Performance Coach

About the role

Loudoun United FC is seeking a highly motivated First Team Performance Coach to lead the physical performance program for our professional first team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all GPS monitoring, analysis and interpretation, including high-speed running (HSR), sprint exposure, maximum velocity, accelerations/decelerations, high-intensity demands and individual player trends.
• Translate GPS and performance data into clear, actionable recommendations for training, recovery and individual player programming.
• Lead and coordinate weekly load management and physical periodization from MD+1 through MD-1, in collaboration with technical and medical staff and based on match demands, individual player needs and the competitive schedule.
• Work collaboratively with technical staff to understand how session design impacts physical output and provide recommendations related to pitch dimensions, player numbers, duration, intensity, work-to-rest ratios and training formats.
• Maintain clear communication and alignment with technical, medical and Sporting Department staff regarding individual and team physical-performance needs.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an applied soccer-performance practitioner who can translate sports science into practical, daily impact on player performance.

• The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate Strong experience within professional or elite soccer.
• Advanced understanding of GPS/performance analytics and load management.
• Strong knowledge of soccer-specific periodization and match demands.
• Expertise in strength, power, speed and physical development.
• Strong understanding of how soccer session design creates different physical stimuli and adaptations.
• Ability to conduct and interpret physical testing and player profiling.
• Ability to individualize programming based on position, match exposure, physical profile and injury history.
• Strong understanding of injury-risk reduction, reconditioning and return-to-performance principles.
• Ability to turn complex sports-science information into simple, practical recommendations for technical staff and players.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with professional players, technical staff, medical staff and the wider Sporting Department.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Science, Sports Performance or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CSCS, UKSCA, ASCA or equivalent recognized strength and conditioning accreditation preferred.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing GPS and athlete-monitoring systems within an elite performance environment.
• Strong competency in data management, analysis and reporting, including Microsoft Excel and relevant performance-analysis platforms.
• Previous experience within professional or elite soccer strongly preferred, including USL Championship, MLS, MLS NEXT Pro, or an equivalent international professional environment.
• . U.S. Soccer, UEFA or equivalent recognized coaching license preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, professional accreditation and relevant professional soccer experience will be considered.

Club Culture Fit

The successful candidate must align with Loudoun United FC’s standards:

• Hungry-Driven to improve, learn and continually raise performance standards.
• Resilient-Adaptable, composed and solution-oriented when navigating the demands and challenges of professional soccer.
• United-A team-first collaborator who builds strong relationships with players, technical staff, medical staff and the wider Sporting Department.
• Professional-Hard-working, accountable, dependable and committed to consistently delivering high standards.

Pay

Up to $75,000 annually plus benefits, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position.