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He registered as a semi-pro player with Oxford City at age 16. He was a sales manager for an office equipment company at 21. From ages 23-26, he studied Phys Ed and was a 1st XI player with the British Collegiate team. He graduated with honors in Sports Science at 26. Before moving to the U.S., he lectured in Phys Ed and coached youth teams, camps, and clinics. In 1986 he founded British Soccer Camps, which became the world’s largest camp organization. From 1985-90 he was DOC for KYSA and USYS Mid-West Girls Regional DOC FROM 1987-90. In 1987 he was a USSF U19 National Team Training Camp Coach/Selector. From 85-90, he was Director of Marketing and Coaching for a multi-million-dollar indoor soccer and sports mall company. Andy has coached at Avila University in KC and for the KC Sol in the NPSL. He is in his 35th year as Director of Coaching for the Kansas City Legends Soccer Club and an NSCAA Convention clinician. Andy holds a United States Soccer Federation “A License”, a United Soccer Coaches Advanced National Diploma, a FAW Intermediate Badge, and 14 coaching qualifications in 9 other sports. Andy’s teams have won 13 National Indoor Championships & 5 USYSA Regional Championships. In USYSA/USASA Final Fours they have finished 1st once, 2nd once, and 3rd three times. For many years Andy was the President of the National Indoor Soccer Council. He is or has been, the owner of Soccer Excellence Inc., the K.C. Legends Soccer Club, the National Indoor Soccer Championship, SuperClubs North America, SuperClubs National Team Tours, the SoccerBox Franchise System, the Shining Stars Pre-School and Daycare Drama Franchise system, and the HappyFeet/Legends International Organization with franchises in North and South America, Asia and Europe. In 2005 Andy published a 320-page book on soccer coaching “Training Soccer Legends”. In this vivid, ground-breaking, soccer book he describes the unique philosophies and methods that led to the success of the players and teams of the KC Legends Club. In each segment, he provides original insight into questionable youth coaching methods. He draws from the many strands of his experience, passion for the game, lifelong infatuation with the great players, and study of physical development. He does a deep dive into leadership, loyalty, and adventures in competition. He prescribes optimal methods for players of all ages, abilities, classes, and national backgrounds. He describes the hard work, headaches, and rewards of a soccer-playing, promoting, and coaching life. Plainspoken, wise, and enormously original, Training Soccer Legends addresses coaching abuses, forges new developmental pathways, and expands coaching horizons. It was written for every participant, coach, parent, or aficionado with a vision of maximizing each player’s potential. “Legends for Life” proposes that soccer taught the Training Soccer Legend’s way is society’s best vehicle for developing elite levels of child fitness and exceptional depth of lifelong character. It is Andy’s sincere belief there is no better way to teach bravery, creativity, and leadership for life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716909552104-HYZ3EGF8GUA1FVVPQ7Y2/Kyle+Hogge.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Kyle Hogge - Director kyle@kclegends.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716910778274-MVL10129KW1NH4DLEOJ6/Riley+Cronin.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Riley Cronin Lee's Summit Legends Director riley@kclegends.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716911094247-CUP276BON50WF14JW8O4/Aaron+Lammers.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Aaron Lammers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915757478-D4WCJS6GGMY1E8EVMY4O/Alex+Atzenweiler.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Alex Atzenweiler Alex grew up in Olathe, Kansas, where he played youth soccer for the KC Legends and played high school soccer for Olathe North. Alex also played four years of varsity tennis in high school. Alex has recently graduated from the University of Kansas where he majored in Sports Management and minored in Business. Alex has a wealth of knowledge about soccer and coaching as he is Andy Barney’s (owner and founder of KC Legends) stepson. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716911546615-ET9HNC6OZFW6RS58V90Q/Alex+Garcia.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Alex Garcia Alexander is originally from Lawrence, Kansas, and is the oldest of three. He played soccer and graduated from Gardner-Edgerton high school. Alex went on to coach at Gardner-Edgerton High School for 3 years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716911580855-7888WF0T20GAV9S1X86Y/Alex+Lima.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Alex Lima https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716911570837-2NGXUHWUKZ4GZFVB1P8M/Alex+Perez.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Alex Perez Alex played for the 2003 Academy team under Andy Barney for 7 years, and Jaime Aldape for 1 year. He went on to play at Mid American Nazarene University and won the national title in 2023. This is his second year coaching for the club! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641394114725-F13LP4SJWQ7I1Y142WLK/clifton.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Andrew Clifton Andrew is a former Legends player, high school teacher, high school coach and HappyFeet-Legends franchisee. Andrew played for Andy Barney’s 83-84 boys team in Kansas City for thirteen years and knows the powerful results of having grown up in the Legends training system. Andrew spent his entire youth soccer career playing for Andy Barney and the Kansas City Legends. At age 17/18, Andrew received parent accolades for his coaching work in the K.C. Legends Academy training program. While playing and coaching for the Kansas City Legends Andrew spent time learning and developing a fanatical passion for soccer played the ‘Legends’ way. Andrew was a top midfielder for O'Hara and a standout for the KC Legends Soccer Club. Andrew helped his club team to five first or second place finishes at the state level and also helped the team win five National Indoor Championships between 1992-1999. Andrew played for the notoriously strong Missouri ODP team as a youth player. A gifted deceptive dribbler and goal scorer, he served as captain for the O'Hara High School soccer team and earned all-conference, All-Metro, all-district, all-region and all-state honors. An honor student, Andrew was student body president at O'Hara High School. He participated in the MLS KC Wizards Youth Training Program in 01-02. From 2002 to 2006 Andrew attended Drury University in Springfield, MO on a soccer scholarship and majored in Secondary Education and History. Andrew played in the Professional Developmental League for the Kansas City Brass. Andrew graduated from Drury University where he was a scholarship standout and an ever present player for four years. Andrew played lead roles in several plays while attending Drury University. After graduating from University Andrew taught History at Hillcrest High School in Springfield, Missouri. While teaching History Andrew was also the Boys Head Coach and Girls Assistant Soccer Coach. In 2007 Andrew became a HappyFeet-Legends franchisee in Springfield, Missouri. With his trademark enthusiasm, phenomenal responsibility and strong communication skills, Andrew quickly established a successful HappyFeet-Legends business in the weakest demographic and smallest soccer market within the HappyFeet-Legends system. He loves the unique HappyFeet-Legends opportunity and truly believes in mentoring others with the passion for soccer taught the ‘Legends’ way. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1763064221041-B16XZ3A2ISEP1JCNI9BC/Kansas+City+Legends+logo.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Andrew Percic Andrew is a native of Lombard Illinois. He started coaching with the ECNL club Eclipse Select in oak brook Illinois. He then was an assistant coach at his Alma mater Sterling College. After Sterling Andrew became the Director of Goalkeeping at Elkhorn Soccer Club in Elkhorn Nebraska. After ESC Andrew joined the staff at University of Illinois-Chicago working with the goalkeepers. After UIC Andrew had stops at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Wofford College, and University of South Dakota as an assistant coach. Andrew joins legends after being the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Southwest Baptist University. Andrew has coached goalkeepers who have ranked top 20 in the nation, and several all conference players. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716911602812-0BR7UM62V8CAJPIS2RGO/Andrew+Vorce.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Andrew Vorce Andrew Vorce comes to the Kansas City Legends after serving as Director Of Coaching for our Springfield, Missouri program. Andrew spent seven years in Springfield where he attended Missouri State University and has been coaching various levels of youth soccer since 2007. Andrew spent nearly five years at Total Demize Soccer Club in Springfield coaching everything from U7 boys to U12 boys. In 2011 Andrew served as Director of both the Springfield Happy Feet and Legends programs. Andrew's teams are known for their game intelligence, creative flair, and ability to play fun and attractive soccer. Andrew grew up in Kansas City. Andrew was named an all-district forward in 2006 and a two year captain for his high school and went on to play for the Springfield Demize PASL squad and PDL Reserves. Andrew holds his USSF National "D" License and NSCAA National Diploma. Andrew started with the HappyFeet Legends International headquarters in 2013 as the SuperClubs Tournament Director before moving over to the HappyFeet Kansas City team to be the HappyFeet League Director. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912674795-5URENRKKIOLGXDXW33LQ/Bachir+Diallo.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Bachir Diallo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912721258-HKYUOH6BO8YN2DDC6770/Ben+Statler.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Ben Statler Ben is a parent of two former Legends players. Ben spent nearly 5 years coaching both of his daughters’ rec league teams prior to his daughter making the transition to playing for the Legends. While watching his daughters play in the Legends’ 4v4 Seasonal Leagues, Ben fell in love with the Legends’ philosophy of developing brave and creative leaders, as he saw his daughters grow through the program. Ben enjoys working with the younger age groups, where he can help the kids develop of a love of soccer that hopefully lasts a life time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912777842-UFTNHL6W48SWC2HO9HOI/Bo+Jensen.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Bo Jensen https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912716470-MZUNA2FWJMSO5HIJEWBX/Bret+Clark.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Bret Clark https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912823549-G9F3KDL7R5ND9NZQ74RE/Brett+Wobker.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Brett Wobker Brett is a proud father of six. Three are current legends, Lucy (2011), Rachel (2014), Teresa (2015), two are future Legends, Dominic (2017) and Isaac (2019) and he is a firm believer in the structure of the Legends program. Brett recognizes the foundation set within the Legends program directly correlates to a player’s confidence on and off the field. He is passionate about helping kids to become Brave, Creative Leaders for life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912829615-C5GF1F819BF2X4BK58II/Bryan+Williams.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Bryan Williams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1762876972287-JWUXKRZA8WW46ISK4VZD/Kansas+City+Legends+logo.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Chase Thompson Chase began playing soccer at age four and competed for the Blast Premier team through his early teens. After years of indoor play, he found a new passion in coaching and has led his son’s team for the past four seasons. Now in his first year with Legends, Chase enjoys teaching creativity and confidence through the Maestro series training. His son also plays for Legends, making coaching with the club a rewarding family experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912838772-QVI1Q35TW6GBX6VM5H2N/Colin+Cooper.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Colin Cooper https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912868642-5WAQ8WRXENGQK8VMKFQN/Dan+Warne.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Dan Warne Dan has played soccer since he was 4 (which was just a few years ago). He grew up in Shawnee & Lenexa and played against Andy Barney and the Legends since the club formed. Andy tried to get him to join the Legends but it wasn't to be. He attended Shawnee Mission Northwest before moving on to Mount Mercy College. There, he broke every school record (goal/assists/points in a season and in a career) and was a 4 year all-conference performer. His senior year he was an all region selection and naia all-american. He has worked ever since graduating as a software engineer (all in the KC area). As his 2 kids started sports, he discovered his love for coaching/teaching. It is in his blood as both his parents taught. His dad was also a head soccer coach for club soccer as well as at SMNW and Piper high schools. Dan has coached his kids in soccer, basketball, volleyball and softball but his main love has always been soccer. Andy Barney finally convinced Dan to join the Legends as a coach. His 2 children both have only ever played for the Legends because of his belief in the club philosophy and how important that is in shaping young children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/f512af22-59e3-4be3-812f-a0ebb82ace91/LOGO+Kansas+City+Legends+1989+%283%29.jpg Meet Our Coaches - David Cowan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641395250969-7V1QNTFK7BCWM8CXI70K/derrick+christenson.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Derrick Christensen Derrick is a proud father of two current Legends, Jordan (2007) and Jace (2010), and is a firm believer in the structure of the Legends program....and was a product of the program himself. The KC Legends has been part of Derrick's life since 1989 when he joined Andy Barney's team, the Spartans (shortly after renamed Legends), and played for Andy up until 1993. In 1993 Derrick's family moved to Rochester, NY where Andy made a connection to one of his coaching counterparts in Syracuse, NY, the Syracuse Blitz, where Derrick continued developing within a premier soccer organization up until college. Derrick represented the Western NY ODP team as their captain for multiple years from 1995-1998, as well as lead his high school team to 2 sectional and regional titles. He continued his soccer career at Univ. of Rhode Island (Top 10 Division 1), followed by time at Fredonia State University NY, a traditional soccer powerhouse in the east coast. After school Derrick reconnected with the Legends program where he coached within the skills program and multiple Legends teams from 2002-2004. Derrick attributes all of his success in soccer to what he learned from the Legends program and is excited to introduce the skills and methodology to future soccer stars. Derrick recognizes the foundation set within the Legends program directly correlates to a players confidence on and off the field, he's looking forward to watching this growth within his players. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912926703-5SHCRPTHRBVV2HR77BQ2/Duke+Christoffersen.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Duke Christoffersen Duke is an Overland Park native who started playing soccer before most of the people reading this were born. He attended Shawnee Mission South where, as a senior, he captained the first-ever Kansas Sate Champion and was voted the 1986-1987 Kansas Gatorade Player of the Year. Duke’s coaching career began in his early twenties, both as a club team coach, and as an ODP State Team coach. He started coaching with the Legends Club in 2022 after returning from Southern California, where he lived, surfed, and worked as a television and film writer. Duke comes from what can only be described as a soccer family. His parents were the first inductees into the Kansas State Youth Soccer Association Hall of Fame. His father was the first president of KSYSA, and his mother was integral in creating the Kansas Premier League, because his sister’s team didn’t have other quality girls’ teams to play against. His father is also in the US Youth Soccer Hall of Fame and the creator of The National League. Duke’s love of soccer comes from his father, his brother, Diego Maradona, Michel Platini, and a man named Alex Nagy—a former Kansas City Spur who, at the park one day, told an 11-year-old Duke in his gravelly Hungarian accent, “Okay, you can play with us…but no crying.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912935074-KBTQW3M2QTQIEWT6NPUS/Elizabeth+Ramos.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Elizabeth Ramos https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716912949435-IG1X4WJV6O7M89D2JA8X/Emily+Ramos.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Emily Ramos https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1763062105578-45OK4837SAFKB4D2YQH0/Kansas+City+Legends+logo.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Enrique Castillo Coach Enrique, a proud father of three, has a remarkable journey in coaching. He has coached both of his daughters, Mariann and Bella, and now he’s thrilled to coach his son, Matt , at Legends. Coach Enrique embodies the Legends philosophy, emphasizing player confidence both on and off the field. He also instills discipline and strength in his players, creating a positive and empowering environment for their growth and development. Success is not final, but comes from hard work, courage, and determination. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913399387-BEGI9HXTQUC1E51YFSUT/Erik+Miner.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Erik Miner Erik’s soccer journey is rooted in Kansas City’s soccer history. Growing up in Overland Park, he played for the Kansas City Comets and Pizza Shoppe and was a member of Andy Barney’s first ODP Kansas teams. A four-year varsity goalkeeper at Shawnee Mission West, Erik went on to play club at the University of Arkansas. A disciple of the legendary Dr. Joe Machnik, Erik remains a student of the game, still recommending Machnik’s “So Now You are a Goalkeeper” to every aspiring shot-stopper. Erik has been coaching youth soccer since 2010 and holds his US Soccer Grassroots License. Since discovering the Legends philosophy in 2013, he has been a staunch advocate for the "deceptive dribbler" mindset. He is deeply passionate about empowering young women to become Brave, Creative, Leaders both on the pitch and in their communities. Off the field, Erik is a Partner at Premier Sports Management and Vice-President of Premier Donor Strategies. In his professional career, he has produced events that have aired on ESPN and the NFL Network and has helped raise over $100 million for nonprofit organizations. When he isn't coaching or working with nonprofits, he’s likely spending time with his wife and two daughters, restoring a classic car, or cheering on the Kansas City Current or Sporting Kansas City. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641395355443-XOTQDT9JSKXK1ND1DE1X/ernesto.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Ernesto Perez https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913403773-UVVIJWCIARFIL8W0JKX0/Felipe+Abreu.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Felipe Abreu Felipe Villela Vahia de Abreu was born in 10/03/1992 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil... He played at Fluminense Football Club academy, one of the best in the country until he was 20 years old. Fluminense's academy is responsible for developing some of the current most famous Brazilian players like Marcelo (Real Madrid), Thiago Silva (Chelsea), and Fabinho (Liverpool). After playing for some other smaller clubs in Brazil, Felipe got offered a scholarship to play college soccer in the US. During his 4 years at MidAmerica Nazarene University, Felipe has been to the National Championship all his four years, including one Runner-Up (2015). After a successful college career, Felipe played for Santa Fe Wanderers, a semi-professional soccer team based in Kansas City during its one season at the United Premier Soccer League. Nowadays, Felipe plays professionally for the Kansas City Comets of the Major Arena Soccer League where he won the Central Cup in 2020. He graduated in December 2017 with a Sports Management & Business Administration degree ... He was inducted to the Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business and the National Society of Leadership and Success due to his high scholastic attainments and leadership value ... Felipe has also received the NAIA Daktronics Scholar Athlete award for his academic and athletic success three years in a row. After getting his Undergraduate degrees, Felipe is completed his MBA in Finance at Avila University, where he was also the Assistant Coach of the Men's Soccer Team. His coaching career started in 2015 with our Future Legends and 4v4 program. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913429912-I9HV6O5D37O0WANS1GJ6/Gage+Person.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Gage Person Hey everyone, I'm Gage Person, and I'm stoked to be stepping into the world of soccer coaching this year! I've been chasing a soccer ball since I could walk, and even though I didn't get involved with club soccer until middle school, my passion for the game has never waned. Nowadays, you can still catch me out on the field with friends (playing) or cheering on Sporting Kansas City, win or lose. When I'm not coaching, I'm usually working at a warehouse job, proving I can handle more than just coaching drills. And when I clock off, you'll find me glued to my computer (playing video games) or spending quality time with my friends or family. "Always Improving, Never Complacent." It's not just about soccer; it's a way of life for me. As a coach, I'm all about passing on that drive to my players, helping them grow both on and off the pitch. With my love for the game, years of experience, and a whole lot of enthusiasm, I'm ready to make waves in the world of soccer coaching. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641394215970-XE23DEK1SPQLAMCYVWR8/greg.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Greg Herdlick Greg Herdlick has served as the head coach of the Rockhurst women’s soccer program since 1999. The Hawks have posted 15 winning seasons under Herdlick, who has an overall record of 177-107-31 (.617). He ranks 24th in victories among active coaches and 46th in all-time victories in NCAA Division II. Herdlick has guided the Hawks to 90 conference wins and 11 GLVC Tournament appearances in their first 11 seasons in the GLVC. The Hawks made three consecutive apppearances in the NCAA Tournament from 2011-13 and have appeared in four NCAA Tournaments. In 2002 and 2003, the Hawks combined for 24 victories. Rockhurst outscored its opponents 42-14 in 2003 and shut out seven of its opponents. The Hawks defeated Division II national runner-up Nebraska-Omaha 2-0 during the 2003 season. The Hawks won 14 games while scoring 45 goals in 2012. Rockhurst posted its first-ever victory in the NCAA Tournament, defeating Bellamine 3-0 in Allendale, Mich. In 2013, the Hawks collected 13 wins, including a 2-0 victory over Truman State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Herdlick graduated from Rockhurst in 1993 with a degree in accounting. He was a four-year starter for the Rockhurst soccer team. He was a second-team All-American defender in 1992 and the team captain of the 1993 team. He played in the NAIA national tournament four consecutive years. Prior to replacing Chico Borja as the women’s head coach at Rockhurst in 1998, Herdlick was an assistant coach for the RU women's team. He was also an assistant coach of the women’s high school teams at Shawnee Mission South and Shawnee Mission East. He helped coach SM East to a Kansas Class 6A state championship and coached Pele’s U20 soccer club to a pair of Kansas state titles. Herdlick completed his master’s degree in business administration in 1996 at Rockhurst. He is currently manager of finance at Sunflower Health Plan. Herdlick and his wife, Kelly, reside in Lee's Summit, Mo., with their son, Sam, and daughter, Madelyn. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913459111-9YRN8GU51SSCSND4P7AF/Hafid+Gourich.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Hafid Gourich My name is Hafid Gourich I started playing soccer when I was a kid in Morocco in local leagues when a coach recruited me to join Nadi El Baladi in my hometown Mohammedia, which is a multisport and semiprofessional soccer club 2002-2006. After that I played with Achbal Atlas as an adult amateur between 2006-2011. Then I joined another local team El Majd de Mohammedia from 2011 to 2014. I loved every minute of it. Hafid’s coaching journey started in his hometown in Morocco with a soccer club called “Nadi El Amal” which means “Club of Hope”. He recently moved to Kansas City and this is his fourth year coaching in the United States. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913470572-UX9L610SC3IWOG3RZDRK/Isaac+Uzcanga.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Isaac Uzcanga Born and raised in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, soccer has been a lifelong passion for me. I began playing at the age of 5 and continued through college at the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara (UAG), where I played Division 1 soccer as a goalkeeper. During my time there, I proudly represented the university at the Indoor Soccer Nationals in Puebla, Mexico, competing against some of the country’s top talent. Coaching allows me to give back to the game that has given me so much. I’m passionate about helping young players reach their full potential both on and off the field by building their confidence, encouraging creativity, and inspiring them to take risks and learn from every challenge. At Legends Soccer Club, I strongly believe in developing brave, creative leaders. My goal is to create a positive, challenging, and fun environment where players are empowered to think for themselves, express their individuality through the game, and grow not just as athletes, but as people. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913772822-4GT9TXCDGG5BK2KVKMAK/Jackson+Ozburn.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Jackson Ozburn https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913773785-61OD7ZAXS55ALDI9I2LG/Jaime+Aldape.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Jaime Aldape Growing up in the KC area, I was blessed to have played for the Legends 1982/1983's and to continue into a varsity position for SMNW as a freshamn and sophomore. After graduating early, I ended up playing for JCCC at the young age of 17! While at the Legends my Andy Barney trained and raised team went to 5 consecutive Kansas State Cup Championships and won all 5. 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, and 2001. We placed well in regionals every year and helped build Kansas City into the soccer town that it currently is today. While at SMNW High School, we were nationally ranked as high as third in the nation by USA Today and we were the last Kansas 6A team to have won back to back state championships. I played on our state and regional ODP teams and never once did I compromise my playing style of skills with purpose. I now coach my son Cruz, on the 2005 boys team as well as my nephew Nicco (committed to the University of Houston Victoria) on the 2002 boys Legends team (Ranked 3rd in the state going into State Cup). I also coah the boys 2003 academy which is another top team in the state. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913800686-WWHZG6IMDA0MZT0S78IX/Jared+Green.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Jared Green https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913803219-2RF20KB54I2P65FUBWUK/Jarrod+Williams.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Jarrod Williams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913832152-5IOFIHGDAO4LIW8Q8SIA/Jeff+Green.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Jeff Green Coach Jeff brings over two decades of experience as a player, referee, and coach to the Kansas City Legends Soccer Club, where he has served as a staff coach since 2017. He holds a USSF D License and is dedicated to developing technically skilled, creative, and confident players. From 2016 to 2022, Coach Jeff was an assistant coach for both the boys’ and girls’ programs at St. James Academy, contributing to two state championship titles. He then led the Leavenworth High School boys’ soccer program (2022–2024) as head coach, continuing his commitment to building competitive teams and positive team culture. In addition to his coaching background, Coach Jeff served as a USSF-certified referee from 2012 to 2020, officiating Heartland League, MRL, ECNL, Development Academy, and various youth and adult tournaments. His experience also includes KSHSAA varsity soccer (including state tournaments) and sub-varsity basketball officiating from 2015 to 2019—giving him a well-rounded understanding of the game from multiple perspectives. Beyond coaching, he has been a board member for the Catholic Youth Organization at St. Paul Catholic Church since 2011, where he has coached CYO basketball (grades 5–8, 2011–2016) and continues to serve as head coach for CYO track and field (2013–present). A lifelong participant in the sport, Coach Jeff has played youth, high school, and adult soccer in both Kansas City and St. Louis since 1978. His extensive experience and dedication to the game drive his mission to inspire the next generation of players through teamwork, respect, and a love of soccer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716913847760-QOMBRIATFKHGU8NSDTH3/Jen+Buczkowski.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Jen Buczkowski Jen grew up playing in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. She attended the University of Notre Dame where she graduated in 2007 with a degree in marketing. During her career at Notre Dame, Jen set the record for career games played (103) and scored 77 points (22nd in Notre Dame history), 20 goals, 37 assists and 97 starts. She was a three-time NSCAA All-American. She was among the final-15 candidates for the MAC Hermann Award in 2005 and 2006. Jen was also involved with the US Youth National Team Programs from U-16 through U-23. Jen started her professionally career in 2009 with the New Jersey Sky Blue where she helped the team win the National Championship. She was then selected by the Philadelphia Independence as a first round draft pick in the expansion draft. Jen played in Philadelphia for two years where she won the 2011 “Iron Woman Award” for playing every minute of the season. In 2013, Jen was picked up by FC Kansas City. She currently is a midfielder on FC Kansas City for the 2014 season. Jen began coaching with Legends in January of 2014. She has coached various ages in the Chicagoland area between club soccer and ODP. Jen is very competitive and passionate about the game. She enjoys working with younger teams and values the importance of developing a strong technical foundation in youth players. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716914053072-L4ZCWPY3CP6JHQTOBI68/Jesse+Baker.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Jesse Baker https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716914070687-44NCTZTDKVEIM2PKJQH7/Juan+Arias.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Juan Arias Juan Manuel played his whole career as a goalkeeper, playing first for youth clubs in his hometown Paso de los Libres in Argentina, then moving to Buenos Aires to play for Club Atlético Temperley academy from 2011-2013. During his stay at the club he managed to be a part of the first team’s roster for a full semester. Following that, he moved to the USA in 2016 where he played and was conference champion on his freshman year at Feather River College (California). He then transferred on his junior year to University of the Southwest in New Mexico where his team set the best school conference record on 2018, later falling short during play off season. He played for MidAmerica Nazarene on his senior year, receiving the Newcomer of the Year award and graduated with a degree in Business Administration. After his graduation, he played for a semester for Green Bay Hoppers in Antigua's first division (CONCACAF member) where his team was in second place in the championship before the COVID-19 pandemic ended the season in March of 2020. Following that, he moved to Oklahoma City to coach goalkeepers for two years at Oklahoma Christian University, where his team reach the conference final for the first time in history since the school started participating in the NCAA DII and graduated with a MS/MBA in Project Management and Finance. Last year, he moved back to Kansas City joining the Legends Club and MidAmerica Nazarene University as a full time coach and goalkeeper coach respectively, achieving the status of NAIA Men’s Soccer National Champion with the latter mentioned institution during after his first semester in the program. His passion is understanding the profiles of the different players he coaches, helping them build confidence in their own strengths and maximizing opportunities to work on the parts of their game that need strengthening. He thrives on creating relationships and building trust with the club leaders, coaches, players and parents. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716914080106-RYX9QV8PXA8XT9MTL6DE/Kameron+Ozburn.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Kameron Ozburn Kam has played soccer at the Legends since he was 4 years old. He has traveled with SuperClubs for the last 8 years playing on teams all over Europe. He is currently playing at Avila University as a defender. Kam has been coaching with the Legends for 3 years. He has worked with all age groups but really enjoys the younger age groups. Working with the younger kids as they learn the skills is a ton of fun. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716914101858-1QFXZVZ1F1CFTEHMHK5W/Kem+Thomas.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Kem Thomas Kem Thomas grew up in the Caribbean playing soccer for the Antigua youth and senior national soccer teams. He came to the United States to play soccer for Bartlesville Wesleyan College, currently known as Oklahoma Wesleyan University, where he completed his Bachelor of Science in Accounting and later acquired his CPA license. He received numerous collegiate sport and academic honors which include: NAIA & NCCAA All-American Scholar Athlete, NCCAA All-American, Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Year, and NCCAA National Tournament Most Valuable Offensive Player. Kem played professionally for the Leyton Pennant Soccer Club in England, Tulsa Roughnecks in Oklahoma and the Kansas City Brass. He has a USSF National 'B' coaching license. He has led his teams to the KC Champions Cup Tournament Championships, Champions League Division I Championships, All-American Indoor Division I Championships, Heritage Invitational Tournament Division I Championships, and Kansas State Cup Tournament Semi-Finals. Kem was also a coach for the Kansas Olympic Development Program. He also served as the Technical Skills Director for KC Fusion. Kem founded Soccer KEMistry in 2007, and he lives with his wife and sons in Olathe, KS. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716914102238-7EFY384DOWPYQD2Q25CQ/Kenzie+Dunaway.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Kenzie Dunaway Kenzie started playing soccer when she was 3 at YMCA. She started playing competitive club soccer at age 6 for JB Marine and then transitioned to Springfield Soccer club for 5 years. After that she transitioned to Total Demize soccer club to finish out her club years. She was captain on her high school team where she played Varsity all 4 years. Kenzie is on year 11 of coaching. She began coaching in 2012 for Magic Soccer Club where her focus was foundational skills. She worked with ages 3-16 until 2018 when she moved to KC. Kenzie graduated from Missouri State where she got a BS in Exercise Science and later finished with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rockhurst University. She has been with KC Legends since 2018 where she has coached a variety of ages. She is currently an assistant coach at Rockhurst University. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915692580-712HHW10ABX3E636OTVE/Mark+Moreno.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Mark Moreno Mark has been playing soccer his entire life. Mark played for the Avellino soccer club for 2 years and finished his youth career with the 75 United team coached by Andy Barney. Mark lettered in soccer one year at J.C. Harmon High School and three years at Bishop Ward High School. He started all four years in the center midfield and was voted First Team Kansas city All Metro his senior year. In 1994, Mark had the opportunity to play at Avila University where he was coached again by Andy Barney and Andy's good friend Huw Williams. After only 1 year at Avila, Mark chose to end his college career and transfer to the University of Kansas where he graduated from the Engineering School with a Computer Science degree in 1998. Mark's success on and off the field is true representation of Andy's philosophy. Andy inspired Mark to be Brave, Creative and a leader for life. After college, Mark has been in the computer programming industry for the last 20 years. In addition, he has been a volunteer in organizations like Americorps, Boys and Girls Club, and Youthfriends. In 2000, Mark started his coaching career with the independent premiere club where he enjoyed a lot of success with the club. He enjoyed coaching kids to be great players but also be great leaders on and off the field. Hence, joining the KC Legends Soccer Club was inevitable. After 15 years, Andy Barney persuaded Mark to join the club and he is very excited and motivated to continue the tradition of Legends Soccer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915693717-MA0MQUO1IP09DRDZSE42/Mason+Ekstrand.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Mason Ekstrand https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1763064221041-B16XZ3A2ISEP1JCNI9BC/Kansas+City+Legends+logo.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Mariann Castillo Coach Mariann has played soccer since she was 3. She has played for KC Rush and KC Legends. She played JV/Varsity at Bishop Miege where she won regional,state etc. She received a scholarship from Avila University, and has now entered the coaching field as she coaches a variety of ages. “ Failure happens all the time. It happens every day at practice. What makes you better is how you react to it” Mia Hamm https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915718284-FXBUJNTK5Y6HZYJMK2QQ/Matt+Estelle.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Matt Estelle https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915720289-II9ZVQQX12NZOUA537QG/Matthew+Iverson.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Matthew Iverson Matt Iverson grew up in Prairie Village and attended Shawnee Mission East High School. He played for Johnson County Community College for two years, where he earned numerous awards. Iverson was named 1st Team All-Conference and 1st Team All-Region after both seasons, netting 27 goals and was the Cavalier's team captain as a sophomore. He then transferred to the defending NationalChampion Graceland University where he played his final two collegiate years. He had 14 goals and 7 assists during the 2007 and 2008 seasons. He stayed on as an assistant coach for Graceland during their 2009 season while he finished his Bachelor of the Arts degree with an emphasis in Fine Art/Oil Painting. During college, he played three years in the Premier Arena Soccer League for the Kansas City Kings and led his amateur men's indoor soccer team "Rad Racing" to 8 National Finals and 1 National Championship . After college Iverson played 2 seasons of professional soccer for the Missouri Comets of the Major Indoor Soccer League. Iverson has coached for the Kansas City Legends since 2010 and is currently the Director of Coaching Education. He has 4 girls teams: Red 02/03, Jr. Comets 02/03, Red 05/06, and Lil' Red 06/07, he also coaches for the 2001 Girls State Team for Kansas Youth Soccer's Olympic Development Program. In his free time he pretends to paint. Matt Iverson considers himself fortunate for the opportunity to pass on his love for soccer through coaching. Favorite Quotes: "If you do something you love, you'll never work a day in your life." - Pat Iverson (Dad) "Don't kick that ball in the house!" - Terry Iverson (Mom) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641394115436-UZ3XS5BQQMNFBHZDZ3YE/meena.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Meena Allada Meena played for the Legends' Soccer club for 10 years. She had a variety of coaches which included club owner and founder Andy Barney. Meena went to Shawnee Mission West where she played as well. Meena has coached for the Legends for six years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1762877359811-A6LX93A96QAOXODLXVFF/Kansas+City+Legends+logo.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Megan Schmidt Megan grew up in Shawnee, Kansas where she played for Metro Elite and KC Fusion soccer clubs, and played high school soccer at Mill Valley High School. She has coached soccer at Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in a variety of roles for the past 8 years, and currently serves as the head girls soccer coach. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915741293-G8YW3K3GI8KS4JC7NB33/Micah+White.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Micah White I'm Coach Micah, born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. As a native who's played in both Kansas and Missouri, I’ve been playing soccer since the age of 4 and have given 24 years to the game. I am lucky enough to have been able to play at the highest levels, outside of pro, and with some of the best teams, including the Legends. Winning several league titles, state cups, regionals, president cups, and competing in nationals. I was a top 25 player in my state, participated in and made the ODP team each year, played at Heartland, in the premier league, MRL, ECNL, and even been asked to play overseas. I've dabbled in 3v3, futsal, indoor leagues, and was crazy enough to play winter league outdoors! I played JV/Varsity and gained the title of Offensive MVP my freshman year and played & started Varsity the rest of my high school career. I was an all-conference sophomore and won conference my junior year. I landed several offers and college interest which helped me secure a D1 soccer scholarship. Needless to say, I have a ton of experience and knowledge on what it takes to be and create a dangerously skilled, high performing, and well versatile soccer player that stands and gets noticed! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641394950502-96MN4TQXY5R70VD43CZS/bazan.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Michael Bazan Michael is originally from Garden City, Kansas, and played recreational soccer throughout his youth. In high school, Michael played soccer and ran cross country. He attended K-state and played occasionally with their club team. Michael's family moved to KC in 2013 and started coaching with the KC Legends in 2015. Michael was one of the highest requested future and 4 v 4 coaches in our league. He is currently working toward a degree in Elementary Education. Michael is currently coaching Jr. Legends and premier teams and he enjoys working with younger players. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641394114095-VHRSK6LU7SJUY6MRNV2V/michael+hanna.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Michael Hanna https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641395475318-U0YKDM0I6D14S8SJ8E4I/mike+adams.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Mike Adams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1743697919116-WVJ8SEMPCQEGULWAKGLN/Kansas+City+Legends+logo.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Mike Brown Mike has an extensive background in soccer including playing and coaching at multiple levels. His love for the game and enthusiasm for developing players enhances his effectiveness as a coach. He is currently the head coach for the 08 Kansas State ODP Pool and teaches coach education courses for the state of Kansas. Mike was most recently the Director of Coaching for Global FC where he was responsible for the growth and development of eight teams ranging from U11-U19, 140 players, and his coaching staff. Mike’s playing background includes being a member of the 1987 National Qualifier Avila College soccer team; St. Louis perennial power Vianney High School; and ten years with the Voyager Soccer Club of St. Louis. His youth club experience includes a nine country European Tour in 1982 and several national and local tournaments. Mike began his coaching career in 1989 at Blue Springs High School, coaching both boys and girls. At the same time, he founded the Voyagers West Soccer Club which grew to nine teams ranging in age from U8 to U16. He later partnered with the Legends Soccer Club to coach U16 and U18 teams. Mike coached both the boys and girls teams at Park Hill High School from 1997-1999. After 1999, Mike focused on his son’s club team which he coached from U6 to U17. His high school and club teams earned several accolades including multiple tournament wins, a state championship, regional champions and a 3rd place finish at Nationals. Mike also had several players earn individual accolades including collegiate scholarships and playing professionally. From 1992-1997, Mike was the Head Coach at the University of Missouri-Kansas City men’s soccer team where he led the Roos to their most successful seasons to date. During Mike’s tenure, UMKC earned four berths in the Mid-Continent Conference post season tournament and Mike was awarded the Mid-Continent Coach of the year. Mike also served as the State Director of Coaching for Missouri in the mid-1990s where his duties were focused on coaching license clinics throughout the state and the Olympic Development Program. He earned a National “A” license from the United States Soccer Federation, has a lifetime National “B” license, and has an Advanced National Youth License. Mike recently retired as an Assistant Superintendent in the Platte County School District and currently works for the Kansas City Regional Professional Development Center as a District Continuous Improvement consultant where he supports schools in their continuous improvement plans. Mike was an Assistant Superintendent - Academic Services/Continuous Improvement for the Platte County School District from 2011-2023. Before Platte County, he served as an administrator in the Park Hill School District as a High School Assistant Principal for five years and later the Plaza Middle School Principal for seven years while earning Missouri Principal of the Year honors in 2008. He earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership in 2003 Mike and his wife, Megan live in Parkville and have four children and two grandchildren. He has personally ran 340 marathons to date and loves to help others achieve their life goals through personal coaching and motivational speaking. Mike is a true coach at heart. His mission is to motivate, inspire, and coach individuals, teams, and organizations in unlocking their leadership from within themselves and pay their learning forward. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915754086-OZDMR3SY3HBT8NI2WGLD/Michael+Villaverde.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Michael Villaverde Michael grew up in Lee’s Summit Missouri, and is a letter winner in football, wrestling, and track, where he lettered all 4 years as a high jumper at Lee’s Summit North. He started coaching soccer in college and instantly fell in love with it. Michael has been coaching soccer for the last 11 years and started coaching with the Legends 4 years ago, coaching HappyFeet and Legends academy sessions, then continued on to coaching club teams. Michael brings a great passion and enthusiasm to coaching the Legends Style of play, and is experienced with teaching the skills taught by the Legends. Michael’s favorite thing about coaching is seeing kids grow and develop a love for the game, which teaches them to be brave, creative, and excel at being leaders in life and on the pitch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915766506-2EH0T9QLYMH2JTUER02C/Nate+Bliss.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Nate Bliss Nate Bliss was born in Olathe, KS and began his playing years very early. After his elementary years, he joined local club Olathe Spirit Gold 86/87 where he found his passion for the game. Nate continued his career at Olathe Northwest High School, where he captained the team and made all-state and all-city selections as a center back. Nate joined the Cavaliers at Johnson County Community College in '05 where his contributions as center defensive midfielder helped them win their region while placing top 10 in the country, both years (NJCAA division). After the completion of his college years, Nate joined Lenexa-based soccer company, Challenger Sports to drive the growth and awareness of youth camps, programs, tours, tournaments, and uniforms across the country. During this time Nate was surrounded by coaches of all levels impacting the game and got to meet some influential individuals working in soccer including a previous USWNT coach and a Guinness World record-holding freestyler. Nate joined Legends Soccer Club mid 2023 after several conversations and coach-shadowing sessions with Kyle Hogge and Matthew Iverson. “I'm excited at this opportunity to give back to the sport that has given me so much. From timeless friendships to competitive memories on the field. The Legends training facilities are built to engineer fearless, creative and fast-thinking players. As a defensive player growing up, these were the most dangerous players I encountered. Now, I get to help build them and it’s so enjoyable to watch their progressions week over week.” — Nate Bliss When Nate isn’t working with his teams he can be found spending time with his family and friends, enjoying KC BBQ, the outdoors, or competing within the numerous leagues Kansas City has to offer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915786936-YZ7LO93EV9BLPE3060FM/Pat+Ozburn.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Pat Ozburn Pat has been a coach with the Kansas City Legends for the past 25 years. Pat really enjoys working with the early age groups encouraging them to learn and try skills. His fun loving personality and tremendous empathy for children make him the perfect coach for very young players. In his role as Director for the SuperClubs National Teams, Pat coordinates trips for American soccer players ages U11 to U18 to play exhibition matches against the giants of the English Premier League each summer. Past opponents have included youth professional teams from Manchester United, Real Madrid, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspurs, Everton, Leeds, Blackburn Rovers, Wigan and many other fine clubs. Pat has been married to Sheila Ozburn for over 30 years and both have enjoyed watching Jackson and Kameron both play for Avila University, play and coach soccer for the Kansas City Legends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915794738-8RA5J3FXPJ1JPJSM4768/Paul+Link.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Paul Link https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915815194-DTY0NZKSF79W1OP29NG0/Poli+Hanna.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Poli Hanna https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716917842729-9O13MBEYZF67HUV3V7D6/Reda+Gourche.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Reda Gourche https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1715616149872-1CKXG2FAK6J3RL8EQBPP/Kansas%2520city%2520.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Sarah Gower While attending college in North Central Pennsylvania Sarah began working with players as an assistant coach for the local high school's freshman team. Shortly after she continued to develop players and moved into a new role as an assistant coach with a defensive focus for the boy's junior varsity/varsity soccer. After returning to her hometown of Williamsport, PA she continued to develop players through the American Youth Soccer Organization where she worked with kids ranging from 6 to 16. She moved to Kansas City in 2021 and shortly after brought her oldest to play atKC Legends. She became interested in the Legends curriculum and philosophy and began coaching pre-competative players in early 2024. She now has two daughters at Legends. One who plays on 2013 Academy White and the other who has been with her in pre-competative and will be moving into competitive this fall season. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915822592-U3J5MLG12CQCWUPLB0QG/Saul+Alcantar.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Saul Alcantar https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/f512af22-59e3-4be3-812f-a0ebb82ace91/LOGO+Kansas+City+Legends+1989+%283%29.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Scott Galas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1641394218204-BB1TJZRJCMP3YR00O2Y6/sam+thomas.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Sam Thomas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915842785-98BPLO42MRP4PM76JB0W/Stephen+Hoffman.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Stephen Hoffman https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4a87984b1e7c77342e7371/1716915848145-VLDRZDTPB1I4X6GKAVUK/Uriel+Garcia.jpg Meet Our Coaches - Uriel Garcia Born in Mexico and raised in the United States since the age of four, Uriel has been passionate about soccer for most of his life. During his youth, he played for Shawnee Mission West High School and KC Legends. After graduating from Kansas State University, Uriel began working at The University of Kansas Medical Center. 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