About California Football Club (CAFC)
California Football Club (CAFC) is a competitive youth club and UPSL program focused on developing high
level players while building strong character and leadership.
We provide structured training, competitive pathways (U10–U17 & UPSL), and a professional environment
that prepares athletes for collegiate and professional opportunities.
Our mission is simple develop disciplined players, confident leaders, and positive members of the
community on and off the field.
What We Do
OUR VISION
To be the leading sports platform in California for the soccer and personal development of children and young people,
applying innovative and high-quality teaching methods.
Our Purpose
The club focuses on providing comprehensive training that
encompasses technical and tactical soccer skills, as well as educational, psychological, and nutritional aspects.
FOUNDER & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
MARCO PANIAGUA
Professional with a strategic vision and passionate
about the world of sport, MARCO PANIAGUA has
extensive professional experience as director of
operations, coordination of the company’s processes
and operations, acting as a liaison between the
different departments and promoting transversality
between them.
In the field of sports, CONCACAF “A” Licensed Coach.
It should be noted that Marco has competed as a professional
footballer in Costa Rica and coached numerous
clubs in the UPSL (USA). In addition to his status as
owner, Marco leads the Technical Staff of California
Football Club ensuring that all players receive the
best football training under the CAFC methodology
FOOTBALL COORDINATOR & Technical Director
JOSHUA BOLANOS
CONCACAF “A” Licensed Coach and Physical Educator
with national and international experience in youth
development and elite training environments. His
professional background includes roles with Sporting FC
and Municipal Grecia (Costa Rica), Dutch Total Soccer –
New Jersey (USA), and Barça Academy Camps.
At California Football Club, Joshua oversees the
technical structure and player development pathway,
specializing in academy organization, talent identification,
and high-performance training methodology.
Academically prepared through MBP School of Coaches
(Barcelona) in scouting and game analysis, he integrates
modern European development models into the club’s long
term player progression system. His leadership supports the
development of complete players technically, tactically,
physically, and mentally within a structured and competitive
environment.
STAFF CAFC
Technical staff with a past as high-level professional athletes in football, with training and vocation according to the needs of today’s sport.
All CAFC coaches have national and international experience and recognition, as well as proximity to major leagues. Sports psychology falls to professionals with strong ties to the world of sport. Nutrition is programmed and adapted to the sports requirements of the athlete with the aim of improving performance, avoiding injuries and educating towards healthy and balanced habits.
THE ICON
CALIFORNIA FOOTBALL CLUB
California Football Club represents the next generation of aspiring athletes by celebrating the spirit, culture, and growth of soccer in our community. Our vision is to build an environment where every player regardless of age or experience can develop their skills, realize their potential, and compete with pride.
At California Football Club, we believe that success is built through commitment,
discipline, and teamwork both on and off the field. Our coaching staff brings a blend of
professional training expertise and a passion for youth development, creating a pathway
for players to grow technically, tactically, and mentally.
