Club Director

About the Club Director

In 2004, Rosario Lopez launched the Arizona Saguaros Volleyball Club and incorporated the program with the Arizona Corporation Commission as a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit. As an international Sports Entrepreneur in the Futsal and Indoor Soccer World, Professional Athlete, Elite Law Enforcement Investigator, Dignitary Protection Agent, Private Investigator, and Motivational Speaker, Rosario Lopez draws on his experiences and builds upon his successes to motivate others to achieve their dreams. His straightforward, to-the-point lectures, training and soul-searching philosophies will help you find what really matters in life and your path to success. As a survivor of several life-threatening incidents, Rosario knows what it means to fight and win at all costs.

Rosario has over 35 years of experience coaching volleyball and soccer. His love for coaching began while he was playing professional soccer for the United States Intercontinental Soccer League USISL in the 80s, the precursor to Major League Soccer. As Rosario’s two daughters grew, they gravitated towards volleyball. Rosario decided that he would learn everything he could about the game of volleyball so that he could teach his daughters. Little did Rosario know that he would eventually launch his own club and create a legacy that would span generations. 

Certifications

Rosario became obsessed with volleyball, and with his professional sports experience, he was able to learn quickly. He obtained certifications in USA Volleyball (USAV) IMPACT and CAP I. He is also Gold Medal Squared volleyball certified. He is a member of USA Volleyball (USAV), the American Athletic Union (AAU), the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA), and the Positive Coaching Alliance. Rosario also worked for the USA High-Performance program, coached at the Prep Dig recruiting showcase, hosting camps and tryouts as the main instructor.

Launching the Saguaros

In 2003-04, Rosario launched the Arizona Saguaros Volleyball Club and incorporated the program with the Arizona Corporation Commission as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, where he teaches the same methods and systems that have produced great players and teams for decades. His volleyball model has been tested at the highest levels. Developing five National Championship teams, thirteen Arizona Region Championship teams, and thirty-plus invitational and classic championships with over seventy College athletes, which include three USA Volleyball High Performance national team players, two Collegiate All-Americans, and hundreds of elite athletes.

Philosophy

Rosario’s philosophy is to train all players in the fundamentals of the game, teaching them to work hard while gaining a love for the game. “We play to win but not to be obsessed with winning, and if we work hard and take care of the fundamentals, most of the time we will win. If we don’t, let us find out what happened and try to fix the areas where we are weak”.

Motivational Speaker

Rosario has featured as the keynote speaker at the ASU Collegiate National Honor Society (serving as an honorary member), Grace Walk Church, Dream City School, and the Phoenix Police Department. He currently owns a Private Investigator firm and is still an Executive Protection Agent.

Popular Topics: Entire workshops and training methods are designed to help the overall development of each player.

  1. Vision: Having a clear vision of your goals and aspirations is crucial. It provides direction and purpose, propelling you toward greatness.
  2. Faith: Believing in yourself and your abilities is essential. Cultivate unwavering faith that you can overcome obstacles and achieve your dreams.
  3. Discipline: Consistent effort and self-discipline are key. Greatness requires dedication, hard work, and the ability to stay focused even when faced with challenges.
  4. Courage: Be bold and fearless. Embrace discomfort, take risks, and step outside your comfort zone. True greatness often lies beyond what feels safe.
  5. Passion: Find what ignites your soul. Passion fuels perseverance and resilience. When you’re passionate about something, you’ll go the extra mile to excel.
  6. Integrity: Uphold your values and principles. Integrity is the foundation of greatness. Stay true to your word, even when no one is watching.
  7. Purpose: Understand your purpose in life. Greatness is about contributing to something larger than yourself. When you align your actions with your purpose, you create a lasting impact.
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Professional Development

In addition to coaching, Rosario is a retired twenty-five-year veteran of the Phoenix Police Department, retiring in 2019. As an officer/detective, Rosario received numerous awards and accommodations throughout his career, including three medals of Life Saving and one Medal of Valor, numerous Chiefs’ awards for professionalism, and investigative accomplishments. As a survivor of several life-threatening incidents, Rosario understands how important it is to stay in the fight and win at all costs.

His professional development includes community relations as a School Resource Officer and Community Action Officer, with an emphasis on criminal investigations with the Organized Crime Bureau, Drug Enforcement, Gang Street Crimes, and Counter-Terrorism Units. Rosario has also been selected to serve as part of the Executive Protection Details, upon presidential or congressional visits to our state.