ALEXANDER MCLAURIN

+ 1 918 237 0067

alexander@total90futbolacademy.com

PROFILE

DOB: September 5th, 1987

Passport: U.S.A 🇺🇸 | Germany 🇩🇪 (can acquire by descent)

Language Proficiency: English - Native Fluency

                              German - Native Fluency

                              Spanish - Limited Working Proficiency

Education: Oral Roberts University (2010)

                      B.S., Health Exercise Science & Sports Management

Bio

"I believe that all players who are passionate about the game and committed to investing time and effort in their development deserve the chance to thrive in a professional, safe, enjoyable, and supportive environment that offers the right level of challenge for each individual to achieve their potential."


My name is Alexander McLaurin, and I am the Founder and Program Director of Total90 Futbol Academy. The statement above encapsulates my core beliefs and serves as the cornerstone of my coaching philosophy.


Passion for Sports

While I have a profound love for sports that includes the entire club and its teams, I have developed a particular focus on Individual Player Development and guidances in recent years. Additionally, I serve as the Senior Technical Director at West Side Alliance Soccer Clubs, one of the largest youth soccer organizations in the Midwest region of the United States.


Experience

My passion for the sport has granted me over 30 years of experience, nearly 20 of which have been spent coaching. Throughout my coaching career, I have engaged with youth players across various levels and ages, alongside professional athletes. I have been fortunate enough to travel the world, collaborating with diverse clubs, teams, as well as several Football Federations while applying a broad spectrum of my skills. My primary responsibilities have generally included direct coaching, scouting, and developing and implementing training curriculum. I have also enjoyed additional roles such as leading coaching education, managing staff, and creating and overseeing soccer development projects and budgets.


Life Beyond Soccer

While I consider it a privilege to have my work intertwined with my passion, I also value my time away from the beautiful game. I am grateful to have a wonderful family, and I cherish quality moments spent with them and the rest of my loved ones. In addition to family time, I have a passion for music and cooking, and I am always eager to travel and explore new cultures.


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WORK EXPERIENCE

TOTAL90 FUTBOL ACADEMY

Founder | Program Director

2018 - Present

Total90 Futbol Academy is premier Player-Centered Development Academy dedicated to the holistic development of soccer athletes, ensuring their success both on and off the field. We offer top-tier training and development programs for talented youth, collegiate prospects, and aspiring PRO-AM players. Our mission is to provide high-quality coaching, guidance on player development, and customized training programs tailored to players of all ages and skill levels.

Roles and Responsibilities


  • Develop and implement comprehensive game models and methodologies, as well as tailored training programs.
  • Coach and develop players across all levels, from youth to professional.
  • Provide consultation services to clubs, federations, teams, and individual players regarding the implementation of training programs and professional development pathways.
  • Organize and lead workshops and seminars on a variety of relevant topics.
  • Serve as the Head Coach of the PRO-AM Development Team competing in the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL Premier Division).
  • Drive the growth of the Academy through strategic programs, events, and partnerships with international, national, and local clubs, as well as with businesses and investors.
  • Manage day-to-day business operations, including marketing, media relations, and financial oversight.

WORK EXPERIENCE

WEST SIDE ALLIANCE SOCCER CLUB

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR | COACH

2008 - Present

West Side Alliance Soccer Club stands out as a premier competitive soccer organization in Oklahoma and the Midwest Region. It features divisions spread across Oklahoma, with its headquarters situated in Tulsa, alongside community club programs in the Tulsa Metro area, Oklahoma City, and northeastern Oklahoma.

Roles and Responsibilities


  • Design and implement game models and curriculum.
  • Manage and assist in the oversight of coaching staff.
  • Facilitate club development and enhance pathways to professional programs.
  • Organize and conduct in-house coach education sessions.
  • Coach and manage the Pro-AM to U16 Boys programs.

WORK EXPERIENCE

ONE PRO SPORTS MANAGEMENT

Player Development | Scouting

2020 - 2023

OPSM PRO is a sports agency located in Ottawa, dedicated to player representation and career guidance. We provide athletes with a distinctive blend of support, covering everything from their on-field development to their off-field brand enhancement.

Roles and Responsibilities


  • Assist in the organization and execution of professional combine/trial events throughout North America. 
  • Provide coaching and instruction to players during combine/trial events, facilitating their development along their player pathways. 
  • Participate in the Collegiate Recruitment Platform, supporting players in their search for suitable collegiate programs. 
  • Contribute to the agency's growth by fostering and leveraging personal relationships with clubs, teams, and players. 

WORK EXPERIENCE

ASOCIACIÓN PARAGUAYA DE FÚTBOL

CONSULTANT | TEAM & PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

2019 - 2023

In 2019, I entered into a partnership agreement with the APF to serve as a consultant for the Women's Development Program, collaborating with the Women's National Teams from Senior to U17, along with their staff and players.

Roles and Responsibilities


  • Designed and implemented game models and curricula for the Senior and U17 National Teams. 
  • Acquired and integrated Catapult GPS monitoring technology for performance analysis. 
  • Played a key role in preparing the Senior National Team for the 2019 Pan-American Games held in Lima, Peru. 
  • Served as a consultant for the coaching staff, contributing to the team's success in winning their group and securing a fourth-place finish at the 2019 Pan-American Games, highlighted by a notable draw against Colombia and a historic victory over Mexico. 
  • Organized and conducted a coaching course for 36 coaches representing various professional teams in Paraguay. 
  • Acted as Project Director for the U20 National Team's inaugural trip to the United States, facilitating participation in an international tour that included matches against three Division I college programs (2021). 

WORK EXPERIENCE

SIDE FC 92

Program Director | Head Coach

2020 - Current

SIDE FC 92 is a PRO-AM team that participates in the United Premier Soccer League. I founded the program in 2020 with the backing of the youth organization West Side Alliance Soccer Club, as an initiative of the Pathway to Pro Program.

Roles and Responsibilities


  • Played a pivotal role in establishing the Club, including contributions to naming, logo design, and program development. 
  • Served as Head Coach for the team during the 2020 and 2021 seasons, overseeing the implementation of the Game Model, leading training sessions, managing team selection, and ensuring overall team administration. 
  • Achieved an impressive 85% win ratio across 27 games over two seasons, averaging 2.68 points per game.   
  • Led the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) nationwide in goal scoring, netting 81 goals in the 2020 season and 72 goals in the 2021 season. 
  • Secured the title of North Division 1 champions in 2020 and North Premier Division 1 champions in 2021, advancing to the Round of 16 in the National Championship. 
  • UPSL Premier OK-AR Division Champions 2023 Spring Summer Season and run to round of 16

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Head Coach Women's of SIDE FC 92 Women's Team playing in the United Women's Soccer League 2021
  • Men's Division I College Coaching - Oral Roberts University
  • Men's NAIA College Coaching - Bacone College
  • Women's Division I College Coaching - Oral Roberts University
  • Training Men's USL Championship & Women's Professional Players
  • Working with Oklahoma Olympic Development Program (ODP)
  • Player Development & Identification program for National Premier League (NPL)
  • 25+ Years of Playing Experience from German Youth Academy, U.S. Club, Division I College, and PRO-AM

PASSION PROJECTS | VOLUNTEER WORK

For me, football has always been a universal game that unites individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. It’s a sport of the people, adaptable to be played anywhere and in countless ways. Personally, it has always been crucial to me to give back, whether through my time or financial support. The joy that a simple interaction can bring to people is truly invaluable. 


The image to the left captures one of those special moments when we chose to open our facilities to welcome Afghan refugee families for a day filled with fun, family, food, and football. I will forever cherish the smiles and laughter that illuminated the faces of everyone as, for two hours, they focused solely on being with their loved ones in a safe and joyful space. 


Leveraging the resources available through my academy—be it the people or the manpower—I consistently strive to engage myself and the academy players in volunteer initiatives, such as working at food banks, offering free soccer clinics for kids and families in collaboration with organizations like the Common Good, or participating with groups like Top Soccer that conduct training programs for individuals with disabilities.

BE YOUR BEST

This is a principle I have always endeavored to uphold. Each day, I strive to present the best version of myself in every situation, even on the toughest days. My values hold significant importance in my life, and I consistently aim to embody them in any organization I am part of. Those I interact with can rely on me to maintain the highest level of professionalism, take responsibility for my actions, and be accountable for my roles and responsibilities. Discipline plays a crucial role in my life, as I firmly believe it propels one forward toward becoming the best version of oneself, even on days when motivation is lacking. Through my extensive travels, exposure to diverse cultures, and experience in various roles, I've learned the importance of being adaptable to different customs and practices. Embracing change, fostering compassion and empathy for colleagues, and cultivating a sense of unity towards a common mission are essential for achieving progress. Finally, integrity and honesty are foundational to any relationship and collaborative endeavor. When individuals come together with a shared vision and mission, they can turn the impossible into the possible.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • USSF B License
  • USSF Coaching Modules
  • LaLiga Formation Methodology
  • Futsal Level 1
  • Goalkeeper Level 1
  • Sports Psychology and Individual Mental Skills Diploma

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Pan-AM Games 4th Place Paraguay Women's National Team (2019)
  • UPSL Premier OK-AR Division Champions (2023)
  • UPSL North Premier Division Champions (2021)
  • UPSL North Premier Division Champions (2021)
  • US Club National Championship (2019)
  • 3 x Oklahoma State Champions (2017 - 2019)

Skills



  • Coaching and Tactical Application
  • Game Analysis and Individual Player Development
  • Effective Communication and Leadership in Team Management
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Adaptability to New Cultures and Integration with Diverse Professionals

REFERENCES

CARLOS PILO GODOY

Senior Advisor | Ex Professional Player & Coach

pilosoccer@hotmail.com

918-237-0067

 

 

ROGER BUSH

Executive Director | West Side Alliance Soccer Club

Roger.bush@wsasoccer.org 

(918) 629-4476

 

ADAM KENES

Technical Director | Oklahoma Soccer Association & ODP

adam@oksoccer.com

(918) 574-5993