For Immediate Release.
January 6, 2025
HOUSTON, TX - HTX Soccer is excited to announce an addition to the Girls Elite Program coaching staff.
Carlos Parra will serve in the Girls Elite Program working with our U10 – U19 players. Carlos brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our organization with more than 20 years dedicated to soccer. As a player, Carlos has represented the U20 and U23 US National Teams including competing at the Youth World Cup in Malaysia. He played professionally in Major League Soccer for the Colorado Rapids, New England Revolution, Miami Fusion and the New York/New Jersey Metrostars.
Coach Carlos previously served as Technical Director (Atlanta, GA), Director of Girls Development Academy (Arlington, VA) and ECNL Director (Houston, TX). Prior to that, Carlos spent several years in Atlanta as Executive Director of Coaching for Atlanta Fire United Soccer Association.
Carlos holds the US Soccer 'A' License and a National Youth license. Originating from West Haven CT, he now lives in Sugar Land with his wife and two children.
"I am very excited and honored to join HTX," said Carlos Parra. "Being part of HTX Soccer was an opportunity I could not pass up. The club has so much talent, passion and a history of player development so it's perfect for any coach looking to continue to develop both on and off the field. See y’all on the fields!"
“Over the years, I developed a great deal of respect for Carlos. Most of our interactions have been forged by healthy competition at our respective clubs," said Andy Squire Girls Director. "During that time, I have always admired the way Carlos coached his players. Both from a technical and tactical perspective, but also from a personality aspect. He does a great job building positive relationships which is the foundation for teaching and a key aspect of the culture we want at HTX. I am looking forward to collaborating with Carlos across multiple programs to achieve our collective and individual goals. Welcome to the club, Carlos!”
"Carlos has an amazing resume and a very impressive list of accomplishments, but we are most grateful for the quality of person we are adding to our staff, said Randy Evans, Technical Director. "Carlos is committed to the development process and serving as a mentor. He is a great addition to our Girls Elite program."
Playing Experience:
- New York Metro Stars (1997-98)
- Miami Fusion (1998-99)
- New England Revolution (1999-2000)
- Colorado Rapids (2001)
- Trained in Italy with AC Milan and in England with Sunderland F.C.
- Member of the US U-20 National Team in 1997 FIFA U-20 World Cup (Malaysia 1997)
- Member of the US U-23 National Team (1998-2000)
- First player ever signed to MLS Project 40
Coaching License | Experience:
- US Soccer 'A' License
- National Youth License
- USSF 'A' Training Center Staff Coach
- NSCAA National Coaching Diploma
- US Soccer Director of Coaching License
- ID2 US Club Soccer Staff Coach and Super Y League ODP Coach
- MLS PME (Professional Match Evaluator)
To find an HTX Soccer program near you for any age or experience level, visit www.htxsoccer.com
ABOUT HTX SOCCER
HTX Soccer is the largest youth soccer club in the Greater Houston area with more than 8,500 players at every skill level from recreational to elite from the ages of 3-19. The club truly represents the sport in Houston, with teams serving a 100-mile radius from Downtown Houston. Since 2006, it has developed 700+ players who have gone on to play collegiately, more than any other club in the area, and 62 players have been selected to attend their respective youth national teams activities. HTX Soccer’s elite boys’ teams are part of the ECNL, the most competitive youth soccer league in America, and its elite girls teams compete in the Girls Academy (G.A.) League against the top teams and clubs throughout the country.
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