Staff Directory

St. Louis native and SLUH graduate who earned degrees in Sport Management and Psychology at Rockhurst University, then served as a teacher and Youth Soccer Coordinator at Sporting Kansas City, running programming for ages 4–18. Holds an M.S. in Sport Psychology, a U.S. Soccer C-License, and a UEFA C-License earned in Germany — licensed to coach in two countries. In April 2026 he became a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology. A person-driven coach and teacher, his philosophy puts the student first: high support paired with a high level of challenge — pushing student-athletes to be better students, athletes, and people.

McDonald's All-American and 2002 Missouri High School Player of the Year at St. Joseph's Academy, where she was a three-time state champion and still holds the record for most goals scored in a high school championship game. Played collegiately at Saint Louis University and Auburn. Currently serves on the Player Development Training staff at Saint Louis Scott Gallagher.

NCAA National Champion at Indiana University and a first-round draft pick in the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL). Ken brings decades of experience developing technically elite players with high soccer IQ — including more than twenty years with Saint Louis Scott Gallagher, where he serves as Youth Technical Director, plus coaching tenures at the collegiate, club, and international levels with the Kansas Olympic Development Program and the United Soccer Academy in Europe. His model emphasizes training volume, 1v1 creativity, and advanced tactical intelligence that prepares athletes to succeed in any system of play — and a lifelong love for the game.

NCAA Division I field hockey student-athlete at Saint Louis University, where she earned her undergraduate degree. Holds a Master’s in Higher Education from Lindenwood University and a second Master’s in Instructional Systems Technology from Indiana University. Formerly served as an NCAA Academic Coordinator at Lindenwood University.

Professional soccer player and goalkeeper coach with over 20 years of experience developing goalkeepers in Brazil, Europe, and the United States. Leads goalkeeper training at Saint Louis Scott Gallagher, building confident, technically strong, and mentally prepared keepers. His coaching philosophy centers on a positive, challenging environment where young goalkeepers can grow, make mistakes, and believe in themselves — emphasizing strong fundamentals, smart decision-making, and love for the game.

Over 15 years of coaching experience, including eight within the Saint Louis Scott Gallagher Youth Academy, where he serves as Boys Youth Academy Director and U11 Academy Head Coach — leading curriculum development, supporting coaching staff, and shaping player development during the most critical formative years. A lifelong SLSG member who played at Lindenwood University and competed for the 2001 NAIA National Championship. Holds a USSF Grassroots Coaching License and brings a development-first mindset — building confidence, character, and positive habits that extend beyond soccer.

Member of the Saint Louis Scott Gallagher coaching staff, serving on the club’s ECNL girls staff — part of the soccer family that has coached at SLSG across multiple age groups and programs.

St. Charles native with over 15 years of elite sports performance experience. A two-way ALL-MIAA athlete at Missouri Southern State — honored at wide receiver in 2008 and running back in 2009 — he earned his Exercise Science degree, played professional indoor football with the Nebraska Danger, and has held the NSCA’s Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) designation for 13 years. Founder of Legion of Strength Fitness and Performance (2020), he has trained world-class athletes including NHL stars Brady and Matthew Tkachuk and NFL standout Kyren Williams, along with pros such as Cody Schrader, Pierre Desir, and Alyssa Mautz.