Welcome to Kern County Kits Soccer Club
The Kern County Kits Soccer Club is dedicated to providing an exceptional soccer experience for children in Kern County. Our mission is to create a supportive and engaging environment that nurtures both the skills and passion for soccer. We aim to bridge the gap between recreational and club soccer, offering a unique approach that focuses on skill development and sportsmanship. Our dedicated team of coaches and organizers ensures that every child has the opportunity to thrive and grow in the sport they love.
Meet Our COACHES
Coach Ben Warren
Coach Warren has been a dedicated fixture in the Bakersfield soccer community for 18 years. While much of his coaching expertise comes from his extensive work at the high school varsity level, he also brings experience from the club soccer environment and the local recreational leagues, where he has volunteered his time to mentor and develop young players as well.
In addition to his coaching background, Coach Warren is a professional educator at Frontier High School. He seamlessly blends his teaching expertise with his passion for soccer, focusing not only on developing athlete skill sets but also on helping players truly understand the game. His approach emphasizes education, growth, and a deep appreciation for the sport—qualities that make him an impactful leader both on and off the field.
Coach Ryder Supertino
Coach Ryder Supertino brings a lifelong passion for soccer, he began playing at just four years of age. He advanced to the club level by age eight and later joined a competitive academy at fourteen where he trained under experienced Division I–level coaches. Ryder went on to compete all four years at the varsity level, gaining a deep understanding of the game and the discipline required to excel.
His commitment to the sport continued beyond his playing career. After graduation Ryder began coaching soccer at the high school level, where he is contributing to the development of young student athletes. Ryder’s combined experience as both a high-level player and dedicated coach equips him to mentor the next generation of soccer players.
Coach Nathaniel Cano
Coach Nathaniel Cano began his soccer journey at eight years of age and went on to compete in club soccer for six years. During Nate’s early playing years he developed a strong technical foundation and love for the game. In high school, Nate played varsity soccer at Frontier High under Coach Warren.
Following graduation, Nate continued his playing career at Bakersfield College before advancing to the semi-professional level with Selma FC. After concluding his competitive playing career, he transitioned into coaching and has spent the last five years coaching alongside coach Warren at Frontier High School.
Coach Ryder Crane-Finch
Coach Ryder Crane-Finch brings a lifelong passion for soccer and a deep understanding of the game to the players he coaches. Ryder began his soccer journey at just three years of age and quickly developed both skill and enthusiasm for the sport. By age six, he transitioned into competitive club soccer, where he continued to grow as an athlete and soccer player.
Throughout his youth and high school years, Ryder competed at a high level, playing club soccer through his entire adolescence and earning a spot on his varsity high school team all four years. After graduating from High School Ryder began coaching alongside Coach Warren in the club soccer world.