Background

As a Southern California Native, Shayla Haller’s journey in soccer started at an early age where she quickly made a name for herself as a standout goalkeeper. Her talent led her to a full-ride scholarship at Cal State Fullerton, where she earned prestigious honors including Big West Goalkeeper of the Year, First Team All-League, and Big West Tournament MVP in 2007. Shayla’s development started at top youth clubs like So Cal Blues and Slammers FC, where she was part of the ODP Regional and California State teams. At San Clemente High School, she played a pivotal role in leading her team to a state title and earned 6A Goalkeeper of the Year and First Team All-County honors. Her athleticism wasn’t confined to soccer—Shayla was a three-time state champion in basketball as well. In 2000, her Slammers FC team was honored with a spot on the front of Frosted Flakes cereal boxes after winning nationals, an iconic moment that reached households nationwide.

 

Coaching Experience  

Shayla’s passion for soccer extends far beyond her playing days. With over a decade of coaching experience across the club, high school, and collegiate levels, she has committed herself to helping athletes realize their full potential, both on the field and in life. Her coaching career includes:  
- Assistant & Head Goalkeeper Coach, Angelo State University (5 seasons)  
- Director of Operations, USC Women’s Soccer  
- Varsity Coach, San Clemente High School (6 seasons) – Led her team to 3 CIF titles, 2 state championships, and a No. 1 national ranking  
- Goalkeeper Coach, Slammers FC & West Coast FC – Developing goalkeepers who advanced to play at the Division 1 and Division 2 collegiate levels  
- Founder, Shayla’s GK Trainings – Mentoring over 35 goalkeepers, with half of them progressing to collegiate soccer  
- Coach, Julie Foudy Leadership Camps & JATO Soccer Camps 

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High-Performance Mental Coaching

Holding a Master’s in Applied Psychology, Shayla combines her deep knowledge of the mind with her coaching experience to provide unique mental performance coaching. She specializes in helping athletes not only sharpen their technical skills but also strengthen their mindset. Whether through personalized one-on-one sessions or dynamic team workshops, she focuses on key areas like:  
- Mental Toughness & Confidence
- Game-Day Focus & Anxiety Management
- Resilience & Leadership Training

Shayla’s passion for mental coaching comes from her own experiences as an athlete. She understands how critical mindset is in overcoming challenges and achieving success. Through her guidance, athletes learn how to stay focused under pressure, embrace challenges with confidence, and cultivate leadership skills—traits that extend far beyond the playing field.