Meet The Coaches

Zach was raised in Houston, Texas where he grew up playing soccer through college level. He has a background in child development and a passion for teaching. When he is not on the field you can find Zach at a concert, exploring nature or at a Houston Rockets game. Zach is excited to be apart of the expansion and growth of Soccer Shots in the Central Texas area.

Polina moved from Utah to College Station, where she will be attending Texas A&M University. She plans on majoring in Corporate Law. Polina has played soccer since the age of three and has had a passion for the sport ever since playing competitively. Polina is very excited to share her passion for soccer with so many amazing kids. When she is not playing soccer, she enjoys debate, hiking and volunteering of any kind.

Emre has been playing soccer since the age of five. Although scoring goals or stopping shots may be the best thing about the game, as he has grown through the sport, he learned that this is only the beginning. Emre is grateful to play a small part in every Soccer Shots player’s journey, in which he strives to share the same positive experience this sport has had on him.

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Abdias was raised in Waco, Texas in a culture of sports, one of which is playing soccer. He has always had a passion for health and fitness, and being in sports like boxing, track and soccer has influenced him into studying Physical Therapy. Abdias also has a background in working with kids as a teacher’s aide for a local school district and as a volunteer boxing coach for a local gym. Abdias is excited to continue helping kids in Central Texas in their fitness life through Soccer Shots!

Simon is originally from Richmond, TX but is currently studying at Baylor University in Waco, TX. In his free time, Simon enjoys playing sports such as soccer, basketball, cycling and tennis. Simon is super excited to share his passion for sports with children.

Elora has been playing soccer since age four. She moved from Navasota, TX to Dallas, TX to play college soccer. After winning a National Championship she is transferring to Central Texas college in Killen to further her education in Agriculture. She has coached in different leagues around Texas. When she is not playing or coaching soccer she loves to work on the farm and explore new things. Elora is super excited to continue to help kids learn about soccer and be a great coach so their love for the sport continues!