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Meet The Coaches

We are proud to have the best coaches in youth soccer.

Trent Popp

Trent Popp

Owner

Born and raised in Central IN, Trent grew up wan an obvious passion for the game of  soccer. After playing soccer at Asbury University in Lexington, KY, Trent moved to Louisville and opened Soccer Shots Louisville in 2015. Since 2015 Trent has expanded to new markets in Lexington, KY and Northern KY.

Trent is responsible for all growth through sales, expansion, and partnerships. While working on the business, Trent also coaches a local club team.

Trent lives in Louisville, KY with his wife Emily and their 3 boys Tytus, Ryland, and Fynn.

“We look forward to working with the great staff and families in the Peoria & Quad Cities territories” – Trent

Steve Dregits

Steve Dregits

Owner

Born and raised in Mishawaka, IN, soccer has been a continuous life journey for Steve. After playing soccer at Bethel College, Steve went on to coach at the ODP, HS, and collegiate levels!

After spending 10 years teaching Physical Education, Steve now uses his past teaching experience and his passion for soccer to bring Soccer Shots to Northern Indiana and all surrounding communities. Steve has grown his IN territories for the last 10 years and looks forward to doing the same in Peoria and the Quad Cities! Steve and his amazing wife Erica, live in Osceola, IN and are proud parents of two children, Harper and Hudson.

Arielle Soltow

Arielle Soltow

Director of Coaching

Arielle is a southerner at heart transplanted in the Midwest. She went to Southwest Baptist University in Missouri, where she received a degree in Sports Psychology. After college Arielle spent her time working in schools and coaching  athletes of all ages in various sports including soccer, competitive cheer, and gymnastics. She has always had a passion for using sports as a character building tool.

Arielle has been with Soccer Shots for over a year. She lives in Moline, IL with her husband Jake and daughter Lilo.

“I love that Soccer Shots is so family oriented, I can’t wait to put Lilo in the program” – Arielle Soltow

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