Physical Elite conditioning and technical soccer training at every session, building athleticism from age 5 through competitive play.
MEET THE COACH
Luis A. Montes, M.A.
FIFA PRO Licensed Coach | Psychotherapist | Champion Maker
Coach Luis Montes is not your average soccer coach. With a FIFA PRO License earned through the legendary Cesar Luis Menotti Coaching School in Argentina, FIFA A & B Licenses, and a USA Soccer D License, his credentials are world-class. But what truly sets him apart is what's behind those credentials.
Coach Montes holds a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands (GPA 4.0) and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Colorado Christian University (GPA 3.9, Dean's List twice, National Honors Society). He is also a certified interpreter in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and a Second Degree Black Belt in Karate.
For over a decade, Coach Montes has used this rare combination of elite soccer coaching and mental health expertise to create athletes who are not just technically skilled — but mentally resilient, emotionally intelligent, and academically driven.
Coaching
Credentials
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FIFA PRO License
Cesar Luis Menotti Coaching School, Argentina
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FIFA A & B License
International Federation
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USA Soccer D License
United States Soccer Federation
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Grassroots Licenses
4v4, 7v7, and 11v11 (Online & In-Person)
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F License
United States Soccer Federation
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PLAYED DIV. 1 Soccer
Youth: Alianza FC, Atlético Marte, Independiente. Matches with Alianza FC first division. Matches with Atlético Marte first division.
Academic
Credentials
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M.A. Mental Health Counseling
University of the Cumberlands — GPA 4.0
Relevant Coursework: Clinical Mental Health Practice with Families and Children on Medicaid, Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Advanced Group Methods, Substance Abuse Counseling, Etiology of Abnormal Behavior
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B.A. Psychology
Colorado Christian University GPA 3.9
Honors: Dean’s List 2 times, National Honors Society
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Karate Instructor
2nd Degree Black Belt
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Certified Interpreter
English, Spanish & Portuguese — ATA Certified
Certifications
✓ Telehealth for Mental Health Professionals
✓ American Translators Association
✓ International Chaplains Alliance
✓ Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
✓ Skills for Psychological Recovery (SPR)
✓ Developing and Person-Centered Treatment Plan
✓ Maryland Professional Counselors Law Assessment
✓ Bullying, Hazing and Inappropriate Behavior
✓ Sportsmanship
✓ CDC Heads Up
✓ Grassroots 4v4 Online Coaching License
✓ Grassroots 7v7 In-Person Coaching License.
Our 4-Pillar
Development
Model
Everything we do at LMFC is guided by a holistic approach to player development. We believe a great soccer player is built on four foundations:
Mental Mindset coaching rooted in sports psychology. We train players to think clearly, stay composed, and perform their best under pressure.
Social Family unity, teamwork, respect, and moral education. Our players learn to be great teammates and great human beings.
Spiritual We promote our core values: God — Family — Sports. We build character that extends far beyond the pitch.
Your Child's Path
at LMFC
›Step 1 —
Step 1 —
Contact & Evaluation
Call, text, or email us. We'll schedule a free evaluation session where we observe your child's current level and provide honest feedback. Evaluations run year-round.
›Step 2 — Join
Step 2 — Join
the Academy
Join the LMFC academy and begin a structured development pathway built around the complete player.
›Step 3 — Train 2
Step 3 — Train 2
times Per Week
you'll be enrolled in training and tournaments
