Raffi Ruotolo

Girls Programming Director

Raffi brings over 25 years of soccer experience, from a soccer professional player to coaching Jr College, High School, ODP and Club Soccer. Raffi has dedicated many years developing outstanding players. Many of them have gone and played soccer at high levels, from Div I Colleges to National Team. 

Coaching Philosophy: Help each player attain individual skill and experience necessary to play at NCAA Division I level and above. Prepare the team to compete at the National level; teach the players team strategy. Instill qualities that each player will need in any environment: (a) Pride, self-confidence and self-esteem; (b) Taking responsibility for actions and performance; (c) self-discipline; and (d) Sportsmanship, cooperation and sacrifice for team benefit, not the individual’s. Winning is not the first priority, until State and Nationals. Players learn most from losing, not winning. Making mistakes is one of the most important tools to achieve success. We will try to win every game, but as long as each game is a learning experience, it is a victory.

Coaching Experience: 1984-1995 Crusader Soccer Club: Director of Coaching, oversaw 30 teams for coaching curriculum, directions and club philosophy. 1987-1991: Clavijo-Ruotolo Soccer Camps President/Director. 1994-1995: San Diego City College Women’s Head Coach, 1990-1998: Patrick Henry High School Girls Varsity Coach. 1998-2010: Rancho Bernardo High School Girls Varsity Coach (Reached CIF playoffs every year!). 1995-present: SDSC girls director.