been with the Club since 2006.
It makes me happy to see the players faces when, after they work on certain drill, they see the results and say ..."hard work really pays off coach Augie".