I have had the opportunity to work with Rick north on the field and in the back office of the club. I’ve worked with many coaches in the past, but Rick brings a passion for doing the right thing by the players and parents that is not very common at this level. This is on top of a solid coaching methodology and desire to bring the best out of his players.

Rick has vast knowledge and love of the game. He is a motivator, creative at his implementation of soccer skills with his players. He truly made my girls better players, which showed on the field.

My two sons have played for Coach Rick Tilmans for years, and I could not recommend him more highly. If your young athletes have played competitive soccer before, you know that it is “all about the coach”.  A coach can make or break a player, lead to a love of the beautiful game, or burnout. One of the things we respect most about Coach Rick is that he is not only an amazing soccer coach, but also an equally good builder of young adults.  A master soccer strategist and tactician, former Dutch pro-player, Coach Rick will get your athlete in better physical shape than ever, coach them on the best strategies, teach them good sportsmanship, encourage them to play as a team, and motivate them to strive for that next level of play all while still having fun. I strongly recommend Coach Rick Tilmans and FC Batavia, and I hope this recommendation has helped you make the decision to have your athlete become a Batavian!