TEAM
Coaches
Founder; 2012 & 2013 Boys
Dallin Cutler
Dallin brings extensive experience as both a player and coach. He played 6 years professionally with teams including the San Diego Sockers, Ontario Fury, San Diego 1904 FC, and Pittsburgh Riverhounds. He also competed at the collegiate D1 level for San Diego State University and semi-professionally for BYU. As a coach, Dallin served as Head Coach and General Manager for San Diego 1904 FC, becoming the youngest head coach in the club’s history. He also led Rancho Bernardo High School to three consecutive CIF Finals, winning two titles, and has over 10 years of club coaching experience with DMCV Sharks, Albion SC, FC Golden State, and Surf.
COO; 2013 Boys
Jason Perrenoud
Jason is a respected coach and business leader with extensive experience in operations management and strategic planning. Holding a USSF D license, he has developed numerous players and teams in Utah County, earning recognition as a leader in the local soccer community. As COO of Tesani Companies, Jason applies his expertise to drive efficiency and foster innovation while maintaining a strong commitment to mentorship and community engagement on and off the field.
2015 & 2016 Boys
Nico Torres
Nico brings a wealth of experience as both a player and coach. His playing career includes developing with Deportes Linares (Chile), competing at the NCAA Division 1 level with Utah Valley University, and playing professionally for Union Española (Chile) and the Des Moines Menace (USL). As a coach, Nico has served as an Assistant Coach at Snow College, Director of Coaching at AllOrNothing, and leads the 2015 and 2016 Boys teams at Utah Athletic. A USSF Licensed Coach, Nico is committed to fostering player development and excellence at every level.
2015 & 2016 Boys
Brit Osborne
Brit brings valuable experience as both a player and coach, with a career rooted in competitive soccer. As a player, he developed with Sparta (youth) and competed at the collegiate level with BYU Soccer. As a coach, Brit has over 10 years of experience with various youth clubs, including Utah Celtic, where he has contributed to player development and team success. A USSF Licensed Coach, Brit is dedicated to mentoring young athletes and fostering their growth on and off the field.
2014 Boys
Ariel Chavez
Ariel combines extensive playing and coaching experience, making him a valuable asset to Utah Athletic. His playing career includes time with ODP Region 4, BYU Soccer, the El Paso Patriots (USL), and Magari de Juarez (Mexico) at the professional level. With over 10 years of club coaching experience, Ariel has led teams in the Provo Athletic Club (UPSL) and currently coaches at Utah Athletic. As a USSF Licensed Coach, Ariel is dedicated to developing players and fostering excellence both on and off the field.
2014 Boys & Girls
Sam Gomez
Sam brings a rich background as both a player and coach, with experience at elite levels of soccer. His playing career includes time with the Seattle Sounders (youth), CSU Bakersfield (D1), and several professional and semi-professional teams, including San Diego Zest (USL), Port Orchard FC (USL), Kitsap Pumas (NPSL), Real España (Honduras), and San Diego 1904FC (NISA). As a coach, Sam has led teams at Port Orchard FC (semi-pro), Highland High School (V Girls), and various youth clubs over the past 5 years. A USSF Licensed Coach, Sam is dedicated to developing players and bringing his wealth of experience to every level of the game.
2012 Boys
Matt Stoddard
Matt is a seasoned coach with over 10 years of experience, including leadership roles in youth soccer clubs in Utah and semi-professional coaching in the USL. He served as an assistant coach for BYU Men’s Soccer, where he helped secure a Club National Championship, and for the U.S. Men’s National Collegiate Team at the World University Games in Taiwan. Matt has guided numerous players to success at the NCAA Division 1 and professional levels, combining a commitment to excellence with a deep understanding of the game.
Staff
Head of Recruitment
Carlos Rodriguez
Carlos brings a wealth of experience as both a player and coach. He helped lead the Utah Valley Rangers to four state championships, competed in Western Regionals, and earned 5A All-State First Team honors while captaining Timpanogos High School’s varsity team. He continued his playing career at Utah Valley Community College (now UVU) before transitioning into coaching with clubs like Celtic and Surf. With 13 years of professional experience at Adobe as a Creative Cloud Named Support Engineer, Carlos excels in communication, organization, and leadership. He combines his soccer background and professional expertise to create a positive, growth-oriented environment for players at Utah Athletic.
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Nutrition & Health Coordinator
Bautista Palma
Bauti brings a unique blend of technical expertise and leadership to Utah Athletic. He holds a degree in Business Administration from Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina and is currently pursuing a Global Sports Business Master’s at the European Sport Business School. Certified in Power BI and skilled in data analysis and business intelligence, Bauti transforms insights into actionable strategies for athlete performance. With over six years of leadership experience in youth programs, he is dedicated to driving development both on and off the field.
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Head of Goalkeeping
Makiah Alcorn
Makiah combines extensive playing and coaching experience with a specialization in goalkeeper development. As a player, she competed at Maple Mountain High School, Utah Storm (club), and at the collegiate level for Utah Valley University (D1). As a coach, Makiah has served as Head Coach for Celtic, founded GK Zone, and is a USSF Licensed Coach. Her expertise and passion for training goalkeepers make her a key contributor to the development of elite athletes at Utah Athletic.
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Head of Strength and Conditioning
Alex Neff
Alex brings a strong academic and athletic background to Utah Athletic, holding a BS in Exercise Science and an MS in Sports Conditioning and Performance. As a player, he was named TOSH Utah Youth Soccer Association Player of the Year, earned Scholar All-American honors at Utah Valley University, and was a 3x First Team All-Conference selection. As the Founder and Owner of OP Zone in Pleasant Grove, Utah, Alex specializes in training athletes of all levels, including professionals across various sports. Using evidence-based programming, he is dedicated to helping every athlete achieve peak performance.
Head of Mental Performance
Camden Read
Camden brings a unique combination of soccer expertise and mental performance training to Utah Athletic. He led Pleasant Grove High School to the 6A State Soccer Championship in 2018 and has two years of coaching experience with Utah Celtic, where he nurtured young talent and developed technical skills. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Sports Psychology at BYU, Camden has collaborated with renowned experts like Dr. Craig Manning (Milwaukee Bucks) and Dr. Carrie Hastings (LA Rams). His advanced knowledge of mental performance strategies helps athletes reach their full potential both physically and mentally.
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Data Analyst
Ben Dickson
Ben Dickson is Utah Athletic’s Data Analyst Specialist, using advanced tools like Ollie Stats, VEO, and Catapult Player Tek to gather and analyze performance data. Currently pursuing a degree in Business and Analysis at UVU, Ben transforms raw data into actionable insights for coaches and players. A lifelong athlete with a background in high school football, Ben is passionate about fitness, lifting, and nutrition. Fluent in Spanish, he brings versatility and a commitment to excellence to the Utah Athletic team.