We employ over 200 staff in the Greater Cincinnati area every year
At Cincinnati United Soccer Club, we are deeply committed to the development and success of our coaches. We believe that investing in our coaches directly benefits our players and the overall growth of the club. By fostering a culture that prioritizes education and development, we aim to empower our coaches to reach their full potential.
Additionally, we are dedicated to promoting from within, ensuring that our coaches have a clear path to progress in their careers and contribute meaningfully to the success of Cincinnati United. Join us and be part of a community where your growth is our priority.
-Blake Decker, Chief Executive Officer
Expectations & Requirements
- Person-First and Player Centered Approach to Coaching, Teaching & Leading
- Responsible, dependable teammate who desires to be a part of something bigger than just the team they coach
- Previous coaching experience preferred, but not required. A willingness to model a growth mindset for players is a non-negotiable
Benefits & Pathway
- Support in your growth as a coach from a time-tested and proven coach and player development model
- Progressive coaching pathway that provides the appropriate challenge as a coach develops
- Club hosted coaching licensing opportunities held every season and financial support for those pursuing national level licensing with US Soccer
You can either complete this application form or go to our Contact Us page and identify the person who you think you should reach out to depending on your desired role or location.
Why Work For Us?
Coaching at CUSC gives you a home to grow as a coach that is run with fantastic structure. The challenging organizational side of coaching is often handled by the amazing staff, and if it isn’t they are there to support. You WILL always feel like the club is supporting you.
-Jared Minderman, Premier Boys
The best aspect of coaching at CUSC is the collaborative culture that allows coaches to share the sideline. The openness and support from everyone in sharing ideas greatly enhances my development as a coach.
-Ross Brogan, North Boys & Premier Girls
My favorite part of coaching at CUSC is to be a part of the development of the various players and teams. Going through the process of taking a new team in the Fall and watch them progress as individuals and as a group is a great process to be a part of.
-Maria Bates, South Boys and Girls
Prior to CUSC, I only coached HS for 18 years and coaching the younger age groups was a transition for me. However, it has made me a better coach as the focus was more on development than winning. Being a teacher of the game has been a great experience.
- Kevin Turnick, South Girls
Complete this form if you would like to register your interest to talk to us about a possible future role.
Coach Profiles
Below you will find a list of all club coaches and staff along with profile information. They are organized by gender and then community, with a section on our leadership team at the bottom. You can use the buttons below to jump to a specific section, or feel free to scroll through.
If you believe a name is missing please feel free to contact us HERE.
Want to learn more about our leadership group? Click HERE.
Premier Girls Coaches
Cade Pantano
Current Teams: GU15 Premier Silver
First Season with CUSC: 2021
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology
Coaching Experience: Club, High School
Current Occupation: Advanced Mechanical Product Engineer, CUSC Premier Girls U13-U19 Silver/Red Director (DPL & OSSL)
Fun facts: Love to hunt, and can play guitar!
Canniggia Johnson
Current Teams: GU11 Premier Gold, GU12 Premier Gold, BU14 South Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2016
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Coaching Experience: 10 years at the club
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach
Fun facts: I like my alone time sometimes!
Charlie Perciful
Current Team: GU11 Premier South, GU15 Premier Red
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Christopher Plesa
Current Teams: GU11 Premier North, GU12 Premier North, GU10 North LM Arsenal
First Season with CUSC: 2006
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: Masters Degree in Education and Allied Professions
Coaching Experience: Club, High School, Recreational/SAY
Current Occupation: Math Teacher and Staff Trainer/Coach
Fun facts: With club since its inception. I have coached a team within every birth year/age group in our club history from 1995 birth year all the way to 2015 birth year with 2010 being the only exception.
Dahlian Anderson
Current Team: GU12 Premier South
, GU13 South Elite I, BU16 South Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2017
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: Advanced Leadership Development Course, Associate in Studio Theater Arts
Coaching Experience: Kings Hammer 2012-2015, Scott High School 2013-2015 (District and Regional winners, State Finalist 2014), CUSC (2022 President Cup Champion and 2023 President Cup Finalist)
Current Occupation: Military / Maintenance Technician
Fun facts: I didn't learn to juggle until I was 14
Erik Karnebeek
Current Team: GU11 Premier Silver, GU12 Premier Silver
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B, UEFA B, UEFA C
Other Education: Masters in Financial Analysis
Coaching Experience: Director of Coaching, Director or Training, Head Coach U8-U18 both boys/girls both in the Netherlands and the US. Over 30 years total.
Current Occupation: Operations Team Coordinator
Fun facts: I love to spend my time on the soccer fields so i can be found coaching, training or refereeing club or highschool soccer games. If I am not there you can find me running in the woods preparing for an ultra trail race.
Erik Schoening
Current Team: BU12 Premier West
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Premier Diploma
Other Education: Undergarduate degree Business,Sports and administration
Coaching Experience: Seton High School, Elder High School, TFA
Fun facts: I have 5 dogs: 4 dachshunds, 1 Great Dane/Poodle
Freddie Oduyoye
Current Team: GU19 Premier Gold, CUSC GU19 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2004
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Girls, Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Other Education: B. A. Marketing
Coaching Experience: Varsity Head Coach Saint Ursula Academy
Current Occupation: Ministry Life Coach and Consultant
Fun facts: I watch a movie every night. Fish, grits and eggs is my favorite meal. I am a long-term Youth Pastor. I got my first car at an Govt. auction and it was an 86 Ford Tempo!
Jake Cowens
Current Team: GU14 Premier Gold, GU15 Premier Gold, GU17 Premier Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2020
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North, South, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, Grassroots, UEFA C
Other Education: Undergarduate degree Business,Sports and administration
Coaching Experience: Club/High School/College
Fun facts: I have lived in 38 states!
Jared Minderman
Current Team: GU14 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2021
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Boys, Premier Girls.
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, Grassroots
Other Education: Masters in School Psychology
Coaching Experience: Previous Head Coach of Milford Boys HS, Current Head Coach of Wyoming Girls HS.
Current Occupation: Sr Data Analyst
Fun facts:I have 3 dogs and have fostered over 40!
Kemar Jackson
Current Teams: GU13 Premier Gold, GU16 Premier Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2015
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Girls, South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B, USSF C, USSF D
Other Education: Bachelors in Criminal Justice and Psychology with a Minor in Sociology
Coaching Experience: ISC Storm, Classic Eagles, CU, UC Clermont College
Current Occupation: Premier Girls U13-U19 Asst GA Director, Supervisor at Hamilton County Jobs and Family Services
Fun facts: Jamaican who loves country music, and I have broken the same clavicle twice
Kevin Botkins
Current Teams: GU12 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2010
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B
Other Education: USC DOC License
Coaching Experience: CUSC, FOSC, Fairfield High School, and UC Womens Soccer
Fun facts: I am a former player of CU/CUP
Marcel Matis
Current Team: GU13 Premier Silver, GU14 Premier Silver
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF A - Senior
Coaching Experience:
Pro - Cincinnati River Hawks (assistant coach) 1 year
High School - Little Miami 2 years
Club - Warren County Soccer Club (Boys DOC) 15 years
Club - Cincinnati Alliance ( Boys DOC) 2 years
Club - Cincinnati Elite FC Boys (DOC) 6 years
Current Occupation: Supervisor LMS
Fun facts: Playing Chess
Mariola Dworniczak
Current Team: GU11 Premier Black, GU13 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2026
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons:
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: UEFA B, UEFA C
Other Education: Master Degree in Physical Education, Swimming instructor license
Coaching Experience: Club (10 years), High School (2 years)
Current Occupation: CUSC Girls Premier U11-U12 9v9 Director
Fun facts: Before becoming a full-time soccer coach I worked as a Physical Education Teacher and I can't start my day without morning coffee!
Marquis Walker
Current Team: GU16 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C, UEFA B, United Soccer Coaches(NSCAA) - National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Premier Diploma
Other Education: MBA, PhD (in progress) Psychology
Coaching Experience: College Men - 8 years College women 13 years (Malone University, Hiram College, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Canisius University, Thomas More University)
Current Occupation: Head Women's Soccer Coach - Thomas More University
Fun facts:I can really cook - probably would be a chef if I wasn't a soccer coach
Mike Fry
Current Team: GU16 Premier Silver, GU17 Premier Silver
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: Bachelors of Science: Biology
Coaching Experience: Indian Hill High School Boys Soccer - 9 years, Kings Hammer Academy - 6 years, Kings Hammer Academy DOC - 3 years, Kings Hammer USL2 & Academy Assistant Coach, FX Athletic Performance - 5 years
Current Occupation: CUSC Camp Director
Fun facts: Played at University of South Carolina
Oliver Owen
Current Teams: GU15 Premier Black, GU17 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B, UEFA C
Other Education: B.A. Degree (U.S.) & BTEC Level 3 in Sport (U.K.)
Coaching Experience: Club, High School, Academy (across the U.K., Netherlands, and the U.S.)
Current Occupation: CUSC Premier Girls U13-U19 GA Aspire Director. Coaching outside of CUSC: FCC Discovery Program, La Salle High School, Private Technical Training, ODP.
Fun facts: Lived in three different countries
Ron Brickley
Current Teams: GU16 Premier Red, North Girls High School Academy Yellow, GU16 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2007
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, NSCAA GK 2 certificate
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Senior Technical Project Manager, CUSC North Girls U15-U19 Age Group Director & CUSC North Girls High School Program
Fun facts: Australia is wider than the moon
Stephanie Webb
First Season with CUSC: 2021
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, UEFA B, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Other Education: Masters in Business Administration with an emphasis in Sport
Coaching Experience: College Assistant and College Head Coach from Div 1-Div 3, club coach U7-U19
Current Occupation: CUSC Premier Girls U11-U19 Technical Director & College Recruitment Lead
Fun facts: I can whistle like a Disney bird
North Girls Coaches
Becki Poeppelmeier
Current Team: GU9 North SM Aston Villa
First Season with CUSC: 2007
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma
Other Education: Masters Degree in Education
Coaching Experience: Asst. Women's Coach- University of Cincinnati, Asst. Women's Coach- The College of Wooster, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy- JV Head Coach/Varsity Asst. Coach
Current Occupation: CUSC North Girls U8-U11 Age Group Director
Fun facts: I love to take vacations with my family
Ben Bausmith
Current Team: GU12 North Yellow, GU13 North Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Education: Physical Activity and Sports Coaching
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Relationship Banker at LCNB National Bank
Fun facts: Went to college at Ohio University
Brian Jung
Current Teams: GU8 North SM Celtic, BU8 North SM Coventry City, BU9 North LM Brentford, BU10 North LM Brentford
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Education: Currently in college studying psychology
Coaching Experience: 2 years at CUSC
Current Occupation: Full time student at UC
Fun facts: Played for CUSC from U8 to U14
Christopher Plesa
Current Teams: GU10 North LM Arsenal, GU11 Premier North, GU12 Premier North
First Season with CUSC: 2006
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: Masters Degree in Education and Allied Professions
Coaching Experience: Club, High School, Recreational/SAY
Current Occupation: Math Teacher and Staff Trainer/Coach
Fun facts: With club since its inception. I have coached a team within every birth year/age group in our club history from 1995 birth year all the way to 2015 birth year with 2010 being the only exception.
Elly Salazar
Current Teams: GU8 North SM Aston Villa / Burnley
First Season with CUSC: 2026
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors
Education: Bachelor's In Exercise Science from Xavier University
Coaching Experience: TOPSoccer (3 years)
Current Occupation: OTD Student at BGSU
Fun facts: Bilingual (Spanish), I have been to 7 countries, pet cat named Zuzu.
Erin Loftus
Current Team: GU9 North SM Aston Villa
First Season with CUSC: 2018
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, Grassroots
Other Education: USSF D - pending
Coaching Experience: Club - CWSC, High School - Mother of Mercy HS
Current Occupation: Graphic Designer
Fun facts: Playing Experience - Ohio University
Garry Hancock
First Season with CUSC: 2015
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots, UEFA B
Other Education: BSC Sports and Exercise science, BA Sports Coaching
Coaching Experience: Club, HS, Pro/ Pro, Youth, Grassroots, Camps,
Current Occupation: CUSC North Technical Director
Fun fact: Still looking for one!
Harlan Jackson
Current Teams: North Girls High School Academy Green
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Hima Devgan
Current Teams: North Girls High School Academy Green
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Izzy Maurer
Current Teams: GU9 North LM Brighton, GU10 North LM Brighton
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelors in English Education (grades 7-12)
Coaching Experience: Rec coaching experience
Current Occupation: High school English teacher at Lakota West High School
Fun facts: I have had season tickets to FC Cincinnati since they began in 2015!
Jenna Adleta
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Current Occupation: CUSC U8 and Juniors Coach
Education: Bachelors Degree in Human Services
Coaching Experience: Youth Trainer at Soccer City
Fun facts: I have a pug named Frankie
Lilly Denny
Current Teams: Assistant Coach North Girls High School Green & Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Current Occupation: OR Technician
Fun facts: I played for the Girls HS program and returned to help Coach
Michael King
Current Teams: GU12 North Elite I, GU13 North Elite I, GU14 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, Grassroots
Coaching Experience: 3 years at Pacesetter Soccer Club, 1 year as Bowling Green High School Girls Assistant Coach, entering 4th year with Cincinnati United SC
Current Occupation: CUSC North Girls U12-U14 Age Group Director
Fun facts: I was born on Friday the 13th
Molly Merideth
Current Teams: GU9 North SM Burnley
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Education: Bachelors Degree
Current Occupation: General Manager
Fun facts: Played for CUSC my whole high school career
Rich King
Current Teams: GU10 North SM Burnley
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Coaching Experience: Club, High School, Grassroots
Current Occupation: Commercial Banker
Fun facts: I cycle in my free time and am always looking to push to another level
Ron Brickley
Current Teams: North Girls High School Academy Yellow, GU16 North Elite I, GU16 Premier Red
First Season with CUSC: 2007
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, NSCAA GK 2 certificate
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Senior Technical Project Manager, CUSC North Girls U15-U19 Age Group Director & CUSC North Girls High School Program
Fun facts: Australia is wider than the moon
Scott Wolf
Current Teams: GU14 North Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Shawn Parker
Current Teams: GU8 North LM Arsenal / Brighton, GU8 North SM Aston Villa / Burnley, BU8 North LM Aston Villa / Brentford, BU8 North SM Aberdeen / Bournemouth
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B, USSF C, USSF D, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Coaching Experience: Club Soccer- Executive Director of Coaching (Shenandoah Valley United; VA.), Youth Director of Coaching (Kings Hammer; KY), ODP State Staff Coach (OH; KY; VA). High School- 8 years Varsity
Current Occupation: 2nd grade teacher, CUSC North Grassroots U8 DL Director, FC Cincinnati Discovery Program staff coach
Fun facts: Favorite color is orange, I've been booed in Madison Square Garden, center court in front of 100,000 fans to a sold out crowd. My team won Men's NCAA National Championship (2010); inducted into athletic Hall of Fame.
Steve Vaughan
Current Teams: GU19 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2018
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: NSCAA Goalkeeping I
Coaching Experience: Club soccer since 2002, High School soccer since 1988, Dayton Christian School Hall of Fame Class of 2020 for coaching
Current Occupation: Financial Planner and Investment Advisor
Fun facts:I was able to coach all 4 of my now adult children through their soccer years. My son Parker has coached with me off and on for the last 11 years
TJ Manning
Current Teams: GU15 North Elite I, BU16 North Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Coaching Experience: Club and High School
Current Occupation: Assistant Parks and Recreation Coordinator (City of Forest Park)
Fun facts:
Real Madrid is my favorite team
Neymar is my favorite player
I’ve been coaching club/high school for a total of 6 years
I was a college soccer All-American player my freshman year
I was given an opportunity to trial for a professional club in Poland
Zekeriya Yalcin Karatas
Current Teams: GU8 North LM Arsenal / Brighton, GU9 North LM Arsenal, GU11 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: PhD in Mathematics
Coaching Experience: Club, grassroots
Current Occupation: Associate Professor of Mathematics
Fun facts: Galatasaray fan and love soccer analytics
South Girls Coaches
Abbie Flanagan
Current Teams: GU10 South Courage, GU11 South Green
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelors degree in Sports Management
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Business Taxes
Fun facts: I am a two-time USCAA soccer National Champion (2018 & 2019) for UC Clermont. I was also selected All- Tournament Team (2019). I played soccer since I was four, and played two seasons with CUSE Southeast in high school.
Alex Melin
Current Teams: GU8 South Angel City / South Bay FC
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: Masters Degree Education
Coaching Experience: Assistant Coach at The University of Nebraska, ODP Nebraska boys and girls, EGA Elite, Minnesota Eclipse U18 girls, Tulsa Soccer Club Youth Trainer
Current Occupation: Educational Consultant
Fun facts: Played professionally for Ajax in Amsterdam
Andrew Ayres
Current Team: GU10 South Dash, BU9 South Defensor
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Business. Real estate business
Coaching Experience: Ohio Galaxies
Current Occupation: Manager Chuck E Cheese
Fun facts: Bengals season ticket holder
Brian Goff
Current Teams: GU16 South Elite I, GU17 South Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2016
All CUSC programss coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Coaching Experience: 11th year with CUSC, Head Coach Saint Ursula Academy JV B girls 2024 season. 1st year as HC McNicholas High School men’s JV; Assistant Head Coach men’s Varsity 2025 season.
Current Occupation: CUSC South Technical Director & U16-U19 Age Group Director, Director of Futsal Operations (PFP)
Fun facts: While I am not related to the Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, my brother actually did play in the NFL for 12 years.
Dahlian Anderson
Current Team: GU13 South Elite I, BU16 South Elite I, GU12 Premier South
First Season with CUSC: 2017
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: Advanced Leadership Development Course, Associate in Studio Theater Arts
Coaching Experience: Kings Hammer 2012-2015, Scott High School 2013-2015 (District and Regional winners, State Finalist 2014), CUSC (2022 President Cup Champion and 2023 President Cup Finalist)
Current Occupation: Military / Maintenance Technician
Fun facts: I didn't learn to juggle until I was 14
Greg Berning
Current Teams: GU8 South Angel City / Bay FC, GU9 South Angel City, GU9 South Bay FC
First Season with CUSC: 2015
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Other Education: Bachelors
Coaching Experience: High school, Club 33 years
Current Occupation: Contractor
Fun facts: I played pro for Cincinnati cheetahs
Jordan McCollam
Current Teams: GU11 South Yellow, GU14 South Elite II
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coaches in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: BA in Communications and Sports Administration
Coaching Experience: 3 years as a Staff Coach for CUSC, 6 years as Head Coach for Turpin High School JV Boys Soccer, 4 years as Player Coach for University of Charleston youth soccer camps
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach
Fun facts: I briefly played for a USL team in West Virginia while in college. I own a private soccer training academy (Good Game Soccer Academy)
Kevin Turnick
Current Team: GU10 South Bay FC
First Season with CUSC: 2018
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Education: Clarkson University graduate
Coaching Experience: Newport Central Catholic HS Girls Soccer 1998-2016,
Kings Boys Premier 2002-2005,
CUSC since 2017 (various age groups)
Current Occupation: Sr Director Finance for Luxottica
Fun Fact: Won 262 games coaching High School soccer and 5 All A Championships. Was inducted into the inaugural hall of fame class for KY High School Soccer.
Maria Bates
Current Teams: GU14 South Elite I, South Girls High School Academy Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Girls South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelors in Biology
Coaching Experience: 4 years at CUSC (2 years as a Director), 5 years futsal, 2 years High School, 1 year in middle school, 5 years in private training.
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach
Fun facts: I am a Division 2 National Champion
Mike Haney
First Season with CUSC: 2000
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South, North, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Diploma, Educator License
Other Education: Masters of Education (Secondary Ed)
Coaching Experience: 30 years coaching at Mariemont High School, 26 years with Cincinnati United SC
Current Occupation: Teacher, CUSC South Girls U8-U11 Age Group Director
Fun facts: Level 1 swim official, former President and current VP of Honors for the state high school coaches association
Rich Mulvaney
Current Teams: GU10 South Angel City
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Tim Sakelos
Current Team: GU9 South Courage, BU8 South Club America / Defensor, BU10 South Estudiantes
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: BS Physical Education, BA Comparative Religion (Miami University), AM University of Chicago
Coaching Experience: Mariemont High School JV coach, Cincinnati State Men's Soccer Assistant Coach, Cincinnati Classics Coach, Wilmington FC Coach, ODP District and Assistant Regional Coach, Pleasant Run Farms SC Coach, Mariemont Recreation Association, Coach and Board Member/Field Coordinator, Kings Soccer Club- Club Trainer, Soccer Unlimited Camps (14 years).
Current Occupation: Substitute Teacher, Commissioned Pastor (PCUSA), Trainer
Fun facts: Father of two girls. Girls Scout Troop Leader. History buff and Antique collector.
Ubong Ekarika
Current Teams: GU12 South Elite I, BU13 South Green
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Other Education: Associate degree
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Field technician
Fun facts: I love to dance
Premier Boys Coaches
Aaron Waugh
Current Team: BU17 Premier Black, BU19 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: UEFA C
Other Education: Bachelors Degree in Sports Coaching and Development
Coaching Experience: 9years of coaching experience at grassroots and pro youth academy soccer clubs
Current Occupation: Teacher
Fun facts: Ran the Edinburgh Marathon when I was 18 years old!
Ahmed Gaber
Current Teams: BU12 Premier Silver, BU15 Premier Silver. (Assist with MLS NEXT teams as well).
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: Masters in Sports Law
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Founder & CEO – Stadia Sports Consulting LLC
Fun facts: Proud supporter of Egypt’s Al Ahly SC! 🇪🇬🦅
Andrew Paez
Current Teams: BU14 Premier West, BU15 Premier West
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Pro License Brasil - Venezuela Conmebol
Coaching Experience: Professional First Division Venezuela
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach
Fun facts: I love cinema!
Anthony (AJ) Kisor
Current Team: BU17 Premier Red
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: BA in English Education
Integrated, Language Arts 7-12 Teaching License, Referee License
Coaching Experience: 8 years High School, 5 years club
Current Occupation: English Teacher
Fun facts: I lived in several different states growing up including California and Hawaii.
Ben Josiah
Current Teams: BU14 Premier Silver, CUSC BU16 Premier Silver
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C, USSF D, Grassroots
Other Education: Master of Science Kinesiology - Sport Management, The Ohio State University
Coaching Experience: 5 years coaching club soccer. Currently coaching High School at Mason High School assisting varsity and leading the JVB team.
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach, CUSC Boys Premier U13-U19 Silver/Red Director (NAL & N1)
Fun facts: Both my parents are from Ghana
Conner Zimmerman
Current Teams: BU11 Premier West
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C, USSF D, Grassroots, UEFA C, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Other Education: CPI Verbal Intervention Certified
Coaching Experience: Youth Coach in Cincinnati since 2018
Current Occupation: Literacy and Classroom Aide at Finneytown Elementary
Fun facts: My wife, Kristina, and I have two sweet, silly dogs - Rosie and Samson. The four of us love roadtripping and anything outdoors.
Emmett Webb
Current Teams: BU12 Premier South
First Season with CUSC: 2026
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelors of Business Administration - Information Systems
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Performance Analyst Intern with FC Cincinnati 2
Fun facts: Brighton and Hove Albion fan
Erik Schoening
Current Team: BU12 Premier West
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Premier Diploma
Other Education: Undergarduate degree Business,Sports and administration
Coaching Experience: Seton High School, Elder High School, TFA
Fun facts: I have 5 dogs: 4 dachshunds, 1 Great Dane/Poodle
John Horstman
Current Teams: BU11 Premier Silver, BU13 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: Bachelor of Science in Finance, Lewis University 2019
Coaching Experience: SLSG IL, CUSC
Current Occupation: CUSC Facilities and Turf Billing
Fun facts: I have a dog
Kadeem Dacres
Current Teams: BU15 Premier Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North, Premier Boys, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B
Coaching Experience: Club, High School
Current Occupation: Sales Executive
Fun facts: Born in NYC
Kalu Abass
Current Teams: BU11 Premier FUTURE Gold, BU12 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2017
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North, Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelor in Business Management
Coaching Experience: Fairfield High School
Current Occupation: Full-time coach
Fun facts: I speak 5 different languages
Keith McHenry
Current Team: BU16 Premier Red
First Season with CUSC: 2002
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Premier Diploma
Other Education: NASM PES YES GFS CPT(CPT expired)
Coaching Experience: High School, Club
Current Occupation: Banking
Fun facts: I like Japanese sport cars
Nathan Heath
Current Team: BU14 Premier Black, CUSC BU15 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Education: FA Level 1. Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Fitness. BSC Sport Management. PFSA Talent Identification in Football
Coaching Experience: CUSC
Current Occupation: Managing Director - FiveZero International Sports Recruitment Ltd
Fun facts: Previously a 5 year season ticket holder at Manchester City
Nedim Gracanin
Current Teams: BU16 Premier Gold, BU17 Premier Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF A - Youth
Other Education: Bachelors Education
Coaching Experience: St. Louis Scott Gallagher 2012 - 2022, Tulsa SC 2022-2023
Current Occupation: CUSC Premier Boys College Recruitment Lead & U16-U19 MLS NEXT Director (Homegrown and Academy Divisions)
Fun facts: I am not fun...
Nic Ranieri
Current Teams: BU11 Premier South, BU19 Premier Silver
First Season with CUSC: 2026
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma
Coaching Experience: Head Men's Soccer Coach | Rochester Christian University 2024-2026, Associate Director of Coaching / Technical Director | TriCity United FC 2023/24, Intermin Head Men's Soccer Coach | Tusculum University 2023/24
Paul Nicholson
Current Teams: BU13 Premier Gold, BU14 Premier Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coaches in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF A - Youth
Other Education: Master of Education with a Concentration in Athletic Leadership
Coaching Experience: I began my coaching career as a Graduate Assistant at the University of Rio Grande before moving into youth development, coaching club soccer in Wilmington, NC from 2011–2015. Since 2016, I have continued coaching at the club level in Cincinnati, working with MLS Next, ECNL, and USL Academy teams, while also serving as a head coach in USL League Two for six seasons.
Current Occupation: CUSC Premier Boys U13-U15 MLS NEXT Director (Homegrown and Academy Divisions)
Fun facts: I’m originally from England, and my favorite team is Manchester United.
Reece Hands
Current Team: BU19 Premier Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2018
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: UEFA A
Other Education: Bsc Sports Coaching & Administration & MA Advanced Performance Coaching
Coaching Experience: All within CUSC from the Silver program to the DA and now MLS Next
Current Occupation: CUSC Premier Boys U11-U19 Technical Director (MLS NEXT & NAL West Director)
Fun facts: I am married to Coach Mariola and we have a Golden Retriever named Chester.
Ryan Derge
Current Team: BU16 Premier Black
First Season with CUSC: 2020
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: Bachelor of Science from Ohio State
Coaching Experience: Wyoming High School Program Director
Current Occupation: Geospatial Data Analyst
Fun facts: CUSC Alumni
Scott Stockum
Current Teams: BU12 Premier Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2015
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: B.S. of Communications from the University of Cincinnati
Coaching Experience: Over 15 years coaching experience Club, Associate Head Coach Moeller HS Men’s Varsity team.
Current Occupation: CUSC Premier Boys U11-U12 9v9 Director
Fun facts: I collect Vinyl records, have an incredible Dog, and enjoy anything outdoors!
Scott Phipps
Current Team: BU17 Premier Silver
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Premier Diploma
Other Education: Master's Degree in Teaching in Physical Education and Exercise Science
Coaching Experience: 21 years as a Collegiate Coach
Current Occupation: Head College Soccer Coach
Fun facts: Avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and love the band 30 Seconds to Mars.
Steve Abbenhaus
Current Team: BU13 Premier Silver
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: Accounting and Management of Information Systems at Xavier University
Coaching Experience: CUSC, Xavier Men's Club Team, Dana Gardens U23 OVPL Team, and 7 years at Cincy SC.
Current Occupation: Director of Finance at Caruso Inc.
Fun facts: I lived in London for 6 years when I was in primary school.
Thomas de Graauw
Current Teams: BU11 Premier North, BU12 Premier North
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Education: MBA
Coaching Experience: 7v7 Club soccer in the Netherlands, 1 on 1 private coaching
Current Occupation: Soccer coach
Fun facts: I have played every position on the field at the college level at least once, including goalkeeper!
Tim Brown
Current Teams: BU11 Premier KING Gold, BU10 North SM Aberdeen
First Season with CUSC: 2007
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach, CUSC North Boys U8-U11 Age Group Director
Fun facts: I like motorcycles
Yomar Vera
Current Teams: BU13 Premier West
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: I run YV Performance (soccer training)
Coaching Experience: Claretiano - Assistant Coach (High School in Peru), Kings High school - Varsity/JV Assistant Coach, Kings Hammer (Head Coach), ODP (State Staff) & YV Performance (personal soccer training)
Current Occupation: Soccer coach & entrepeneur
Fun facts: My goal is to coach my national team, Peruvian food is the best, I currently play semi-pro
North Boys Coaches
Aaron Runnacles
Current Teams: BU13 North Elite II
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Andrew Nephew
Current Team: BU14 North Elite II, BU15 North Elite II
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelors in Sports and Entertainment Marketing with a focus in coaching
Coaching Experience: Mason High School JV Boys Head Coach (2 years)
Current Occupation: Coach and Private Trainer
Fun facts: Professional indoor soccer player
Brian Jung
Current Teams: BU8 North SM Coventry City, BU9 North LM Brentford, BU10 North LM Brentford, GU8 North SM Celtic
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Education: Currently in college studying psychology
Coaching Experience: 2 years at CUSC
Current Occupation: Full time student at UC
Fun facts: Played for CUSC from U8 to U14
Chris Stoltz
Current Team: BU16 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2021
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Ph.D. Chemical Engineering, EMT-First Responder, Volunteer Firefighter
Coaching Experience: 15 years recreational/grassroots coaching
Current Occupation: Principal Scientist/Director, Corporate R&D, Procter & Gamble
Fun facts: 36 years experience as a soccer referee; current USSF Regional Emeritus and NCAA D1 official
Dakota Hampton
Current Teams: BU9 North LM Aston Villa, BU12 North Elite II
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelor's of Science, Information Technology at the University of Cincinnati
Coaching Experience: Cincinnati Elite FC (1 year), CUSC summer camp, CUSC PFP, CUSC Juniors/DL
Current Occupation: Cincinnati Childrens Systems Analyst II
Fun facts: I am a big Chelsea FC fan
Declan Pierce
Current Teams: BU11 North Elite II
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: UEFA B, UEFA C
Other Education: Masters in Sports Leadership
Coaching Experience: Club & Academy
Current Occupation: Soccer Coache, CUSC Elite Player Development Training Lead
Fun facts: I have 2 cats named Mochi & Junie
Ed Kenney
Current Team: BU14 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, Grassroots, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Premier Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Other Education: NSCAA Goalkeeping 1 and 2 Diploma / NSCAA DOC Diploma
Coaching Experience: Fall 2026 marks my 27th year coaching soccer. Mason Soccer club, Thunder United, Warren County Soccer Club (DOC), Kings Hammer, and CU North.
Current Occupation: Partner / Owner Parallel Technologies 27 years
Fun facts: D1 Wrestler and track runner / If not on the soccer field I am working out or fly fishing
Eduardo Padron
Current Teams: BU11 North Elite I, BU12 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2019
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B, USSF C, USSF D, Grassroots
Coaching Experience: Club CUSC/Thunder United FC
Current Occupation: IT Consultant
Fun facts: I have my favorite childhood cartoon theme as my ringtone (ThunderTank theme).
Ethan Gianotta
Current Team: North Boys High School Academy Green
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology & Neuroscience
Coaching Experience: 3 Years - Head Coach of Ohio Northern University Men's Club Soccer, 1 Year - GU12 Assistant Coach at Ada Soccer Association
Current Occupation: Genetic Counseling Assistant at Cincinnati Children's
Fun facts: I played at CUSC North before going to college.
Garry Hancock
First Season with CUSC: 2015
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, Grassroots, UEFA B
Other Education: BSC Sports and Exercise science, BSA Sports Coaching
Coaching Experience: Long list. Coached in USA since 2009. Worked with pro youth academies, University of West of Scotland, and Hamilton Accies (men’s and women’s) and SFA in Scotland prior to move.
Current Occupation: CUSC North Technical Director
Fun fact: Octopuses have three hearts. A group of porcupines is called a prickle.
Jeff Woodson
Current Team: BU9 North SM Bournemouth
First Season with CUSC: 2020
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF F License, Grassroots
Other Education: Master's Degree in Education, Certified Leadership Excellence Teacher
Coaching Experience: Coached 10 Years of High School, 1 Year in College and 27 Years in Club
Current Occupation: Financial Advisor
Fun facts: I have an Amercian Pitbull named Zeus. I eat, sleep and breathe soccer. I like to go to the gym and workout. My son swims.
Jeremy Pletz
Current Teams: BU14 North Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2012
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: M.A. Teaching, B.S. Mathematics
Coaching Experience: HS Varsity Girls, Boys JV
Current Occupation: Teacher, HS Math
Fun facts: 6 kids, all have been through CUSC
Jim McGuire
Current Team: BU15 North Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, Grassroots
Other Education: MBA Finance and Accounting
Coaching Experience: Have coached club and high school level for over 6 years
Current Occupation: Insurance
Logan Gould
Current Teams: BU10 North SM Dundee United, BU11 North Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Current Occupation: Young Adult and Student Ministry
Fun facts: I went to culinary school.
Lon Hambrice
Current Teams: BU13 North Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Coaching Experience: Club, High School, and Grassroots
Current Occupation: Controls Engineer
Fun facts: Enjoy Chelsea FC, Chicago Bears, Golfing, College Football, and BMW Motorcycles.
Luke DeWald
Current Teams: BU12 North Green
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Coaching Experience: CUSC
Current Occupation: Architectural Engineering
Fun facts: I love whitewater kayaking and rafting
Martin Raymondo
Current Teams: BU10 North LM Crystal Palace, BU12 North Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: Business and Sport Management Degree
Coaching Experience: Club, and Coaching youth for a Professional Club (FCC)
Current Occupation: Community Relation Associate
Fun facts: Born in Guatemala, speak three languages, and love the beautiful game!
Max Haxel
Current Teams: BU9 North LM Crystal Palace
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Coaching Experience: Recreational
Current Occupation: Account Executive
Fun facts: I like playing chess
Nikolai Christow
Current Team: BU9 North SM Aberdeen, BU10 North LM Aston Villa
First Season with CUSC: 2024
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Coaching Experience: College, Club
Current Occupation: Account Manager
Fun facts: I have played competitively in 6 countries, and I played my whole youth career right here at CUSC!
Phil Russell
Current Teams: BU10 North SM Bournemouth, BU10 North SM Coventry City
First Season with CUSC: 2012
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF E license
Coaching Experience: College in the UK
Current Occupation: VP Technology and Innovation @ ID Privacy AI
Fun facts: I am a Leicester City fan
Ronnie Fernandez
Current Team: North Boys High School Academy Yellow, BU19 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots, United Soccer Coaches(NSCAA) - National Diploma
Other Education: United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) GK diploma level 1,
USSF E Licinse
Coaching Experience: Wittenberg University JV head coach/Asst Varsity for over 36 years, coached club soccer for over 36 years in both boys and girls division and age groups U12-U19, former USSF referee, former collegiate player University of Charleston West Virginia
Current Occupation: Teacher
Fun facts: I jump out of airplanes as a hobby
Ryan Nelson
Current Teams: BU8 North SM Aberdeen / Bournemouth, BU9 North SM Coventry City
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Sam Obermeyer
Current Team: BU8 North LM Aston Villa / Brentford
First Season with CUSC: 2010
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North, South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Diploma
Other Education: BA specialization in Graphic design @ BGSU
Coaching Experience: Coached at FOSC prior to CUSC
Current Occupation: Photographer and Graphic Designer
Fun facts: I have 5 kids, 4 play at the club!
Shane Page
First Season with CUSC: 2021
All CUSC communities coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: BSN Exercise Physiology, Wright State 2007. Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of Dayton 2010
Coaching Experience: I have coached every level of youth soccer up to High School. I also do goalkeeper trainings.
Current Occupation: Physical Therapist, CUSC Head of Player Development Training
Fun facts: I am a die hard FC Cincinnati and Liverpool fan
Shawn Parker
Current Teams: BU8 North LM Aston Villa / Brentford, BU8 North SM Aberdeen / Bournemouth, GU8 North LM Arsenal / Brighton, GU8 North SM Aston Villa / Burnley
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B, USSF C, USSF D, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Coaching Experience: Club Soccer- Executive Director of Coaching (Shenandoah Valley United; VA.), Youth Director of Coaching (Kings Hammer; KY), ODP State Staff Coach (OH; KY; VA). High School- 8 years Varsity
Current Occupation: 2nd grade teacher, CUSC North Grassroots U8 DL Director, FC Cincinnati Discovery Program staff coach
Fun facts: Favorite color is orange, I've been booed in Madison Square Garden, center court in front of 100,000 fans to a sold out crowd. My team won Men's NCAA National Championship (2010); inducted into athletic Hall of Fame.
Tim Brown
Current Teams: BU10 North SM Aberdeen, BU11 Premier KING Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2007
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach, CUSC North Boys U8-U11 Age Group Director
Fun facts: I like motorcycles
Tony Fletcher
Current Teams: BU13 North Elite I, BU15 North Elite I, BU17 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2019
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North, Juniors
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: BSBA Information Systems - Xavier University
Coaching Experience: Club - CUSC, High School - Moeller JV
Current Occupation: Data & AI Product Manager - Kroger, CUSC North Boys U12-U19 Age Group Director
Fun facts: I have two goldendoodles (Bella and Duke)
TJ Manning
Current Teams: BU16 North Yellow, GU15 North Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Coaching Experience: Club and High School
Current Occupation: Assistant Parks and Recreation Coordinator (City of Forest Park)
Fun facts:
Real Madrid is my favorite team
Neymar is my favorite player
I’ve been coaching club/high school for a total of 6 years
I was a college soccer All-American player my freshman year
I was given an opportunity to trial for a professional club in Poland
South Boys Coaches
Alan Grothaus
Current Teams: BU8 South Argentinos / Boca
First Season with CUSC: 2012
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Other Education: Masters in Education
Coaching Experience: Former High School Head Coach and Assistant Coach
Current Occupation: CUSC South Boys U8-U11 Age Group Director, Soccer Coach
Fun facts: My father started SAY soccer in the Milford area in 1974.
Andrew Ayres
Current Team: BU9 South Defensor, GU10 South Dash
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Business. Real estate business
Coaching Experience: Ohio Galaxies
Current Occupation: Manager Chuck E Cheese
Fun facts: Bengals season ticket holder
Brian Goff
First Season with CUSC: 2016
All CUSC programss coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Coaching Experience: 11th year with CUSC, Head Coach Saint Ursula Academy JV B girls 2024 season. 1st year as HC McNicholas High School men’s JV; Assistant Head Coach men’s Varsity 2025 season.
Current Occupation: CUSC South Technical Director & U16-U19 Age Group Director, Director of Futsal Operations (PFP)
Fun facts: While I am not related to the Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, my brother actually did play in the NFL for 12 years.
Canniggia Johnson
Current Teams: BU14 South Elite I, GU11 Premier Gold, GU12 Premier Gold
First Season with CUSC: 2016
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Coaching Experience: 10 years at the club
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach
Fun facts: I like my alone time sometimes!
Dahlian Anderson
Current Team: BU16 South Elite I, GU13 South Elite I, CUSC GU12 Premier South
First Season with CUSC: 2017
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: Advanced Leadership Development Course, Associate in Studio Theater Arts
Coaching Experience: Kings Hammer 2012-2015, Scott High School 2013-2015 (District and Regional winners, State Finalist 2014), CUSC (2022 President Cup Champion and 2023 President Cup Finalist)
Current Occupation: Military / Maintenance Technician
Fun facts: I didn't learn to juggle until I was 14
David Crawford
Current Team: BU14 South Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Other Education: BS Civil Eng., MBA
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Consultant
Fun facts: I was a Parent Coach for 10 years prior to getting my license and starting as a head coach.
Erika True
Current Teams: BU10 South Defensor, BU11 South Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF B, USSF C, USSF D, Grassroots, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Advanced National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - Premier Diploma, Educator License.
Other Education: FIFA Educators License (Summer 2026) + US Soccer in Schools Certificate (August 2026) Masters degree: education, women's coaches academy x 2, variety of safety courses / character courses.
Coaching Experience: CUSC Head Coach, SAY Soccer Director of Education - Director of Coaching, US Soccer - Coach Educator, Loveland Youth Soccer Association - Executive Director / Director of Coaching, Cincinnati Christian University - Team Head Coach, Indiana State University - Team Head Coach, Indiana University - Team Assistant Coach, Creighton University - Team Assistant Coach. Many club director roles, GK coach roles and executive director roles throughout the country.
Current Occupation: Director of Education for SAY Soccer.
Fun facts: I have coached soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, basketball, baseball.
Jack Hermans
Current Teams: BU8 South Club America / Defensor, BU9 South Argentinos Jrs, BU9 South Boca Jrs, BU11 South Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2011
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, South, Premier Boys, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF A
Other Education: Dutch License, Masters in Education
Coaching Experience: All levels for over 50 years, 6 years in The Netherlands, 45 years+ in USA
Current Occupation: Soccer Unlimited Camp director, self employed
Fun facts: I'm known for my whistle (I swallowed it!!!!!!!)
Jacob Mastroianni
Current Teams: BU9 South Flamengo, BU11 South White
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Systems Engineer
Fun facts: I've been to three premier league matches
Mac Garrigan
Current Teams: BU11 South Green, BU12 South Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2018
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Diploma
Other Education: Business Degree from XU and Law Degree from UC
Coaching Experience: 14 years High School JV, Varsity Assistant and Head Coach
Current Occupation: Lawyer
Fun facts: I have hit 3 hole in ones at golf
Maria Bates
Current Teams: GU14 South Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Current undergrad student at UC
Coaching Experience: Club, High School, Futsal, Private Training, After School
Current Occupation: Coach and Student, CUSC South Girls U12-U15 Age Group Director
Fun facts: I’m a USCAA national champion (2023), I played with the Cincinnati Sirens my senior year of high school, I’ve had MCL (knee) surgery
Mark Whyte
Current Teams: BU12 South Elite I, BU13 South Elite I, BU13 South Yellow (fall only), BU15 South Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2018
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Boys and Girls South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelor's in Business
Coaching Experience: CUSC, Get Sharp Futsal
Current Occupation: Client’s Rights Officer at HCJFS, CUSC South Boys U12-U15 Age Group Director
Fun facts: I love being in nature, being ready and learning new skills.
Mike Welker
Current Teams: BU10 South Argentinos Jrs
First Season with CUSC: 2019
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C, USSF D, Grassroots
Other Education: BSBA - Ohio State University
Coaching Experience: 9 years at CUSC. 14 years at Archbishop Moeller High School.
Current Occupation: President - Profill Solutions
Fun facts: 3 sons at CUSC. Head Coach of the 2022 U16 USYS National Champion 2006 Cup Gold boys team. Coached the High School All American game in 2024.
Omar Walcott
Current Teams: CUSC BU9 South Club America, BU9 South Estudiantes, BU10 South Flamengo, BU12 South Green
First Season with CUSC: 2020
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Bachelor 's in Business Management
Coaching Experience: Club, High School
Current Occupation: HVAC Journeyman
Fun facts: I have played soccer since I was 4
Paul Rockwood
Current Teams: BU13 South Yellow (spring only)
First Season with CUSC: 2014
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Boys South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF A, USSF B, USSF C
Other Education: USSF National Youth License
Coaching Experience: Club, High School, College, Assistant Professional, Coach, consultant at Columbus Crew, 17 years as Videographer for Columbus Crew
Current Occupation: Retired Educator of 39 years, CHCA Head High School Coach
Fun facts: I used to have a full head of hair!!
Tom Eckart
Current Teams: BU10 South Boca Jrs, CUSC BU10 South Club America
First Season with CUSC: 2023
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D
Education: M.Ed. in Community and Agency Counseling; Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor; Certified Sports Counselor. B.A. Psychology from UC
Coaching Experience: Coca Cola Classics, Tempest SC, STAR SC, Assistant Coach Roger Bacon Boys Soccer, Head Coach Roger Bacon Girls Soccer, JV Gold Turpin Girls Soccer
Current Occupation: Mental Health Counselor
Fun facts: In high school my team played a midnight indoor game vs the Ringling Brothers Circus-which went very late because we were winning, and they didn't want to concede.
Tim Sakelos
Current Team: BU8 South Club America / Defensor, BU10 South Estudiantes, GU9 South Courage
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: BS Physical Education, BA Comparative Religion (Miami University), AM University of Chicago
Coaching Experience: Mariemont High School JV coach, Cincinnati State Men's Soccer Assistant Coach, Cincinnati Classics Coach, Wilmington FC Coach, ODP District and Assistant Regional Coach, Pleasant Run Farms SC Coach, Mariemont Recreation Association, Coach and Board Member/Field Coordinator, Kings Soccer Club- Club Trainer, Soccer Unlimited Camps (14 years).
Current Occupation: Substitute Teacher, Commissioned Pastor (PCUSA), Trainer
Fun facts: Father of two girls. Girls Scout Troop Leader. History buff and Antique collector.
Ubong Ekarika
Current Teams: BU13 South Green, GU12 South Elite I
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Other Education: Associate Degree
Coaching Experience: Club
Current Occupation: Field Technician
Fun facts: I can play with both my right and left foot
Zach Santorelli
Current Teams: BU14 South Green, BU15 South Elite II, South Boys High School Academy Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2022
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Degree in Sports Administration with a Minor in Business
Coaching Experience: High School, grassroots and futsal
Current Occupation: Soccer Coach and Student
Fun facts: My favorite soccer player is Ronaldo and I love Michigan
West Girls & Boys Coaches
Gary Gayle
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: West
Current Occupation: CUSC West Technical Director
Jenn Laking
Current Teams: GU11 West Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North, West
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: Bachelors in Business Administration
Coaching Experience: 12 years club coaching experience
Current Occupation: Supply Chain, CUSC West Assistant Director
Fun facts: I am originally from Canada!
Poetrie Bedgood
Current Team: CUSC GU8 West Athletico Madrid
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: West
Steve Leyland
Current Teams: BU9 West Ajax, BU12 West Yellow, BU14 West Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: West
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF D, United Soccer Coaches (NSCAA) - National Youth Diploma
Other Education: New Zealand Junior Coaching Certificate
Coaching Experience:
U10-U19 Takapuna AFC - New Zealand
Senior Reserve team Whangarei City AFC -New Zealand
U12 Team Orange Crush - Guam
U8-U16 Team Cincinnati
U12-U16 Beecmont SC
U14-U16 CSA
U12-U16 CEFC
U12-U16 TFA
Current Occupation: Project Manager
Fun facts: I hate wearing shoes
Steven Earls
Current Team: BU8 West Ajax, BU10 West Ajax, BU11 West Yellow
First Season with CUSC: 2025
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: West
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Coaching Experience: Club and Director of Say Program
Current Occupation: District Supervisor at USIC, LLC
Fun facts: I referee high school wrestling in the wintertime across the state.
Leadership
Andy Murison
Current Occupation: CUSC Director of Business Operations
First Season with CUSC: 2015
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: Bsc Strength and Conditioning, Crossfit Level 1 Personal Training
Coaching Experience: Grassroots in the US and the UK, through to Premier Girls
Fun facts: I am from Linlithgow, birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots
Blake Decker
Current Occupation: CUSC CEO
First Season with CUSC: 2020
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: South, Premier Girls
Current Teams: Premier Girls GA Assistant 26/27
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF A, Club Technical Leadership Level 2, Educator License
Other Education: MEd in Educational (K-12), B.A. Secondary Education (6-12)
Coaching Experience: High School (7 years), Collegiate (3 years), Club (23 years), Professional (1 year), Recreational (2 years)
Fun facts: I enjoy winding up Scott Bower
Hugh Seyfarth
Current Occupation: CUSC Director of Coaching (and also Scott Bower's sounding board).
First Season with CUSC: 2018
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North, Premier Boys, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF A, Educator License
Other Education: BA History, MBA Marketing/Operations
Coaching Experience: College, High School. Club
Fun facts: I'm a Chicago Cub Fan.
Scott Bower
Current Occupation: CUSC Director of Soccer
First Season with CUSC: 2014
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF A - Youth, Club Technical Leadership Level 2
Other Education: BS Business Administration
Coaching Experience: High School, Club, Semi Professional
Fun facts: Married in December of 24 with 2 kids Ranger and Lucy
Specialty
Declan Pierce
First Season with CUSC: 2024
Current Occupation: CUSC Elite Player Development Training Lead, Soccer Coach
Current Team: BU11 North Elite II
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: North, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: UEFA B, UEFA C
Other Education: Masters in Sports Leadership
Coaching Experience: Club & Academy
Fun facts: I have 2 cats named Mochi & Junie
Elly Salazar
Current Teams: Juniors Coach, GU8 North SM Aston Villa / Burnley
First Season with CUSC: 2026
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors
Education: Bachelor's In Exercise Science from Xavier University
Coaching Experience: TOPSoccer (3 years)
Current Occupation: OTD Student at BGSU
Fun facts: Bilingual (Spanish), I have been to 7 countries, pet cat named Zuzu.
Jay Schneider
First Season with CUSC: 2016
Current Occupation: CUSC Premier Girls U11-U19 Goalkeeping Director, Senior Account Manager Graco Inc.,
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Premier Boys, Premier Girls
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: USSF C
Other Education: Undergraduate Degree from the University of Cincinnati,
MBA from Miami University
Coaching Experience: Cincinnati Country Day HS 3 years, Lakota West HS 2 years, Miami of Ohio Graduate Assistant 1 year, Warren County Soccer Club 2 years, CUP 11 years, Cincinnati Swerve Mens Professional Indoor Soccer Team 7 years, US Women’s Mini Football, Arena Football, and Futsal Goalkeeper Evaluator, Goalkeeper Coach at multiple high level camps across the country
Fun facts: I played 9 years of professional outdoor soccer, 10 years of professional indoor soccer, and I still play competitive soccer today
Jenna Adleta
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Current Occupation: CUSC Juniors and U8 Coach
Education: Bachelors Degree in Human Services
Coaching Experience: Youth Trainer at Soccer City
Fun facts: I have a pug named Frankie
Claire Wellington
First Season with CUSC: 2008
Current Occupation: CUSC Juniors Programming, Private Trainer at the Cincinnati Sports Club
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: Sport Management Bachelors Degree, Personal Training Certification
Coaching Experience: Assistant Coach at Wilmington College 2004-07; club coaching with our merger clubs (LSO and Lakota United before CUSC) since 2003
Fun facts: 2 High School aged daughters that play in the organization, love to hike, love to build wood projects
Ian Mitchell
First Season with CUSC: 2022
Current Occupation: Attorney, CUSC Juniors coach
All CUSC programs coached in previous seasons: Juniors, North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: USYF Futsal Level 2 License; J.D.
Coaching Experience: Futsal (U7-HIgh School), Juniors, Grassroots
Fun facts: All three of my kids played for Cincinnati United SC, starting in the Juniors program. My oldest son just graduated (CUP U19 Gold and is now playing for Kenyon College MSOC.
Kiley Neff
First Season with CUSC: 2025
Current Occupation: CUSC Boys Premier U11-U19 Goalkeeping Director
Mike Fry
First Season with CUSC: 2026
Current Occupation: CUSC Camp Director
Current Teams: GU16 Premier Silver, GU17 Premier Silver
Shane Page
First Season with CUSC: 2021
Current Occupation: CUSC Head of Player Development Training, Physical Therapist
All CUSC communities coached in previous seasons: North
Licensing and/or coaching diplomas: Grassroots
Other Education: BS Exercise Physiology, Wright State 2007. Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of Dayton 2010.
Coaching Experience: 5v5, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11, High School.
Fun facts: I am somewhat good at music trivia.