Albuquerque, New Mexico · Est. 2007
To keep New Mexican kids healthy, happy, and hopeful through the practice of competitive soccer.
What's Happening
Tournaments, fundraisers, and community gatherings supporting New Mexico's young soccer players.
Our flagship fundraiser. Teams of all ages compete to support scholarships for New Mexico kids.
More InfoWe have no overhead costs.
Since our inception in 2007. Each player receives $300, paid directly to their club to cover club and coaching costs.
Has gone to deserving young players across New Mexico.
Why We Exist
A community where kids are participating in soccer is a healthier one.
Kids succeed in life when they play sports. Kids thrive when they live in community with others. A community where kids play soccer is a healthier one.
The mission of the New Mexico Soccer Foundation is to improve the lives of young New Mexicans through the practice of competitive soccer.
We envision a community where all kids, regardless of family income, benefit from competitive soccer — placed in an environment with high expectations, physical activity, and the support of their peers.
In Good Company
The People Behind NMSF
Ian Paul and Lara Patriquin established and managed the New Mexico Soccer Foundation between 2007 and 2022. Their efforts led to the contribution of over $300,000 to deserving young soccer players in New Mexico. The Foundation and the youth soccer players of the state extend their heartfelt gratitude to Ian and Lara for their unwavering commitment and dedication. Thank you both for making a lasting impact on the lives of so many young athletes in our community.
Devon Baird, a native of Albuquerque, has played soccer for over 20 years, competing at regional and national tournaments before playing college soccer at Fort Lewis College (2016–2020).
In 2021, Devon took over his family's businesses, Vernon's Speakeasy and The Village Shops at Los Ranchos, and now serves as their owner and operator. He has also been coaching soccer in Albuquerque since 2021 with Rio Rapids Soccer Club.
Kim Baird is a dedicated parent of three boys who are all deeply passionate about soccer, and has remained actively involved in the sport for years.
Kim's commitment to service extends far beyond the pitch, with leadership roles including State Council Director for the Colorado State Council of SHRM and President of the Human Resource Management Association of New Mexico. She has served on the Manzano Day School Board of Trustees and contributed to Bosque School and the North Star PTA.
An alumna of the University of New Mexico, Kim holds a BA in English and Political Science and an MA in Public Administration. Her career in human resources spans more than 30 years in senior leadership roles. Today she works at TVSLR, LLC in a leadership support role, continuing her passion for both business and community.
Lara is a Computer Audit Specialist with 17 years of experience in government service, specializing in auditing, data management, and analytics.
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Master of Science in Taxation from the University of New Mexico. Her professional background reflects a strong foundation in financial analysis, compliance, and data-informed decision-making.
Lara is also a dedicated soccer parent — her 13-year-old son plays competitive soccer. That personal connection inspired her commitment to giving back. As a board member she is passionate about expanding opportunities for youth across New Mexico and supporting a lifelong love of the game.
Charlie works as a mental health coach with athletes at the youth, collegiate, and professional levels.
She spent four years at Fort Lewis College where she played Division 2 soccer and now resides in Albuquerque. She is pursuing her Master's in Clinical Social Work at New Mexico Highlands University, where she hopes to gain skills she can bring back to the New Mexico soccer community.
Deanne is a dedicated educator with twelve years of experience in the Rio Rancho Public Schools, currently serving as an Educational Technology Specialist.
Passionate about leveraging technology to enhance student learning, Deanne also owns a successful photography business. With her oldest playing soccer at Fort Lewis and two younger athletes still at home, she understands the importance of youth sports in shaping young lives and is thrilled to support the development of young athletes in our community.
Alandren is a Senior Vice President at Bohannan Huston, a licensed Professional Engineer, and a Certified Floodplain Manager who has led major water resources projects across the Southwest.
A proud alumna of the University of New Mexico's School of Engineering, she earned her Bachelor's and Master's in Civil Engineering from UNM. Her work has been featured at national and regional conferences, and she has served on the UNM Advisory Board for the Civil, Construction & Environmental Engineering Department.
Her honors include being named a Top Young Professional by Engineering News-Record, the NMSPE Young Engineer of the Year award, and the UNM School of Engineering Distinguished Alumni Award. At Bohannan Huston she recruits, trains, and mentors young engineers. A proud soccer parent and fan, she is passionate about the Foundation's work to support access to the game for all.
Anthony is a born-and-raised New Mexican who competed at the Division I level while becoming an engineer — proof that young athletes from New Mexico can do both with the right opportunities.
He began with Alameda Soccer Club before moving to NM Rapids, ultimately earning a spot on the NCAA Division I men's soccer team at the University of New Mexico. He transferred to Grand Canyon University, continuing at the Division I level while earning his degree in mechanical engineering, then returned home to New Mexico United, captaining the U23 team.
He now lives in Albuquerque, works as a mechanical engineer at Sandia National Laboratories, coaches with NM Rapids, and is pursuing a master's in aerospace engineering. Having personally benefited from scholarship support during his youth career, Anthony is passionate about creating opportunities for young players and their families through the Foundation.
Every $300 scholarship goes straight to a young player's club and coaching costs. 100% of your donation reaches the kids.
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