Gavin Benjafield

PERFORMANCE & STRESS-RESILIENCY EXPERT
Los Angeles

Gavin is a proactive and forward-thinking Performance Expert who has established an exceptional record of achievements and accumulated vast experience within professional Soccer through roles in the United States, England, Netherlands and South Africa. This includes supporting elite athletes with achieving sustainable improvements in physical performance and significant reductions in injury occurrence.

He took a lead role in the formation of a new MLS franchise, Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), having been appointed their Performance Director in their inaugural season. In addition, he was instrumental with the launch and implementation of the club’s Performance and Medical Departments from scratch and utilized his expertise within this field to create a high-performance team culture throughout the club which unified different staff disciplines.

Gavin’s methodology and fitness strategies have contributed to tangible on-field success at LAFC, including multiple MLS Supporters’ Shield titles and MLS Cup successes, as well as progression to the Concacaf Champions League. He’s managed the entire sports science and medical program, driving a significant change in culture through enhanced working processes and the implementation of clear targets for both individuals and the club as a whole.

He's a supportive, people-focused and innovative leader who is committed to building positive relationships with athletes in order to both facilitate tangible improvements in their performance and to maintain a unified sporting environment.

In Gavin’s downtime, he likes to spend time with family, travel, hike, scuba dive, eat food from around the world and do projects around the house.