Mark Gibbs

Mark Gibbs serves as the Sporting Director and Technical Director for Arkansas Rising Soccer Club since May 2021. With a robust background in soccer education, Mark has been a US Club Soccer National Instructor and a Grassroots National Instructor for the U.S. Soccer Federation since 2016 and 2017, respectively. Previous roles include Houston Dash Youth Academy Director and Technical Director for both Arkansas United Soccer Club and RISE Soccer Club, where responsibilities included overseeing technical direction and developing player curricula. Mark's coaching experience extends to the Region 3 Olympic Development Program and the South Texas Youth Soccer Association. Currently pursuing multiple professional certifications in sports education, including an Executive MBA in Football Management, Mark continues to contribute to youth soccer development through structured player programs and mentoring.