Midfielder
Brian Quinn
The biography of retired USMNT soccer player Brian Quinn who went onto coach the San Jose Earthquakes in MLS and the MISL's San Diego Sockers.
Caps: 48 | Goals: 1
Well-known for his coaching stint as head coach of the San Jose Clash-turned Earthquakes, Brian Quinn played for the U.S. National Team from 1991 to 1994 after becoming a U.S. citizen in 1991. He played midfielder for four years before just missing the final cut to the 1994 World Cup Team. Now he is an institution in the San Diego community for his many years of service to the Sockers as a head coach and player.
As head coach of the San Diego Sockers, Quinn took over for Ron Newman in 1995. In 2001, the Sockers garnered the 2001 World Indoor Soccer regular season title with a 14-10 record. In his first season, he led the club to a 17-11 regular season record and first place in the Continental Indoor Soccer League Divisional Standings in 1995 and 1996. As head coach of the San Jose Clash (Earthquakes) he was the youngest coach in MLS history. Led the Clash to a 35-41 record in 1997-1999.
USMNT Experience
1994
Final cut for the 1994 World Cup team.
1993
Assisted on one goal in 10 matches for the National Team.
1992
Started all 19 games for the National Team, playing a career high 1651 minutes.
1991
After becoming a U.S. citizen in 1991, Quinn joined the U.S. Men's National Team at midfielder, making his debut against the Republic of Ireland.
1991
Scored first goal for U.S. in 3-0 win over Guatemala.
Professional Experience
1990-1991
championship team with 74 points. In the North American Soccer League, Quinn played for the Sockers, Montreal Manic, and Los Angeles Aztecs. His professional career started in 1978 with Larne of the Irish League. Also played for two seasons with Everton in the old First Division from 1979-1981.
