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[email protected]Soccer Shots offers three core programs to meet the developmental needs of children ages 2 to 8. It’s way more than just learning the game of soccer. We aim to build character, skills and confidence while also having a whole lot of FUN. We’re committed to providing safe, positive experiences through the game of soccer. It’s the reason parents trust Soccer Shots. Each of our three core programs teaches the right skills at the right age. Explore our programs to find the perfect fit.
EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMSGIVE YOUR CHILD A BIRTHDAY TO REMEMBER! The fun and excitement of Soccer Shots is also available for your child’s birthday party! Let us bring the fun and excitement of our program to help your child celebrate their special day!
Learn MoreSoccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program taught by fully-trained coaches. Join us on Soccer Island for soccer skills, character building curriculum designed specifically for kids and a whole lot of FUN!
FIND A LOCATION!Soccer Shots is the most trusted and engaging children’s soccer program for ages 2 to 8. Join the best coaches in the business, on Soccer Island for age-appropriate soccer skills, character-building, and FUN!
We’re committed to providing safe, positive experiences through the game of soccer. It’s the reason parents trust Soccer Shots. Each of our three core programs teaches the right skills at the right age. Explore our programs to find the perfect fit. Each Soccer Shots franchise is individually owned and operated.
Dan, a native of Minnesota, has been around soccer all his life. He grew up playing premier level soccer through high school and was a starter for NCAA DIII Hamline University. Dan holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration. He has been coaching youth soccer for several years and has been involved with youth groups focusing on the development of our up and coming generations. Dan operates the business with his wife, Anna, who also grew up in Minnesota playing soccer. She holds a bachelor’s in English, and a master’s in business, with additional graduate coursework in early childhood education. Together Dan and Anna endeavor to deliver an outstanding program that leaves a lasting positive impression on every child it serves. Soccer Shots has touched the lives of thousands of children across the Twin Cities and western Wisconsin, providing them with lifelong skills on and off the field. Dan and Anna reside in western Wisconsin with their children.
Coach Cassie grew up in Oakdale, MN and currently resides in Woodbury, MN with her family (husband, two daughters & dog). She started playing soccer at the young age and continued to play all the way through college. She played collegiate soccer at Minnesota State University, Mankato and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science. She then moved out to Michigan and earned her Master's in Sports Administration and was the Assistant Women's Soccer Coach for the Central Michigan University Women's Soccer Team, for four seasons. Minnesota was always home for her, so she decided to move back here which led her to Soccer Shots! Cassie has a real passion for working with youth and loves being able to positively impact their growth and development and of course, having the opportunity to share her passion for soccer!
Coach Sean was born and raised in East Sussex, United Kingdom. He started playing soccer (football) from a very young age and it rapidly became his life's passion He played for club teams and attended a couple of academies throughout his academic years. Sean's real journey and passion for coaching came when he captained a club for 5 years then moved into the player/ coaching role. He moved to the United States in 2014 and got hooked on coaching youth soccer full time! Sean is a licensed coach, a 7 year member of the Soccer Shots Leadership team, former Director of Coaching, and current Director of Development here at Soccer Shots Twin Cities.
Sports have always been a significant part of Coach Anna's life as she grew up playing soccer, tennis, volleyball, basketball and running cross country. She played basketball at Messiah University before transferring to Bethel her junior year where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in K-12 Physical Education. Since graduating Anna has continued pursuing her passion of teaching and coaching youth. She loves to spend time with her family, travel, exercise, and be outside as much possible
Coach Heder has played soccer since he was 8 years old. He has been playing soccer in his dad’s soccer team where they have won countless league championships. Coach Heder has also played High School Varsity for the Richfield Spartans. He is eager to keep learning and moving up in coaching to eventually reach college or professional coaching. In his free time you can find him, camping, fishing, hiking, paddle boarding, playing soccer, or at a lot of restaurants checking out their special dish.
Coach Jenna was born and raised in Minnesota. She started playing soccer at 13 and has loved it ever since. She has experience working with youth in Minnesota, Japan, and the United Kingdom. During her time at the University of Wisconsin - River Falls, she designed a research project on football being used to battle social exclusion in the UK. She worked with organizations for that project that used football to reduce homelessness and youth crime. Soccer and development quickly became a passion which lead her to Soccer Shots. She hopes to use soccer to inspire future generations.
Coach Valentina grew up in the capital city of Colombia. She has loved sports since she was 2 years old, and played soccer in high school. She graduated with a degree in Business Administration in 2022. Currently she is working in Minnesota through and international program. She is very motivated and loves working with kids.
Coach Maddie grew up in Highland Park, IL playing soccer and team sports for 12 years. She studied Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota and currently lives near downtown Minneapolis. Maddie has previously enjoyed working with infants through kindergarten in early childcare centers for 6 years. Coach Maddie’s favorite things outside of coaching are dancing, watching movies, reading books, and doing puzzles!
Coach Marie grew up in Stillwater, MN and now livesthere with her husband, three children, and two dogs. Soccer has always been an important part of her life from the time she was a toddler, through high school, college, and up at the W-League level. Her favorite memories are playing with her dog in the backyard and staying at the field so long with her dad, they had to turn the headlights on to have a few extra minutes! She studied Sociology, Coaching, and Supervisory Management which led her to working at a non-profit before switching to a schoolsetting where she coached at the varsity level, ran youth summer camps, and wasthe Director of an international dormitory. She has a passion for youth, coaching, and mentoring which is what led her back to the area and working as part of the Soccer Shots team! Coach Marie loves spending time with her family camping, hiking, fishing, playing games, cooking, and going on day adventures!
Coach Caroline grew up in Minneapolis and played soccer from the time she could walk until she was 18 years old. Caroline has lived and played soccer all over, in places such as China, Thailand, and Singapore! Caroline worked as an executive chef in Southern California but has changed paths and works with kids and plants! She spends her time skiing or swimming with her dog depending on the season, playing her bass, going bowling, and tending to her indoor and outdoor gardens.
Coach Josh grew up in the Twin Cities area and enjoyed sports, primarily basketball and distance running. He began coaching basketball through the Minneapolis parks in 2008, and then coached basketball, ultimate frisbee, and cross country at the International School of Minnesota for 11 years while working as an aide and administrator. He has played rec league soccer for the past six years, and plays pickup basketball whenever possible! Josh has a B.A. in geography from the University of Minnesota and is interested in gardening, food systems, and sustainable agriculture
Coach Bridget graduated from UW- River Falls in 2020 with a BA in Elementary Education and minor in Early Childhood Education. She taught preschool and has coached at Soccer Shots TC since 2017. She loves spending time with her family, pets, and enjoys cooking and baking. Her favorite program to coach is the Mini and her favorite color is blue.
Coach Megan grew up in Bloomington and played soccer since age 8. She played varsity soccer for Bloomington Kennedy and was named to the all conference and all state team as a senior. She also played for an U19 women’s traveling team while in Minnesota. She lived in Texas for 20 years where she raised 2 children who graduated from college and now have fulfilling careers. In Texas, Megan taught preschool, was a summer day camp instructor, volunteered as a youth soccer coach and was an assistant coach for an U14 club team. She also took a coaches training course and holds a D coaching license. She has played soccer through her adulthood. In her free time, she likes to watch youth soccer, lacrosse, and football as well as all college and professional sports. She is happy to be back “home” to be with her friends and family.
Coach Amanda grew up in McCall, Idaho before going to college in Madison, Wisconsin for kinesiology and then massage therapy school in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She grew up playing soccer from the early age of 5 and also transitioned into other sports throughout her early childhood. Cross country running and cross country skiing were among her favorites! Coach Amanda also coaches Girls on the run along with volunteer coaching her children. Her family leads a very active lifestyle.
Coach Hannah was born and raised in Minnesota and played soccer from a child all through high school. She graduated from UW-River Falls with a Sport and Exercise Science degree. Hannah loves being active and being around children! She is a full time preschool teacher as well and a Soccer Shots coach. Hannah is really looking forward to getting back to the game she loves so much and growing with all of the children as they learn soccer!
Coach Kari grew up in Savage MN and played soccer from ages 3 - 22. She played at Gustavus Adolphus College and graduated with a bio chemistry and molecular biology degree. Kari is currently working in a research lab at the University of Minnesota. Along with working in the lab, she has worked with children for 3 years. She is very excited to share her excitement for soccer and introduce kids to the sport in a fun and positive way!
Coach Sydney was born in Stillwater, Minnesota and has been playing soccer since she was 14. She was the keeper for her team and enjoys the community and support that came with soccer. She studied psychology at Century College with a special interest in childhood development. She loves working with kids, and having five younger siblings showed just how much unlimited energy they have to play! She likes to knit, cross stitch, and take walks in nature to relax. She is super excited to help kid learn how to navigate friendships and themselves through the fun game of soccer!
When Coach Meghanlee was 3 years old she experienced frustration for the very first time because she missed out on preschool soccer. Her parents made sure to sign her up for the next season of soccer. Ever since then she has been on the field protecting her goalie. After high school she did some coaching for a variety of clubs all different ages. Last year she had to take a short break for she had her 3rd child, but now she is back and excited to coach the same age group she was when she first fell in love with the game.
Coach Patrick has been playing soccer since he was a little kid, running around picking dandelions and maybe kicking the ball every now and again. He kept playing soccer all the way up through high school and has continued to follow the professional game, particularly the local teams like the Loons, the Crows and the Aurora. Patrick is a recent graduate of The University of Minnesota Twin Cities, graduating with a theatre major and a biology minor (crazy combination I know). He is excited to continue his soccer journey as a coach and to combine his love of the sport with his passion for acting and just being silly!
Coach Hayden grew up in St. Michael Minnesota where he played soccer for 10 years. Hayden's nickname throughout the season was Coach Hayden!! Hayden used to coach recreational soccer for his local area. He is excited to teach the fundamentals of soccer and build meaningful relationships with the kids he coaches!
Coach Krystal grew up in Farmington, MN. She loved playing just about any sport, but ended up focusing solely on hockey in high school and college. Krystal says there is a reason hockey players warm up by playing soccer, it’s actually more fun. All jokes aside, taking any sport too serious can lead to burn out, which is why she’s thrilled to be getting back to the game of soccer. Soccer is one of the best sports in the world, especially in that it is so inclusive. It can be played anywhere at anytime by anyone or skill level. While obtaining her health and physical education (k-12) teaching degree she also coached hockey for former teams and training programs. She has worked with kids for over ten years and is currently working towards her masters in clinical mental health. She is excited to be given the opportunity to allow every child she works with to be seen, heard, and loved.
Coach Jeff grew up in Fergus Falls, MN, but has lived in the Twin Cities for the past 5 years. He's played soccer since the age of 4, competitively up until college. Aside from soccer, he also refs and plays hockey, does theater professionally, and enjoys hanging out with his dog Aspen.
Coach Islendy grew up in Richfield, MN and enjoyed sports, especially soccer and volleyball. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Sports Management degree. She has worked with children from 2 months-5 years and is excited to introduce soccer to youth and impact them I a positive way.
Coach Timothy grew up in Plymouth, MN and played soccer for over 12 years. There isn’t a sport that Timothy has not spent time playing. He spent his time in college playing football at Bethel University and will graduate with a degree in Psychology with certificates as well. Timothy has a wife and two boys, ages 13 and 10. Timothy has coached in many sports and continues to coach with kids in other programs. He can’t wait to introduce an educate the kids he works with in a positive and exciting way!
Coach Josie grew up in Andover Minnesota and played soccer for fifteen years. She has been teaching preschool for the last 4 years, and is working on getting her bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and a minor in special education. She is so excited teach kids all about soccer and have lots of fun.
Kat grew up in Chicago, but just moved to Minnesota from California. She is a 6th grade teacher who enjoys surfing, snowboarding, and cooking in her free time. Kat is excited to work with kiddos and institute the power of play and equitable teaching.
Coach Natalie lives in West St. Paul with her two young daughters and husband. She loves getting outside to play soccer with her girls, doing photography, and reading books! She taught Kindergarten for 4 years before coming to coach the next generation of soccer super stars and is so excited to teach them about the sports she loves.
Coach Nathaniel has played soccer his entire life. Saying he has a lot of passion and love for the game is an understatement. He has a 4 year old who likes to play soccer, but does not enjoy it much when it comes to watching it on TV. He has always wanted to coach soccer and he is incredibly excited to inspire the same love and passion for the beautiful game in the kids he will be coaching!
Coach Tara lives in Apple Valley, MN with her husband and fur baby Lilly! She played soccer at Crown College and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Communication. In addition to working for Soccer Shots, she has a full-time job in healthcare. When Tara isn't working she enjoys doing CrossFit and being active. She is very excited to share her excitement for Soccer and introduce kids to the sport in a fun and positive way!
Coach Ethan grew up in Madison, WI where he fell in love with sports –primarily soccer- at a young age. He continued his passion for the fame throughout high school and eventually at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities where he graduated with a degree in professional journalism. As well as working as a sports reporter covering high school sports in the Twin Cities, Ethan enjoys staying active through sports like soccer and basketball and learning how to teach others. He also finds time for music and oes to live music shows around the Twin Cities.
Coach Emma grew up in the Twin Cities area and has always had a thing for sports! Throughout elementary and middle school she played soccer, volleyball, cheer, t-ball, gymnastics, and dance. She really got to try it all while also getting to help her younger sister. She now lives in Dinkytown and is working with Soccer Shots until she starts school to be an aesthetician.
Coach Gerardo was born in El Salvador and moved to South Saint Paul, MN when he was 9. He grew up watching and playing soccer in El Salvador and brought that passion to Minnesota. He attended South Saint Paul secondary where he played soccer for many years. Now, he is currently a Hamline University student. He is very excited and optimistic to join the fun atmosphere of Soccer Shots and gain more experience coaching soccer to kids.
Coach Gerson grew up in Willmar, MN and played soccer from the ages of 10-23. He played at Anoka Ramsey Community College for 2 years, then transferred to St. Cloud State, where he helped start the first D2 men’s soccer program in Minnesota. He graduated with a sports management degree along with an exercise science and athletic coaching minor. He has been coaching for 7+ years and is super excited to introduce kids to the sport in a fun and positive way.
Coach Cormac grew up in Bloomington, Minnesota and currently plays soccer for Vlora FC. He graduated from Jefferson in 2021 and currently attends Normandale Community College. Cormac has a deep rooted passion for personal development which is why he is excited to be a coach for Soccer Shots.
Coach Oscar is really excited for coaching soccer! He has played soccer all of his life, playing in different clubs and academies in his country, Colombia, so he wants to share all of his knowledge and experience with the children. As a Latin American person soccer means a lot to him, passion, commitment, discipline but over all fun. He has a degree in business administration and he used to work in one of the most important banks in his Country.
Coach Kennedy grew up in Plymouth, MN and played several sports from a young age, primarily volleyball in high school. They currently attend the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, majoring in chemistry. They have worked with children for over 6 years, as a Girl Scout camp counselor and ski instructor. They are excited to share their love of sports and movement with others!
Coach Brenden grew up in Bloomington, MN and played soccer starting from the age of 3 and still playing soccer currently to this day in recreational. He had coached a season with a freshman boys soccer team. He graduated in Exercise Science from Normandale College. He is currently working on getting his certification in Personal Training.
Coach Kaleb grew up in Fairmont MN where he started playing soccer and coaching. He currently plays soccer at Hamline University where he also studies business administration and management. Kaleb loves the outdoors and all kinds of sports. Kaleb has been coaching for 3 years and is excited to be apart of soccer shots.
Coach Emmanuel is a Program Manager at Ancora Healthcare LLC and a soccer enthusiast. Growing up in West Africa, Liberia, he played soccer for most of his life; from elementary, high school, college, and in the national league. Growing up as a kid during fourteen years of the Civil War, soccer was the only thing that gave us purpose as we would play all day to distract ourselves from the sounds of guns and bombs dropping. For me soccer is love, soccer brings Unity and soccer is the most beautiful game. Teaching kids how to play the most beautiful game and seeing them having such a great time is fulfilling.
Coach Lucas grew up in South Dakota and played soccer since he was 3! Lucas played soccer at Bethel University for 4 years and is in his last semester of college. He is graduating with a degree in Business with an emphasis in finance and a Spanish minor! In the past 3 summers Lucas has taught kids ages 3+ how to swim! Lucas loves the game of soccer and is excited to be able to coach it and some of the great things we learn with it!
Coach Spencer grew up in St. Louis Park MN and has played soccer from 3-23 and will continue to play soccer for as long as possible. He played at Augsburg University and is pursuing a degree in Psychology. Spencer has coached soccer for the past 6 years and has coached ages 4-18. He is excited to use his experience and love for soccer to help kids enjoy and love soccer as much as him.
Dylan grew up in White Bear Lake, MN and played many sports, including basketball, baseball and soccer. Dylan is currently an elementary school teacher in Minneapolis. Prior to teaching in Minneapolis, Dylan taught preschool for three years. Dylan enjoys hanging out with his fiancée and dog, going to sporting events, and spending time at the cabin.
Coach Sawyer grew up in Edina MN and played soccer competitively from a young age until the end of high school. He graduated from Miami of Ohio in 2016 with a degree in Finance and from the University of Saint Thomas Law in 2022. Sawyer has additional soccer coaching experience having worked with the Edina Soccer Association and is very excited to work with the kids through Soccer Shots and have a ton of fun playing soccer !
Coach Allysa grew up in Minneapolis and spent most of her childhood playing soccer. She attended college in Duluth and studied Media Studies and Production. During college she worked in sports broadcast and now currently works as a Photojournalist. She enjoys hiking, camping, reading, and of course playing and watching soccer! She is very excited to be a new Soccer Shots Coach!
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The Empower Program is a specific program developed to empower children with a variety of disabilities to reach their maximum athletic potential in a safe and supportive environment.
GIVE YOUR CHILD A BIRTHDAY TO REMEMBER! The fun and excitement of Soccer Shots is also available for your child’s birthday party! Let us bring the fun and excitement of our program to help your child celebrate their special day!
Your squad, your way! Bring the Soccer Shots Experience to you! Invite the neighborhood to your backyard or at a neighborhood park for a private Soccer Shots season - you pick the format that works for you and your soccer friends!
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“and Coach Leo is the best coach. He always tries to re-engage kids when their attention may be on something else or if they run off the field. He takes the time to make them feel welcome and comfortable.“
“So patient and sweet! They take the time to include every kid, work with their strengths and work on their weaknesses!“
“We’ve had three different coaches since we started Soccer Shots, and all of them have been great instructors, remembered the kids’ names, and did an excellent job getting all of the kids to participate. We’ve already recommended to several friends“
“ Especially her coach, Bridget! She came home weekly and told us all about her 30 minute soccer practice she had thoroughly enjoyed that day. Thank you to her wonderful coach, Bridget, for teaching her the basics of soccer as well as other life skills that will benefit her for the rest of her life :heart:“