An Odessa native, Raul Franco serves as Sting’s Midland-Odessa Academy Director. Franco brings a lifelong passion for the game and nearly two decades of coaching experience after an impressive competitive playing career that included four years at the University of the Permian Basin, where he earned a degree in Kinesiology, an invitation to the MLS Sueno combine, and several seasons competing in the PDL and arena leagues.
Franco is motivated by creating a positive environment where players learn discipline, teamwork, and resilience while developing a true love for the game, while also continuing to grow as a coach by learning from the club and contributing to its culture and success. Outside of soccer, a lifelong goal of his is to one day meet soccer legends Messi and Ronaldinho.