About

Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Today’s Training

Our Philosophy: More than Soccer

Cupertino FC was born from a simple observation by local parents and coaches: our community’s young athletes deserved better than choosing between impersonal mega-clubs and amateur recreational leagues. Founded by Cupertino residents who understand the unique pressures and aspirations of Silicon Valley families, we set out to prove that elite-level training and genuine personal development could coexist.

Our mission extends far beyond developing soccer skills. We believe that the discipline, strategic thinking, and resilience required to excel in soccer directly translate to success in academics, innovation, and leadership. But more importantly, we use the beautiful game to forge the character traits that define exceptional people: integrity under pressure, the ability to lift up teammates, the courage to take calculated risks, and the humility to learn from failure.

In a community known for producing world-changing innovators and leaders, we’re committed to developing the next generation not just as athletes, but as confident communicators, collaborative problem-solvers, and ethical leaders. Every training session, every game, every interaction is an opportunity to build the foundations for lifelong excellence—whether that leads to college scholarships, startup success, or simply raising the next generation of thoughtful, capable community members.

Our Leadership Team

Lauv Aeron

Founder and Director

Pancho Tzankov

Director of Coaching

Bob Joyce

Technical Director

Kathy Nguyen

Treasurer

Julie Rizk

Administrator

Jennifer Younkin

Registrar

Read the Results

We are encouraged to keep going by those who don’t stop.

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