Christian Manrique

Soccer Coach | Player Development | USSF Referee

Talent

Norfolk, VAMember since September 23, 2026

Player DevelopmentSportsmanshipTactical AwarenessCommunicationPerformance CoachingTeam DevelopmentSituational AwarenessProblem-Solving

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Player DevelopmentSportsmanshipTactical AwarenessCommunicationPerformance Coaching

About

Soccer professional pursuing coaching opportunities with a foundation built through competitive youth, varsity, collegiate level, U.S. Navy, and adult amateur play, complemented by U.S. Soccer referee experience.

Brings disciplined leadership, team development, safety awareness, accountability, and bilingual English/Spanish communication. Experienced leading and training teams in high-pressure professional and military environments, with a player-centered approach focused on fundamentals, teamwork, sportsmanship, tactical awareness, and continuous improvement.

Experience

Client Development Manager - Crane Worldwide Logistics - Savannah, GA

(2025-03)

Lead cross-functional relationships and coordinate complex, time-sensitive operations requiring clear communication, preparation, accountability, and rapid decision-making.
Partner with diverse stakeholders to identify performance needs, solve problems, and improve team execution.

Account Operations Manager - Crane Worldwide Logistics - Atlanta, GA

(2021-04 - 2025-03)

Led and developed 15+ direct reports in a 24/7 environment, providing performance coaching, workload direction, escalation support, and continuous feedback.
Built team discipline and consistency around service standards, performance expectations, and collaborative problem-solving.

Boatswain's Mate Petty Officer 2nd Class - United States Navy - Norfolk, VA

(2006-11 - 2012-01)

Supervised junior Sailors, conducted qualifications training, assigned daily responsibilities, and reinforced safety, discipline, teamwork, and operational readiness.
Led personnel during high-pressure shipboard operations where communication, situational awareness, trust, and adherence to procedures were essential.

Adult Amateur Player (Team Captain) - Eleftheria Pancyprian Soccer Club - Queens, NY

(2012-03 - 2014-01)

Adult Amateur Player (Team Captain) - United States Navy Soccer Team - USS Nicholas (FFG-47) - Norfolk, VA

(2008-01 - 2010-01)

Varsity Player (Team Captain) - Newtown High School Varsity Soccer Team - Queens, NY

(2002-08 - 2006-06)

Youth Club Player (Team Captain) - Eleftheria Pancyprian Soccer Club - Queens, NY

(2000-03 - 2006-06)