Dennis lives in San Antonio with his wife Mimi and their five children: Kristyn, Giancarlo, Dylan Paige, Danielle Peyton, and Derek. A fixture in the San Antonio soccer community for over three decades, Dennis has helped shape generations of players and coaches. From youth to college to professional levels, his leadership has been integral to the growth and success of Classics Elite and many other programs.
Hometown:
San Antonio, Texas
COACHING LICENSES
USSF National B License
USSF National Youth License
NSCAA National Goalkeeper Certification
COACHING EXPERIENCE
Director of Operations, Classics Elite Soccer Academy (2024–Present)
Head Senior Coach, Classics Elite Soccer Academy
ECNL and ECNL RL Staff Coach (2020–2023)
Director of Coaching – Girls, United Soccer Clubs West
Director of ECNL Girls Goalkeepers, Classics Elite (2019–2021)
Director of Coaching – Jr ECNL, Classics Elite (2017–2019)
Technical Director of Coaching, Classics Elite (2015–2017)
US Boys Development Academy Staff Coach
U.S. Training Center Staff Coach
South Texas ODP State Team Coach
Additional coaching history includes roles at Hammers and XLR8 SC, where he led growth from 4 to 17 teams before the club merged into Classics Elite in 2004. Dennis also coached at University of the Incarnate Word, compiling a 63-14-1 record over four seasons. He has led teams to 8 State Championships, 2 Regional appearances (1 championship), and numerous major tournament victories.
EDUCATION
Saint Edward’s University
Bachelor of Science – Health, Recreation & Sports Management
All-Level Certification, K–12
PLAYING EXPERIENCE
Churchill High School – All-State, Hall of Honor (2005); school records for shutouts (13) and GAA (0.65)
Saint Edward’s University – 4-year starter, 2x MVP, 3-year Captain, 3x All-Conference, 6 school records
Professional:
San Antonio Generals (Indoor)
Austin Sockadillos, Austin Lonestar, San Antonio Heat, San Antonio Pumas (USISL)