Earlier today, the Quakes announced the hiring of Alex Covelo as Director of Methodology, continuing a series of technical additions to the club as it looks to create a new foundation based around youth development. Here are five things to know about the latest addition to the Quakes technical staff:
1. Covelo is the first Director of Methodology in Quakes—and MLS—history. As Director of Methodology, Covelo will be in charge of defining and establishing a game development program across all levels of the Quakes soccer pyramid—from the pre-formation youth teams (U-12 and up) all the way to the first team.