Executive Director
Executive Director
Jaime Leiva
Founder and Executive Director, United Futbol Academy
Originally from El Salvador, Jaime Leiva founded United Futbol Academy in 2017 with a simple mission: to give young players the same opportunities the game gave him, and more. A former college soccer player and Des Moines community leader, he has grown UFA from 32 families into one of Iowa’s leading youth soccer clubs, serving more than 600 families. His vision is a club that builds leaders, strengthens families, and gives every player a place to belong.
Leadership Team
Associate Executive Director
Amilcar Soriano
Club Administration, Family Inbox and DMFA
Amilcar partners with Jaime to lead the club’s daily administration and serves as the first point of contact for UFA families. He also co-leads DMFA and coaches UFA’s U13 and U14 Girls.
General Manager
Carlos Anaya
Coaching Staff, Team Placement and Club Calendar
Carlos leads UFA’s soccer operations, from coaching staff supervision and team placement to the club calendar and field assignments. He ensures every team has what it needs to train and compete.
Director of Competition & Club Relations
Ozzie White
Competition, College Pathway and Partnerships
Ozzie oversees how UFA competes and how the club connects with its community. He guides our juniors and seniors on their path to college soccer and builds the partnerships that help UFA grow.
Operations Coordinator
Elsa Villanueva
Registration, PlayMetrics and Program Operations
Elsa manages UFA’s registration and program operations, ensuring a smooth experience for every family from the day they join the club.
Goalkeeper Director
Oscar Hernandez
Goalkeeper Training, Camps and Clinics
Oscar leads goalkeeper development across UFA with the support of a six-member coaching staff. He delivers position-specific training for keepers at every age group and facilitates UFA’s GK camps and clinics.