Performance Coach

Boston Legacy FC • Boston, MA

8h

About The Position

The Performance Coach leads the on-field physical development of the team as part of the Boston Legacy High Performance Department, ensuring players are optimally prepared for training and competition. Working closely with the Director of High Performance, this role integrates applied sports science, load management, and recovery practices to enhance performance, reduce injury risk, and maximize player availability throughout the season.
The Performance Coach plans and delivers the team’s physical preparation strategy — including periodization of training loads, live monitoring of player outputs, and implementation of individualized fitness programs. They will coach athletes to enhance movement efficiency, acceleration, and speed qualities.
In addition, the Performance Coach supports return-to-play programming for injured athletes, working with the medical and rehabilitation staff to ensure a smooth and progressive transition back to full training and competition.
This role requires close collaboration across the medical and coaching teams to align physical preparation, rehabilitation, and tactical demands. The ideal candidate is adaptable, decisive, and possesses a holistic understanding of athlete development, integrated performance care, and football environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human physiology, sports science, or related field (required)
• Certified Performance and Sports Scientist (CPSS), NSCA (required)
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), NSCA (preferred)
• Minimum four (4) years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in soccer
• Deep understanding of football periodization and its application to training design and long-term planning.
• Strong applied sports science knowledge and ability to leverage technology for decision-making.
• Professional experience in football (soccer) preferred.
• Proficiency with athlete monitoring systems, GPS, and data software.
• Working knowledge of performance technologies such as Output, Vald, and 1080 Sprint.
• Understanding of modern return-to-play methodology and on-field rehabilitation practices.
• Strong technical football knowledge to integrate physical preparation within tactical frameworks.
• Excellent communication, adaptability, and collaboration skills within high-performance environments.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), NSCA (preferred)
• Professional experience in football (soccer) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver on-field physical preparation, ensuring alignment with physical, tactical, and technical objectives.
• Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and excellence consistent with the Vision, Mission, and Core Values of Boston Legacy.
• Develop and implement a performance framework supporting the team’s playing philosophy, competition schedule, and tactical needs.
• Conduct baseline movement and athletic assessments to establish long-term KPIs and monitor player progress.
• Design and manage seasonal, weekly, and daily training plans in coordination with coaching and medical staff.
• Align physical and tactical periodization to optimize readiness and performance, adjusting based on match schedules, player feedback, and data.
• Lead warm-ups, conditioning, and recovery sessions, integrating physical preparation principles into football-specific drills.
• Deliver individualized fitness testing and programming to support energy system development.
• Manage all aspects of GPS and athlete monitoring systems — setup, live tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Utilize sports science technologies (e.g., Output, Vald, 1080 Sprint) to assess performance, movement, and readiness.
• Coordinate with the strength and conditioning coach to ensure a unified, holistic approach to athlete development.
• Support return-to-play progressions using frameworks such as the “Control to Chaos Continuum.”
• Analyze performance and wellness data to guide load management, recovery, and readiness decisions.
• Collaborate with the Head Coach, Director of High Performance, and Director of Player Health to align physical preparation and health goals.
• Educate players on recovery, nutrition, and performance behaviors that enhance resilience and long-term development.
• Stay current with research and innovations in women’s football and sports science to drive continuous improvement.
• Promote professionalism, accountability, and a growth mindset within the player group and performance staff.

Benefits

• You’ll be part of a founding team creating a legacy—literally.
• Boston Legacy FC is more than a soccer club; it's a movement.
• We offer a unique opportunity to shape the future of a professional sports organization in one of the most passionate sports markets in the world.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level