Andres Ochoa

Andres Ochoa is an experienced soccer coach and player with significant expertise in developing student athletes both on and off the field. Currently serving as the UCLA Men’s Soccer Assistant Coach since February 2021, Ochoa focuses on fostering an environment conducive to personal and athletic growth. Previously, Ochoa was a Professional Soccer Player at Atletico Capitalino and a Student Athlete at the Soccer Management Institute in Rome, where Ochoa pursued a Master's degree. Ochoa has also contributed to collegiate soccer as an Assistant Coach at the University of the Pacific and as a Head Coach for Central Valley Surf. Ochoa’s commitment to youth development is evident through roles such as Program Coordinator for Special Events at the University of the Pacific, where Ochoa actively promoted higher education in local communities. Ochoa holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of the Pacific.