Manuel Zaragosa - Building a Winning Soccer Program at an Urban School

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Hello, I'm Manuel Zaragoza, currently serving as the Head Coach at Wilmer Hutchins High School in Dallas, TX. My journey into coaching is rooted in a lifelong passion for soccer, which began in my hometown of Spring, TX. I attended Klein High School, where I was an integral part of the soccer team that achieved state runner-up in 2008. Following high school, I pursued my college education and soccer career at East Texas Baptist University (2009-2010) before graduating from the University of Texas at Tyler in 2015. **Page 2** In 2018, I embarked on my teaching and coaching career, and in 2022, I assumed the role of Head Boys Soccer Coach at Wilmer Hutchins. During my first season, we finished 3rd in district and reached the Regional Quarterfinal. Building on that success, the 2023-2024 season saw us secure 2nd place in district and advance to the Regional Semi-final. Beyond coaching, I find immense joy in my family life. I am happily married and blessed with two beautiful children who inspire me every day. Looking forward, I am committed to nurturing young talent on the soccer field and fostering a positive educational environment. My journey as a coach is driven by a dedication to excellence and a passion for shaping the next generation of athletes and scholars in Dallas, TX.