Mindes Dorlean
Position: Director of Girls Program
Head Coach: Girls 2009, Girls 2011, Girls 2013, Boys 2014
Bio: A soccer coach, fitness and soccer director since 2009, Mindes Dorlean came to Southern California nearly a decade ago. A former Haitian National Team player, Dorlean was at Carlsbad Wave, then LA Galaxy San Diego before launching his own program in the 2018/19 season under the AYSO Matrix umbrella. Built from just one team, thanks to a strong response from the community and his desire to develop college-bound players, Dorlean’s program has expanded and he is now the General Manager of GPS San Diego.
Hometown: Haiti
Citizenship: Haiti and U.S.
College/University: Philadelphia University
Previous teams: So Cal Blues, Carlsbad United, Harcum College, Brescia University, Carlsbad Wave, Haitian National Team player, LA Galaxy San Diego, AYSO
Cobi Black
Position: Director of Boys Program
Head Coach: Boys 2012, Boys 2011, Boys 2015, Girls 2016
Bio: Cobi Black signed a professional contract with the Ontario Fury in 2020. Leading up to that he played semi-professional outdoor soccer in California, Arkansas, and Kansas. He played collegiate in Texas, Kansas, and his last college years were in Pasadena at Providence Christian College. He brings his vast knowledge of the small sided game with a national championship in futsal, and years playing professional indoor soccer.
Hometown: Wichita, KS
Citizenship: U.S.
College/University: Northeast Texas CC, Neosho County CC, Providence Christian College
Mario Negrete
Head Coach: Boys 2013, Boys 2016
kaylie davidson
Assistant Coach
brooklyn lewis
Assistant Coach
CRIS NEGRETE
Position: Goalkeeper Coach
Bio: Cris Negrete is a seasoned goalkeeper coach with over 15 years of experience. He has dedicated his career to developing top-tier talent within CalSouth. As a key member of the Rebels Carlsbad coaching staff, Cris provides individualized instruction to every goalkeeper on each team.
His impressive playing career includes back-to-back CIF titles at Orange Glen High School and a Pacific Coast Conference championship at Palomar College. Cris also gained valuable experience at the Rancho Santa Fe Attack, contributing to their successful run to the National Cup Finals.
Stay updated on Cris's latest coaching insights and achievements by following him on Instagram HERE.
Tamina Madsen
Position: Marketing Director
Bio: Tamina Madsen is the Marketing Director for Rebels Carlsbad, where she manages the club's marketing and communications efforts. Tamina is responsible for managing Rebels Carlsbad's social media presence, developing the website content, and executing marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and attract new players.
As the Community Director at Hera Hub Carlsbad, Tamina brings a deep understanding of building and nurturing vibrant communities to her role with Rebels. She is passionate about connecting with people and fostering a sense of belonging, and she leverages her experience to create engaging content that resonate with and highlights our Rebels players and families. A Southern California native, Tamina relocated to Carlsbad in 2017 and has a strong connection to the local community. She has three active sons, including her twin 2014 Rebels Carlsbad players.
Nicole Fortunato
Position: Club Relations Director
Bio coming soon!
sean carr
Position: Team Management Coordinator
Bio: Sean Carr is the Team Management Coordinator for Rebels Carlsbad. He serves as a mentor to our team managers and oversees the logistical coordination of team activities, including practices, games, tournaments, and events. With an eye for detail and a strong organizational mindset, Sean acts as the primary point of contact for our team managers to help ensure that coaches, parents, and players are well-informed about schedules, team updates, and club events. Effectively helping the teams stay focused on what matters most—playing soccer.
Sean brings a wealth of experience to the club. As a Lead Cytogenetic Technologist, he has a background in team coordination, training, and building a positive cultural environment which makes him a key asset to our Rebels Carlsbad soccer community. He is deeply committed to helping our community create a welcoming environment that emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and the holistic development of each player. Sean has a 2014 son and a 2013 daughter who play for Rebels Carlsbad.