ari blocksidge
Coach Ari Blocksidge joins the club after more than ten years of coaching in North County. She began in recreational soccer, and her enthusiasm for player development and team culture naturally led her into competitive coaching. Ari started playing at age 12 and quickly discovered a passion for teaching the game, volunteering as a youth coach while still in high school.
As a coach, Ari believes in being a “Bucket Filler” for players—helping them build confidence, resilience, and perseverance alongside their technical and tactical growth. She focuses on creating a fun, challenging, and supportive training environment where players improve their abilities, become strong teammates, and learn from mistakes.
Her coaching philosophy aligns with the club’s mission of developing complete players on and off the field. Ari emphasizes sportsmanship, accountability, and teamwork, and shares, “Above all, I hope to inspire a lifelong love of the game, just as I have.”
When Coach Ari isn’t playing or coaching, she enjoys raising her two kids (14 and 11) with her husband and cheering them on in their multitude of sports, snowboarding, traveling, and volunteering.
More About Coach Blocksidge
U.S. Soccer National C License
B.S. Business Administration (Accounting) – SDSU; C.P.A.
Peninsula Women’s Soccer League (PWSL), D1 Competitive Outdoor – 2005–Present
YMCA Open Division Champions; 30+ Women’s Arena Soccer – 2007–Present
Played at Mesa College – 1998–1999
Nordhoff HS Varsity – 3 Years (Team Captain all 3 Years)
AYSO Ojai/Ventura – 1992–1998
