
Tom Poole // Collegiate Futbol Coach
You’re not here to be average. You're here because you want to close the gap between where you are—and where you know you can be.
BRIDGE is a training ground for the high-achieving student-athlete.Inside, we go beyond reps and match days. We teach the how and why behind elite performance—on and off the pitch.
Whether you’re gunning for college recruitment or just want to be undeniable in your role, this is where you build the edge no one sees—but everyone feels.

Why and What to expect when joining the BRIDGE program
What's Inside :
Core Weekly Updated Modules
Mindset : Mentality on and off the Field
Purpose : Help with Psychology of Finding your Why
Benefits : Game Intelligence + Positional Play
Strategy : Individual Development Planning (IDPs)
Deliverables : Highlight Video + Performance Analysis
Recruitment : How to Get College Interests (Step-by-Step Blueprint)
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Commitment – Each player will pledge their dedication to their team mates by the attitude they show their and application to practice and games, everything is geared towards team development and improvement
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Ownership – Putting player and team development in the hands of each individual
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Responsibility – Holding each player accountable to high standards, both on the field in the classroom and in the community
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Excellence – Striving for superiority in all that we do!
Why this Course is for You?



"Tom was my coach at Regis University for 2 years. At that time he helped me a lot on and off the field, both with training and advice in school. As a coach his sessions were both demanding and fun, that helped me improve my creativity , technical ability and tactical understanding. I
As a strength and conditioning coach, he pushed me to improve my speed, become more flexible, and also helped me stay lean and gain more strength."
Arnthor Kristinsson
NCAA Division I Athlete
Icelandic Professional
Vikingur Reykjavik
"Tom is someone who I value deeply as a coach and a person. I was fortunate enough to work with him during the best years of my collegiate career. He has technical and tactical knowledge beyond his years and his work ethic growth for all his players.
I owe a great deal to Tom from a personal level. He often took time away from his demanding schedule to work with me one-on-one to prepare me for professional soccer. His dedication says everything about his character, he is committed to developing players of all ages."
Martin Maybin
Former USL Professional
2x NSCAA DII All-American
South Central Region Player of the Year - 2014
"Tom puts great effort into really creating a good player/coach bond in order to gain the absolute most from his players. Tom was my coach at the collegiate level and really broadened my knowledge and philosophies in terms of problem solving and tactical awareness.
He provides great expertise in technical training and tactical awareness as well contemporary physical conditioning for elite soccer players. I cannot stress enough just how personable and likable Tom is which I think is a crucial factor when it comes to coaching soccer."
Louis Barrow
Former Saginaw Valley State University
Defender of the year - 2015
GLIAC Champion 2016
Join the BRIDGE Program Today!
Monthly Q&A Gameplan Sessions
Bonus videos + breakdowns added monthly
Guest Trainings from current/former college coaches
Supportive community of players and parents committed to growth
Join the Futbol Collective!



"A committed professional with an extremely bright future, Coach Poole's ability to help developing players comprehend and implement instructions is impressive.
Tom Poole has the necessary backbone, background, insights and quest for self-improvement to be rightfully considered a coach with, as yet, years of untapped potential."
Barry Gorman
Former NSCAA President
Penn State Head Coach (1987-2009)
Technical Director FC Dallas (2010-2011)
"Having had the opportunity to work with Tom on and off the field has given me and others an insight into his commitment to developing players and coaches.
His dedication to improving himself first shows how much he is driven to improving our sport. Tom is one to watch in the future of soccer in the United States. A true professional in the world of grassroots, youth and collegiate soccer."
Ryan Hodgson
National Director of Coaching Education - US Coaches Club
National Staff Instructor - NSCAA
"Tom is an outstanding coach with a bright future in the coaching profession. He is dedicated to player development through a series of individual values and beliefs. He adopts a holistic approach to coaching, working through all four areas of modern day soccer: Technical, Tactical, Physical and Psychological/Psychosocial.
I have known Tom for over 6 years now, completing out UEFA 'B' License together and have kept in touch as our soccer coaching philosophies align."
Matt Briggs
Real Salt Lake U15 Head Coach & Head of Academy Recruitment
Former Assistant Coach - FCKC in NWSL
U.S Development Academy Manager - FCKC
Meet Coach Tom
Tom is a highly qualified coach who works tirelessly towards continued player development. A dominant figure in the Soccer community, Tom is currently the Elite Girls Director (ECNL) Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club and is based in Denver, CO, USA. Tom oversees all facets of the Elite Girls branch with direct oversight of other full time Girls staff and multiple staff coaches.
Tom leads all facets of the Elite Girls Program from continual coaching education and player develop, age group appropriate curriculum instruction and implementation as well staff development, retention, hiring and management. Tom has direct oversight of budget, goal setting, strategic planning for the Elite Girls program.
Tom currently holds his UEFA 'A' License as well as his USC Advanced National, Premier & Director of Coaching Diplomas. Tom was selected as a top 30 coach under the age of 30 in the United States in 2018 by United Soccer Coaches. Tom is also involved in the West Region ODP program and has worked at the collegiate level. Tom was formerly the Director of Soccer Operations with the University of Denver, Men's Soccer Program (NCAA DI) and Assistant Coach & Director of Performance at Regis University (NCAA DII)




















