Rick Talamantez

Rick is our Head Trainer and Director of Coaching. Rick brings a great blend of playing and coaching experience to Layton Strikers. Many players have benefited from his talents and ability to teach players how to excel in their fundamental technical skills.

• NSCAA certified goal keeper diploma
• NSCAA high school diploma
• National licensed Coach

Coaching Experience

• 16 years High School Head Coach (started coaching @ 18)
• 8 years Division I Coach (Weber State University)
• 5 years instructor @ Sutton Soccer School
• The Salt Lake Tribune’s Coach of the Year – 2009
• High School State Title
• Runners up State Title
• 5 region championships

Playing Experience

• 26 years playing experience
• Played club soccer for Layton Strikers

Derek Amano

Derek is one of our Technical Skills Trainers. Derek absolutely loves everything about the game of
soccer. He enjoys working with individuals of all ages helping them to grow and develop as soccer
players.

• USSF National “C” License
• USSF National Youth License
• NFHS High School Coaching License

Coaching Experience

• Layton Strikers Soccer Club Technical Skills Trainer 2008-current
• Coached Layton Strikers U-18 Girls Premier 2008-2010
• Davis High School Girls Soccer Assistant Coach 2007-current
• Layton High School Boys Soccer Assistant Coach 2008-current

Playing Experience

• Weber State University Men’s Soccer – 2007
• Layton High School Boys Soccer – 2005-2007
• Played club soccer for Utah Rush Premier and Wasatch Soccer Club