Meet The Coaches

Aaron is originally from Dublin, Ireland and came to the United States when he was 15 in 2009 to attend high school at Ridgecroft School. From there he went on to earn a Bachelors Degree in Science from Tennessee Wesleyan University in Athens, Tennessee. While at TWU he helped the Bulldogs win a Regular Season Championship, a Conference Tournament Championship, and also helped TWU reach the National Tournament for only the 2nd time in the school’s history. After his time at TWU, Aaron always felt like Tennessee was ‘HOME’ and is excited to bring his passion for children and soccer back to Tennessee and make an impact serving the community

Sarah is originally from Merry Hill, North Carolina where she attended Lawrence Academy. After graduating from Lawrence she attended Wake Tech Community College and Majored in Cosmetology and General Education. While in college Sarah spent a great deal of time visiting Tennessee and fell in love with the scenic views and culture. After College Sarah worked as a Stylist and Assistant Manager at E.A Wells Hair Design in Raleigh, NC. In May 2017 Sarah and her husband Aaron decided to buy a Soccer Shots and move back to the Volunteer State to serve the community She is eager to make an impact on the community and work with the children of Memphis!

Danielle is a Navy wife and Mom to a 5 year old daughter. She moved to Millington, TN in July of 2018, but is originally from Jacksonville, FL. She graduated from the University of North Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management in 2012. She started coaching youth soccer when she was 16 years old in Ingleside, TX. She had a great experience as a volunteer coach while living in Japan with her Navy family, and most recently was the Youth Sports Coordinator at a Navy base in Georgia. She loves Mickey Mouse and Disney World. Hide and seek is her favorite game to play with her daughter, and she is so excited to be working for Soccer Shots!

Hi everyone! My name is Amy Harrison and I am the Program Coordinator for Soccer Shots! I graduated from The University of Memphis with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Minor in American Sign Language. I love getting to work with all of our schools and friends and can’t wait to see everyone on Soccer Island soon!

Coach Geo was born in California and moved to the Memphis area when he was 10. He has been playing soccer since he was 3 years old and has loved it ever since. Coach Geo is a former college soccer player and is now focusing in getting a degree in Computer Science. He is a huge soccer fanatic and hopes to share his passion for soccer to those he coaches. Coach Geo loves soccer, soccer, soccer, and food.

Hi families! My name is Emily and I’m a University of Memphis student studying School Psychology. I grew up in Memphis, and I love soccer, reading, church, and eating Oreos. I can’t wait to meet your little one!

Hey! My name is Darry Dowdy. I was born and raised in Memphis ,TN and have lived here all my life. I have two wonderful kids and married to my wife, Shanice. Soccer is one of my all time favorite sports and can’t wait to teach all my new friends about the game of soccer on Soccer Island!

Hi Soccer Shots Families! Are you ready to play fun games and learn new skills? I am so excited to meet everyone on Soccer Island. I look forward to watching our soccer friends master their new skill soccer skills like the Pull Back move and Step Over!

Coach Jared was born in Mexico and moved to Memphis when he was 3 years old. He’s loved soccer his entire life and is the biggest Lionel Messi fan in the world! He even plays goal keeper for his Mike Rose team. He is pursing a degree in marketing Management at the University of Memphis. O, and he loves Panda Express more than anything else!

Coach Lamar was homeschooled here in Memphis, TN. He has been playing sports for over 10 years, his favorite being Soccer and Basketball. His favorite team is the Memphis Tigers. He is a huge fan of soccer and being active and hopes to share his passion with the friends he meets on Soccer Island. His favorite color is purple, favorite character word is patience, and his favorite skill is the scissors move!

Coach Claire is form Utah and moved to Memphis last fall. She’s been playing soccer since she was 5 years old & loved to be outside and play with her friends and family. Claire graduated with a degree in Global Communication & Portuguese from Utah State University. Claire loves to bike, roller skate, drink chocolate milk, & meet soccer friends that she coaches!

Coach Payton was born in Memphis and is going to school to become a Middle School Art Teacher. She has a passion for teaching children while making sure they have fun along the way! She is excited to coach all her new Soccer friends and provide them and their families a wonderful experience! Payton loves hiking, art, and her two dogs!

Coach Nick was born and raised in Memphis, TN. He worked with students for about 10 years and fell in love with Soccer a few years ago. He is currently in school pursing a Masters in Biblical Counseling and a part of a bilingual church plant. His favorite food is tacos and he is looking forward to coaching and meeting everyone on Soccer Island!

Hey friends! My name is Jasen but you can call me Coach Jay! I’m from Texas but I was raised in Memphis. I love any type of sports from Soccer, Football, Basketball, Mixed Martial Arts, and even Tennis! I found my love in Soccer from Christiano Ronaldo!! Can’t wait to meet everyone on Soccer Island!