Meet The Coaches

Coach Krisi grew up in Mechanicsburg and now resides in Harrisburg with her family. She enjoys crafting, gardening and going to amusement parks. When she was young she wanted to be a brain surgeon! Since then she has studied psychology, criminal justice and elementary education. Coach Krisi’s favorite food is pizza, yum! She loves the Steelers and going to the Outer Banks. Coach Krisi is excited to work at Soccer Shots to give kids confidence and watch them grow!

Coach Julie is originally from Erie, PA but currently resides in Enola. As a child she played soccer, basketball, cross-country, and golf. Coach Julie’s hobbies include: spending time with family and friends, cycling, running, kayaking, watching movies and lifting weights. Fun fact: Coach Julie has a 95-pound Bernedoodle, Camden. Coach Julie loves cheeseburgers and thinks they are the perfect side to any dish. She is excited to work at Soccer Shots to make an impact and teach kids the fun of playing soccer, and that the most important aspect of it is to have fun and try your best!

Coach Gwen grew up in the Mechanicsburg area where she loved to play soccer and run on her school’s track team. She works full time for the management team at Hershey Park. When she’s not working,Coach Gwen enjoys watching movies and playing with her very energetic Dalmatian named Sunny. Growing up, Coach Gwen aspired to be an actress and is a talented singer, dancer, and ice skater. She is very excited to get to work for Soccer Shots because she has the opportunity to share her love of soccer with others!

Coach Izzy was born and raised in San Diego, California. She loves exploring new places which is part of what brought her to Harrisburg. She loves spending time outside and being active with soccer, swimming, or running. A fun fact about Coach Izzy is that she ran a half-marathon in Yucatan along the Gulf of Mexico. Coach Izzy loves tacos and says that, “Anything has the potential to be a taco”! She is good at origami and likes learning how to code. When Coach Izzy was a kid she loved to go to the ocean. If she could have any superpower it would be teleportation. Her favorite soccer skill is the pull-back! Coach Izzy is passionate about everything she does. Helping children grow their confidence on and off the field is something she strives for. Coach Izzy has learned so much from working with kids and hopes to continue having a positive impact on the lives of the Soccer Shots families.

Coach Dallas is from York where she works as a behavioral therapist. She is currently in school to gain her bachelor’s in psychology and pursue a masters in ABA to continue to support individuals with Autism and IDD. The Dallas Cowboys are her favorite sports team because that’s who she was named after. Coach Dallas loves to be outside playing with her dog, working in the yard and riding horses! She is a master at hula hooping and when she was younger she wanted to be a cowgirl. Coach Dallas is excited to work with Soccer Shots so she can share her enthusiasm, bring smiles to kids faces and see them learn and grow.

Coach Dalton can be found teaching PE at a private school in Maryland during the day and exploring Soccer Island at night with all of his soccer friends. He has coached soccer to various ages and strives to inspire and encourage children to enjoy sports and he knows it will help them learn and grow through life!

Coach Lauren is currently studying Occupational Therapy at Messiah University. She started playing soccer at the age of 4 and loves watching the USA’s women’s World Cup team! When she’s not on the soccer field, Coach Lauren enjoys reading, playing pickleball, and hanging out with her friends. Every year for her birthday, her family celebrates by eating delicious ribs! Not only is Coach Lauren a soccer player, but she has shown lamb and goats at her state fair. Coach Lauren is excited to join the Soccer Shots team to have a positive impact on children, just like her coaches had on her.

Coach Cass graduated from Messiah University with her degree in Applied Health Science. She is originally from Quarryville, PA, and has lived there her entire life. She grew up swimming competitively in the summer and playing soccer for the rest of the year. She played on the club team at Messiah for 4 years as their goalkeeper! A fun fact about her is that went on a service trip to Uganda this past summer and got to play soccer with lots of kids in local villages. She loves to coach at Soccer Shots because she loves the game of soccer and working with children. They can always turn her bad days into good ones!

Coach Hunter attends the University of Pittsburgh and is majoring in statistics. She has played soccer for most of her life, and wants to make a positive impact on young children. A talent that Coach Hunter has that many people don’t know about is that she can play the guitar. Her favorite food is pasta because it comes in many different forms, and her favorite movie as a child was The Little Mermaid. She has experience tutoring younger children as well, and has always enjoyed working closely with kids! Coach Hunter is look forward to meeting new soccer friends on soccer island!

Coach Emma is from Mechanicsburg, PA and has had a love for soccer her entire life. She started her soccer journey right here at Soccer Shots! In her free time, she loves to hang out with friends and watch TV. She also loves to babysit children and animals. Coach Emma goes to George Washington University where she is majoring in Psychology. When Coach Emma was 6 years old she wanted to be a veterinarian when she grew up. Her favorite food is ice cream because, she says, “who doesn’t like ice cream?” She is so excited to be coaching at Soccer Shots to be able to make an impact where she started!

Coach Ashley is from Mechanicsburg where she played basketball and soccer at Cedar Cliff. She recently graduated from Virginia Tech and will be attending Seton Hill University’s Physician Assistant Program in January 2024. In addition to Soccer Shots, she currently works at Harrisburg Hospital as a Patient Care Technician. Coach Ashley loves being outside and staying active, as well as going on the occasional run! She participated in Soccer Shots when she was younger, and cannot wait to introduce the sport that has been extremely impactful on her life to children.

Coach Morgan grew up in Old Town, Maine and is currently living in York, PA. She was first introduced to soccer when she was five with a local club and continued playing all the way up through high school. Back in Maine, Coach Morgan worked with children as a substitute teacher. After having that opportunity, she knew that working with kids was truly her passion, and she is excited to continue her journey with Soccer Shots.

Coach Matt is originally from Oxford, Pa and grew up playing soccer, baseball, wrestling, and running track. He graduated from Immaculata University with his bachelors in exercise science and now attends Messiah University where he is going to get his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. In his free time Coach Matt enjoys hiking and hanging out with friends. Coach Matt is very excited to start his first season with soccer shots and get to meet all of his new soccer friends!

Coach Elena is originally from Hershey, PA and has played soccer since she was in kindergarten and continued to play all throughout high school. She has also participated in basketball throughout middle school and high school. For Coach Elena, playing sports throughout her whole life has helped her grow so much as a person. She is currently a student at Cedarville University where she is studying to be a nurse.  As a coach, she is very excited to be able to help your kids grow as well by having fun, making friends, and learning the sport of soccer!

Coach Chloe recently moved back to PA but is originally from Illinois! She played soccer when she was younger for many years. As a kid she loved horses, equestrian sports and the movie Spirit. Coach Chloe loves doing anything outdoors including hiking and running. If she could have super power it would be shapeshifting. Coach Chloe is excited to work at Soccer Shots to encourage children to pursue practicing a sport they love and to have fun playing outside with them!

Coach Izabel is from Lancaster, PA but currently resides in Etters, PA. She developed a love for soccer at a young age while playing in her princess dress under her uniform. She started playing soccer when she was five and played club throughout middle school, high school, and Division III for Penn State Harrisburg. She also played basketball through middle school and high school. Coach Izabel enjoys photography, painting, and being outdoors. She has a rescue cat named Luna. She is excited to work with Soccer Shots because it has always been her dream to coach kids and help them fall in love with the sport. She loves their energy level and the enthusiasm they bring.

Coach Vic is originally from Scranton, PA but now lives in Camp Hill and works as a Certified Athletic Trainer at Central Dauphin East High School. Growing up, Coach Vic played soccer, danced, and swam. When she’s not working or coaching Soccer Shots, she loves to go kayaking, camping, and volunteer at Girl Scout Camp. Coach Vic is so excited to be joining the Soccer Shots team! She is looking forward to working with kiddos to increase their skills in a sport she truly loves!

Coach Ari is originally from Johnson City, TN and moved to Mechanicsburg to get her graduate degree in OT at Messiah. She played soccer, basketball, and softball growing up. She enjoys watching the US Women’s National soccer team in the World Cup and Olympics. She is really good at Wii Bowling and enjoys riding her bike and reading a book outside in her hammock. Coach Ari is excited to coach with Soccer Shots to help kids grow a love for sports and being active!

Coach Devin was born and raised in Chambersburg, PA, but currently lives in the greater Harrisburg area. She grew up playing soccer, and even played at the collegiate level for both Shippensburg University and Westminster College. She currently works as a special education teacher for kids with Autism at New Story Schools. When she’s not at work, Coach Devin enjoys reading a good book, watching TV, or spending time with her family. Coach Devin is excited to join Soccer Shots to help kids fall in love with the same game she did!

Coach Savannah has lived in York, PA her whole life. She started playing soccer when she was 4 years old and played all through school and college. She continues her love for the game by playing in an adult league. In middle and high school Coach Savannah also played field hockey. When not working, Coach Savannah enjoys spending time with her three sons and her husband. A fun fact is that Coach Savannah and her mom have a small business where they make custom items. Coach Savannah is excited to work for Soccer Shots, because she loves being around children and loves soccer, so Soccer Shots is the best of both worlds.

Coach Blake is originally from Hummelstown PA and has been playing soccer since he was 4 years old! He loves hamburgers, is a master Connect 4 player, and enjoys golfing and spending time with family. Coach Blake recently graduated from Juniata College where he studied biology and also played soccer. He’s currently taking classes to obtain his Master’s Degree in Bioinformatics because he’s fascinated with biology and working with computers. Coach Blake loves being a Soccer Shots coach because he’s passionate about sparking children’s interest in soccer at a young age.

Coach Abby was born in Oklahoma but spent most of her childhood in Lancaster County. Growing up, she played soccer for 13 years and basketball for 4. Coach Abby enjoys skateboarding, working out, hiking, swimming in the ocean, and hanging out with friends. A fun fact about Coach Abby is that she lived in the northeast of England for a year and recently moved back to the U.S! She is excited to work with Soccer Shots to teach children confidence, have fun playing soccer, be surrounded by her favorite color orange, and see the next generation grow!

Coach Savannah is the oldest of five children and was homeschool her entire life. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at age 17! Coach Savannah has also traveled to Brazil, Malawi, and Mexico to work in orphanages on mission trips and did a week-long training on keeping young children engaged. She loved soccer growing up because it was the only sport that didn’t involve using your hands. Coach Savannah is excited to be on Soccer Island to positively impact and inspire her Soccer Friends!

Coach Rachel was born in Bethlehem, PA but has lived most of her life in Lancaster. She played soccer and basketball all throughout middle school and high school! Coach Rachel will be attending Harrisburg Area Community College where she will be majoring in Business. Coach Rachel is a huge Taylor Swift fan!

Coach Maddy is a West Chester native but is currently living in Mechanicsburg as she pursues her degree at Messiah University. She’s been involved in a variety of sports growing up, including basketball, volleyball, and horseback riding. When she’s not at work, you can find Maddy doing anything music related. Whether it’s listening to her favorite artists, playing the piano, or singing in her gospel choir, music breathes life back into Coach Maddy. She’s looking forward to coaching at Soccer Shots not only to be a compassionate coach in the world of competitive sports, but also to have the opportunity to learn from her Soccer Friends that she is coaching.

Coach Angela was born in Russia and grew up in Pennsylvania from a young age. She is currently an Occupational Therapy student at Elizabethtown College and minoring in Psychology and Human Services. Outside of coaching, Coach Angela is a Resident Assistant (RA) on campus and a Student Leader of Lighthouse, a Christian group on campus. She has worked as a lifeguard, camp counselor, and swim instructor for several years. Outside of school and work, she enjoys spending time with family/friends, being outdoors, playing soccer and other sports, babysitting, traveling, swimming, and spending time at the beach. She is so excited to join the Soccer Shots team to create a fun, enjoyable, and safe environment for children to learn about a great sport while creating some great connections and friendships!

Coach Maddy was born and raised in York, PA. She grew up playing soccer and has never stopped! She goes to York College and is working on getting her Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Lab Sciences. In her free time she likes to crochet new clothes and work on her studies. She’s excited to work at Soccer Shots to share her love of soccer with everyone and bring a bright smile to her Soccer Friends’ faces!

Coach Wesley is a lifelong resident of Mechanicsburg, PA and has always had a passion for soccer and gymnastics. Starting in the 3rd grade, he began playing soccer and practicing gymnastics, and now spends his evenings helping kids learn gymnastics. His interests also extend to technology, including programming, UI/UX design, and gaming. Coach Wesley is always eager to learn more about the latest advancements in these fields. He is thrilled to work at Soccer Shots, where he believes that providing children with an outlet to be physically active and learn a sport is a great way to foster their physical and social development.

Coach Makenna is originally from Lancaster but now lives in Enola. She grew up playing soccer and still does. It is her favorite sport to play and she loves it. Coach Makenna also played baseball for a small period of time. She works at a local bakery during the holidays. Coach Makenna loves to listen to music, spend time with her three dogs, and go on hikes outdoors. She is an avid stand-up paddleboarder. She will attend Point Park University to major in sports communication for her future. Coach Makenna is very excited to work at Soccer Shots to teach the younger generation to love soccer as much as she does.

Coach Shane is from York, PA, where he played 4 years of varsity soccer. He is currently a behavioral Health Technician in the Army National Guard. Shane is attending Penn State York this 2023 Fall semester where he will be majoring in Psychology. Coach Shane LOVES to spend his free-time in the gym and at home recovering from the following workout. He is extremely excited to be a coach for Soccer Shots because he has always loved spending time with children. It is one of the most rewarding jobs out there. To not only be working with children, but to teach them the responsibilities and skills of soccer is just a dream come true.

Coach Alexa is a student at Messiah University, where she is studying to become an occupational therapist (with a minor in Spanish)! She is originally from Shippensburg, PA, and has lived there for her entire life. She grew up playing soccer, basketball, track and field, and field hockey. She is currently captain of the Messiah Club Field Hockey Team! One of her favorite things to do is to volunteer with organizations like AROMA Sports Ministry and Night to Shine. She is traveling to Zambia this summer for a mission trip through AROMA Sports Ministry and is looking forward to playing sports like soccer with the children there! Coach Alexa is excited to connect with kids through sports on Soccer Island and watch the smiles on their faces as they have fun and grow!

Coach Bella is from York, PA. She played soccer, basketball, and volleyball growing up. Her hobbies include hanging out with friends and family, going on hikes, and eating out. She will be attending Shippensburg University in the fall to play on the women’s basketball team and major in education. She is excited to work at soccer shots because she loves the combination of coaching and working with kids! Fun fact: She played soccer for 8 years!