Javier “Javi” Alcarria Moreno is in his first season at Cal State Bakersfield in Fall of 2026. He serves as Assistant Recruiting Coordinator for the Roadrunner men’s soccer program. He brings international experience in talent identification, player development, and soccer operations, combining a background in Spanish soccer with firsthand knowledge of the American collegiate game.
Originally from Castellón, Spain, Alcarria developed within the youth systems of Villarreal CF and CD Castellón before continuing his playing career at Barton College in North Carolina. His experience as an international student-athlete shaped his understanding of the academic, athletic, and personal demands of collegiate soccer and continues to inform his approach to supporting young athletes.
Alcarria’s leadership experience includes founding FC Odisea and FC Odisea Academy in Spain and serving as Technical Director of Napa Valley 1839 FC in California. His work across these organizations has encompassed player development, scouting, strategic planning, and club operations, providing a broad perspective on how players progress through different competitive environments.
Alcarria earned bachelor’s degrees in business administration and sport management from Barton College and a Global Master in Sports Management and Legal Skills from ISDE through its program with FC Barcelona. His additional education includes entrepreneurship studies at Harvard Business School. His professional qualifications include a UEFA C License, USSF B License, USSF Director of Coaching License 1 & 2. He also completed the Technical Director Master from Royal Spanish Football Federation.
Across his work in soccer and education, Alcarria emphasizes preparation, accountability, and personal growth. He brings that perspective to the Roadrunners, with a commitment to helping student-athletes develop as competitors, students, and people.
