James Clarkson

"Coach James Clarkson was my coach for only a year but he was a great coach who truly cares about his players. He pushed me to improve while creating a positive and supportive environment. His guidance has helped me grow both on and off the field, and I’m grateful to learn from him."

"I’ve known James Clarkson for years, and he’s someone I have a ton of respect for in our game—both as a coach and as a leader. His experience speaks for itself, from leading at the professional level with the Houston Dash to building and developing players through the Houston Dynamo academy system.

What stands out most about James is his ability to connect the full pathway—he understands what it takes at the youth level, what it looks like at the college level, and what ultimately translates to the professional game. That perspective is rare.

He’s a true professional, detail-oriented, and deeply committed to developing players the right way. Houston soccer is better because of the work he’s done and continues to do."