2025-2026 Coaching Staff
DIRECTORS
Erin Sharpe
Director of CoachingPhone: (970) 683-1121
ErinSharpe@pleasantonrage.org
Tamie Shadle
Director of OperationsPhone: 925-251-9116
TamieShadle@pleasantonrage.org
Megan Walinski
Recreational DirectorMental Performance Coach
Phone: (510) 673-0588
meganwalinski@pleasantonrage.org
Director of Coaching
Phone: (970) 683-1121
ErinSharpe@pleasantonrage.org
Erin Sharpe
Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years
Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: Director of Coaching
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘A’
• USC Advanced National Diploma
• Franz Hoek Director of Coaching Certificate
Coaching Experience:
• Over 25 years in club soccer in Coaching and Director roles
• 6 years Head Coach at Colorado Mesa University
• Current NorCal PDP State Coach
Notable Coaching Achievements
Coached multiple ECNL Divisional Conference Championships, USYS National Championship team, various State Cup and other tournament Championships (Coach San Juan SC, 2004-2008; ECNL Director and Coach 2014-2019)
• Co-Founder, Girl’s Director of Coaching and Coach, Colorado West Select Soccer Club (2011-2014)
• NCAA Tournament Selection, 4 Conference Playoff selections and over 80 student-athlete award recipients for athletic and academic achievements at the conference, regional and national levels (Colorado Mesa University 2008-2013)
Playing Experience:
• Santa Clara University: NCAA National Champions 2001; 2002 National Finalists; 1999 National Semi-Finalist; 2000 National Quarter-Finalist
• Semi-Professional in Switzerland
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Michelle Akers, Heather O’Reilly, Julie Ertz, Kelley O’Hara, Steven Gerrard, Mo Salah
Enjoy About Coaching:
I love being a part of a player’s journey as they develop in every facet of the game and in life. I also love helping players achieve their goals and dreams, whatever they may be. For those who aspire to play in college or beyond, I am very passionate about assisting them in this process.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Playing Pickleball and spending quality time with my Vizsla, family and friends.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
I am the Chair of the NorCal Women’s Committee and am passionate about improving and promoting all aspects of girl’s and women’s soccer, including increasing and retaining the number of women in leadership positions within the game.
Email:ErinSharpe@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(970) 683-1121
Director of Operations
Phone: 925-251-9116
TamieShadle@pleasantonrage.org
Tamie Shadle
Years with RAGE: 18 years
Coaching Experience: 30 years coaching club and collegiate sports
Coaching Credentials: USC National Diploma
Notable Coaching Achievements: Coached the first San Jose State Women’s Soccer team to make the NCAA Playoffs in 2000!
Playing Experience:
• Santa Clara University (1987-1990)
• California Storm (1992-1998)
• USWNT Camps (1990-1993)
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Julie Ertz
Enjoy About RAGE: I’m very passionate about helping young women find their voice and develop confidence through sport. RAGE allows me to give back through a sport that has given so much to me, and for that I feel extremely fortunate.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Spending time with family, being outdoors and watching any and all sports!
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: Philippe and I coached Megan Walinski at San Jose State University.
Family: My husband Brian and I love spending time with our kids – Carolyn, Donovan, Malissa and Jordyn – and our grandson Dean.
Email:TamieShadle@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:925-251-9116
Recreational Director
Mental Performance Coach
Phone: (510) 673-0588
meganwalinski@pleasantonrage.org
Megan Walinski
Years at RAGE:
Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: Recreational Director
Coaching Credentials: USSF F
Coaching Experience:
• Pleasanton RAGE
• Ohlone Junior College
Notable Coaching Achievements:
• State Cup Champions 2006
• Regional Finalist 2006
Playing Experience:
• Ohlone Jr. College – All American
• San Jose State University
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Rose Lavelle
Enjoy About Coaching:
I love connecting with the young players and providing a positive environment for them to succeed and excel on and off of the soccer field.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
I enjoy spending time with my family, exercising and shopping.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with a Master Degree in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University. Also, I played soccer for Philippe Blin at San Jose State :).
Family: My daughter Olivia plays for RAGE and my son Nate plays for BUSC.
Email:meganwalinski@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(510) 673-0588
TECHNICAL STAFF & AGE GROUP COORDINATORS (AGCs)
Grant Matsumoto
7v7 Comp AGC2011 (U15) ECNL
grant@pleasantonrage.org
Sarah Fawcett
11v11 Stage I AGC2014 (U12) Pre-ECNL
Head Coach USL-W
Sarah@pleasantonrage.org
Luis Siu
11v11 Select AGC2013 (U13) ECNL
2012 (U14) ECNL asst
2010 (U16) ECNL-RL
Phone: (650) 255-3776
luis@pleasantonrage.org
Jonathan Decker
College Advising CoordinatorVideo Analysis Coordinator
Fitness Coach
2009 (U17) ECNL
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Marissa Kalchik
7v7 and 9v9 team Goalkeeper Director7v7/9v9 Select AGC
2011 (U15) Orange
Phone: (925) 784-5626
marissakalchik@pleasantonrage.org
Jimmy Adranly
11v11 Goalkeeper Director9v9 COMP AGC
2018 (U8) PRE-ECNL
2015 (U11) PRE-ECNL
jimmy@pleasantonrage.org
7v7 Comp AGC
2011 (U15) ECNL
grant@pleasantonrage.org
Grant Matsumoto
Years Coaching at RAGE: 9 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘B’
• NSCAA Advanced National
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Diploma
• USSF Grassroots
Coaching Experience: 14 years
Notable Coaching Achievements:
• Alhambra High School Varsity Men’s coach
• Amador Valley High School Varsity Women’s Assistant
• Dougherty Valley High School Varsity Women’s Assistant
• RAGE Excellence in Coaching Award
Playing Experience:
• Sonoma State
• Sonoma County Sol NPSL
• San Ramon FC NPSL
• Diablos Professional Futsal
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Rose Lavelle and Xavi Hernandez
Enjoy About Coaching:
What I enjoy most about coaching is the idea of creating a competitive learning environment so that players have the ability to become the best players they can.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
I am a teacher, so I love learning new things! I especially enjoy cooking and golfing!
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
I hold a master’s degree in the arts of teaching from Saint Mary’s College and I am a former 5th grade teacher.
Family:
I grew up in San Ramon with parents Frank and Rene. I am the oldest of three children. I have a younger sister named Colby and a younger brother named Parker.
Email:grant@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
11v11 Stage I AGC
2014 (U12) Pre-ECNL
Head Coach USL-W
Sarah@pleasantonrage.org
Sarah Fawcett
Years Coaching at RAGE: 4
Coaching Credentials: USSF A, UEFA B
Coaching Experience: Bishop O’Dowd High School: Assistant Varsity Women’s Soccer Coach, Lead Coach & Head of recruitment California Youth Soccer Association North, Olympic Development Program Lead Coach, 24-7 UK Soccer Academy, Girls Development Officer & Female Lead Football Coach Placer United Soccer Club, Player development Academy Football Coach Kirklees College, Huddesfield, England, Player development Academy Football Coach FA North Yorkshire Girls Centre of Excellence, England, Head Football Coach Under 15s, Under 11s and under 9s West Riding FA Player Development Centre, Head Football Coach Sherburn White Rose Junior Football Club, Leeds, Coach for Rothwell Ladies Football Club, Fleet Lane, Leeds, Head Football Coach of the Senior Women’s Team York St John’s University, York
Notable Coaching Achievements: NPL 1 Champion with Placer United (2019); league champions & community shield winner in West Yorkshire England (2009-2011); 4 time RAGE summer cup Champion (3 x with Placer United 2008 & recently with RAGE 2010 ECNL)
Playing Experience: Various youth & adult clubs in England; Yarra Jets Soccer Club (Melbourne, Australia, 2008); York St Johns University (2003-2006)
Favorite Player(s): Lucy Bronze – England & Barcelona
Enjoy About Coaching: Inspiring & mentoring young female athletes in the beautiful game
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Hanging with my dogs
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I have coached in England, Australia & USA. I was a manager of a Cornish pasty bakery for 9 years
Family: Daughter Ocean born July 2023
Email:Sarah@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
11v11 Select AGC
2013 (U13) ECNL
2012 (U14) ECNL asst
2010 (U16) ECNL-RL
Phone: (650) 255-3776
luis@pleasantonrage.org
Luis Siu
Years Coaching at RAGE: 16 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USC National Diploma
• USSF ‘E’
Coaching Experience:
• 20 years – Coaching club soccer (U7-U18)
• 8 years – Coaching High School soccer at Dougherty Valley High School San Ramon, CA. (Varsity, JV, Frosh/Soph)
• 4 years – Head of the Women’s Soccer Program at Dougherty Valley High School (San Ramon, CA)
Notable Coaching Achievements:
• (U14) Champions, 2019 Las Vegas Players College Showcase
• (U14) 2nd Place, 2018-2019 NorCal Premier League – NPL
• (U17) 2nd Place, 2016-17 NorCal State Cup
• (U14) 2nd Place, 2019 NorCal State Cup
• (U14) Champions, 2018 Pleasanton RAGE College Showcase
• (U18) 2nd Place, 2017 Pleasanton RAGE College Showcase
• (U14) 2nd Place, 2017 Pleasanton RAGE College Showcase
• 2012 Positive Coaching Alliance Award Recipient
Playing Experience: Saint Mary’s College of California (Club Soccer Team)
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s):
Marta, Abby Wambach, Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, Rose Lavelle, Johan Cruyff, Ronaldinho, Juan Pablo Riquelme, Luis Figo, Xavi
Enjoy About Coaching:
The ability to share the love and passion of the game I have with all players I coach because to me soccer is a passion. It is more than a game, it is a way of life! Where my family comes from (El Salvador) soccer is life and soccer makes people happy. Since I began playing soccer, it has always been fun. I coach because I want to spread my love for this beautiful game, share my knowledge and wisdom of everything I have learned and experienced as a coach and player. Most importantly I coach because I want to instill that same joy of playing this game that I have whenever I coach or play to make sure that the players understand that if you play with heart and passion, it can only make you that much better of a person and player. I wish to inspire young children to take the lessons of hard work, struggle and perseverance learned on the pitch, out into the real world in order to become successful individuals.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
If I am not on the pitch, you can find me either on the water fishing or with my family at a museum or Disneyland.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
As much as I obsess over soccer, I am equally if not even more obsessed with bass fishing, I have fished since I was 3 years old and have not looked back. I fish for fun and I fish in bass tournaments too. I LOVE IT!
Family:
I have been married to my amazing wife Yamiletth for 13 years now and we have two amazing young boys. We also have 3 four-legged children in all sizes: Small- Duck, Medium- Bruster, Large- Duffy.
Email:luis@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(650) 255-3776
College Advising Coordinator
Video Analysis Coordinator
Fitness Coach
2009 (U17) ECNL
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Jonathan Decker
Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘C’
• USSF ‘E’
Coaching Experience:
• 7 years coaching youth soccer
• 4 Years at California Lutheran University (Division III)
• 1 year at Moorpark Junior College
Notable Coaching Achievements:
Club
• 2019 Semi-Finalists Cal South National Cup
• 2020 Quarter-Finalists Cal South National Cup
• 2019 Semi Finalists of Surf Cup
• 2019 Finalist Coast Soccer League Cup
• 3rd Place California Regional League South
College
• 2017 Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Coaching Staff of the Year
• 2017 SCIAC Conference Champion
• 2017 NCAA Sweet Sixteen
• 2017 Final Poll #19 in the Country
• 2018 #10 in the Country in Goals Against Average (Worked with Backline and Defensive Midfielders
• 4 Straight Conference Tournament Trips
• 19 All Conference Selections, 10 All-Region Selections,United Soccer Coaches All American, 1 United Soccer Coaches Scholar All-Region 1st Team, 1 United Soccer • Coaches Scholar All-Region 1st Team
Playing Experience:
California State University, Monterey Bay
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s):
Abby Wambach, Steven Gerrard, Ronaldo Nazario
Enjoy About Coaching:
Sharing my passion, love and everything I learn about the game with youth players and all other soccer enthusiasts.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
Hiking, Surfing, Camping
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
Inducted Eric Wynalda into the National Soccer Hall of Fame when I was 13. Attended the 2006 World Cup in Germany
Family:
Mother Irene, Father Scott, Brothers Taylor and Andrew
Email:jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(805) 915-8001
7v7 and 9v9 team Goalkeeper Director
7v7/9v9 Select AGC
2011 (U15) Orange
Phone: (925) 784-5626
marissakalchik@pleasantonrage.org
Marissa Kalchik
Years Coaching at RAGE: 13 years
Coaching Credentials:
• -NSCAA Advanced National
• -USSF ‘D’
• –USSF B License
Coaching Experience: 18 years
Playing Experience: San Jose State, Goalkeeper 2005-2007
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Briana Scurry
Enjoy About Coaching: I enjoy helping players set goals & reaching them. I love being able to connect with players and help them learn valuable skills (discipline, integrity, resilience, respect) that will help them in all areas of their lives. I also just love soccer – I love playing and watching; I love the creativity players have and the teamwork that they build.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: I love to read, go hiking, going to the beach & of course playing soccer.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I love to teach and have been tutoring since 8th grade. I have lived in 3 different states in the last 4 years. I have 5 brothers and sisters.
Family: Husband (Mike) and three kids (Mikey, Matthew & Emily).
Email:marissakalchik@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(925) 784-5626
11v11 Goalkeeper Director
9v9 COMP AGC
2018 (U8) PRE-ECNL
2015 (U11) PRE-ECNL
jimmy@pleasantonrage.org
Jimmy Adranly
Years Coaching at RAGE: 3
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘B’
• USSF ‘C’
• USC Adv National GK Diploma
• USSF ‘B’ USC National Diploma
Coaching Experience: 13 years
Notable Coaching Achievements: Winning NorCal League Play – 2021, 2019, 2018
Playing Experience: Chapman University
Favorite Player(s): Sissi and Ronaldo Nazario
Enjoy About Coaching: Being able to get to know so many amazing kids and having an impact on how they grow on and off the field
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Love to play golf and hang out with family/friends
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 2-sport athlete in college (soccer/football). 2-time Academic All-American
Email:jimmy@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
COMPETITIVE COACHES
Jimmy Adranly
11v11 Goalkeeper Director9v9 COMP AGC
2018 (U8) PRE-ECNL
2015 (U11) PRE-ECNL
jimmy@pleasantonrage.org
Alexis Aguilar
2018 Premier2013 (U13) Orange
2010 (U16) Orange
alexis@pleasantonrage.org
Bailey Moseley
2017 (U9) Premier2016 (U10) Select II
bailey@pleasantonrage.org
Brian Catalano
2017 (U9) Pre-ECNL2013 (U13) ECNL-RL Coach
Phone: (508) 397-6921
brian@pleasantonrage.org
Lauren Candia
TOPSoccer Coordinator2016 (U10) Pre-ECNL
lauren@pleasantonrage.org
Paul Cardoso
2015 (U11) Premier2012 (U14) ECNL-RL
Phone:(925) 339-2265
paul@pleasantonrage.org
Sarah Fawcett
11v11 Stage I AGC2014 (U12) Pre-ECNL
Head Coach USL-W
Sarah@pleasantonrage.org
Nick Mangiardi
2014 (U12) Pre-ECNLPhone: (650) 624-6203
nick@pleasantonrage.org
Ghemar Deang
2014 Premier2012 (U14) Select
2009 (U17) Select
Ghemar@pleasantonrage.org
Taka Hoshi
2014 (U12) Orange2015 (U11) Orange
Taka@pleasantonrage.org
Luis Siu
11v11 Select AGC2013 (U13) ECNL
2012 (U14) ECNL asst
2010 (U16) ECNL-RL
Phone: (650) 255-3776
luis@pleasantonrage.org
Marissa Kalchik
7v7 and 9v9 team Goalkeeper Director7v7/9v9 Select AGC
2011 (U15) Orange
Phone: (925) 784-5626
marissakalchik@pleasantonrage.org
Alena Thom
Fitness Coach2012 (U14) ECNL
alena@pleasantonrage.org
Danya Gonzalez
2016 Premier2012 (U14) Orange
2014 (U12) Select I
2011 (U15) Select
danya@pleasantonrage.org
Grant Matsumoto
7v7 Comp AGC2011 (U15) ECNL
grant@pleasantonrage.org
Brandon Kearney
Fitness Coach2011 (U15)ECNL-RL
brandon@pleasantonrage.org
Jacob Pickard
2009 and 2008 ECNL-RLjacob@pleasantonrage.org
Chad Harper
2010 (U16) ECNLchad@pleasantonrage.org
Jonathan Decker
College Advising CoordinatorVideo Analysis Coordinator
Fitness Coach
2009 (U17) ECNL
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Enrique Rojas
2009 (U17) Orange2017 (U9) Select
Phone: (925) 219-2750
enrique@pleasantonrage.org
Mike Herman
2008/2007 (U18/U19) ECNLPhone: (707) 332-8995
mike@pleasantonrage.org
11v11 Goalkeeper Director
9v9 COMP AGC
2018 (U8) PRE-ECNL
2015 (U11) PRE-ECNL
jimmy@pleasantonrage.org
Jimmy Adranly
Years Coaching at RAGE: 3
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘B’
• USSF ‘C’
• USC Adv National GK Diploma
• USSF ‘B’ USC National Diploma
Coaching Experience: 13 years
Notable Coaching Achievements: Winning NorCal League Play – 2021, 2019, 2018
Playing Experience: Chapman University
Favorite Player(s): Sissi and Ronaldo Nazario
Enjoy About Coaching: Being able to get to know so many amazing kids and having an impact on how they grow on and off the field
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Love to play golf and hang out with family/friends
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 2-sport athlete in college (soccer/football). 2-time Academic All-American
Email:jimmy@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2018 Premier
2013 (U13) Orange
2010 (U16) Orange
alexis@pleasantonrage.org
Alexis Aguilar
Email:alexis@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2017 (U9) Premier
2016 (U10) Select II
bailey@pleasantonrage.org
Bailey Moseley
Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year
Coaching Credentials: Grassroots license
Coaching Experience: 2 years
Playing Experience: San Jose State University (2023-2025)
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Julie Ertz and Trinity Rodman
Enjoy About Coaching: I love being able to be a part of players’ soccer journeys, teaching players, and making great memories with players.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: I enjoy trying new foods and restaurants, coffee, and playing soccer.
Email:bailey@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2017 (U9) Pre-ECNL
2013 (U13) ECNL-RL Coach
Phone: (508) 397-6921
brian@pleasantonrage.org
Brian Catalano
Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘A’
• USSF ‘Y’
• USC Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma
Coaching Experience: 14 years
Playing Experience: Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Cal Poly Pomona
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Brianna Scurry
Enjoy About Coaching:
Giving back to the beautiful game, that had provided so much to me. It is great to help players reach their potential.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Hiking with my dog Swayze, especially anywhere with waterfalls.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I initially moved to California strictly for the weather.
Email:brian@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(508) 397-6921
TOPSoccer Coordinator
2016 (U10) Pre-ECNL
lauren@pleasantonrage.org
Lauren Candia
Years Coaching at RAGE: 4 years
Coaching Credentials: US Soccer C license, 4v4 7v7 9v9 United Soccer Coaches Diploma
Coaching Experience: WCSC, Mustang, Diablo Wolves (8yrs)
Playing Experience: San Francisco State and University of San Francisco
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Mia Hamm and Naomi Girma
Email:lauren@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2015 (U11) Premier
2012 (U14) ECNL-RL
Phone:(925) 339-2265
paul@pleasantonrage.org
Paul Cardoso
Years Coaching at RAGE: 7 years
Coaching Credentials: USSF ‘D’
Coaching Experience: 11 years
Playing Experience: De Anza College 1992-1994
Favorite Player(s): Lieke Martens and Cristiano Ronaldo
Enjoy About Coaching:
What I love most about coaching is spreading my joy and love for the “beautiful game” to children. I love seeing their passion for the game grow.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family – my wife and two daughters. I love watching sports (soccer, football, basketball, MMA). I love playing soccer, exercising, hiking, travel and participating in obstacle or mud runs.
Family: Wife Ann-Marie, Daughters: Maddie and Ella
Email:paul@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(925) 339-2265
11v11 Stage I AGC
2014 (U12) Pre-ECNL
Head Coach USL-W
Sarah@pleasantonrage.org
Sarah Fawcett
Years Coaching at RAGE: 4
Coaching Credentials: USSF A, UEFA B
Coaching Experience: Bishop O’Dowd High School: Assistant Varsity Women’s Soccer Coach, Lead Coach & Head of recruitment California Youth Soccer Association North, Olympic Development Program Lead Coach, 24-7 UK Soccer Academy, Girls Development Officer & Female Lead Football Coach Placer United Soccer Club, Player development Academy Football Coach Kirklees College, Huddesfield, England, Player development Academy Football Coach FA North Yorkshire Girls Centre of Excellence, England, Head Football Coach Under 15s, Under 11s and under 9s West Riding FA Player Development Centre, Head Football Coach Sherburn White Rose Junior Football Club, Leeds, Coach for Rothwell Ladies Football Club, Fleet Lane, Leeds, Head Football Coach of the Senior Women’s Team York St John’s University, York
Notable Coaching Achievements: NPL 1 Champion with Placer United (2019); league champions & community shield winner in West Yorkshire England (2009-2011); 4 time RAGE summer cup Champion (3 x with Placer United 2008 & recently with RAGE 2010 ECNL)
Playing Experience: Various youth & adult clubs in England; Yarra Jets Soccer Club (Melbourne, Australia, 2008); York St Johns University (2003-2006)
Favorite Player(s): Lucy Bronze – England & Barcelona
Enjoy About Coaching: Inspiring & mentoring young female athletes in the beautiful game
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Hanging with my dogs
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I have coached in England, Australia & USA. I was a manager of a Cornish pasty bakery for 9 years
Family: Daughter Ocean born July 2023
Email:Sarah@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2014 (U12) Pre-ECNL
Phone: (650) 624-6203
nick@pleasantonrage.org
Nick Mangiardi
Years Coaching at RAGE: 25 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘D’
• NSCAA State Diploma
Coaching Experience: 27 years in club soccer
Notable Coaching Achievements:
• 4 State Cup Championships with RAGE
• 2 State Cup finals with the FYSL
Playing Experience:
Illinois Institute of Technology
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s):
Willie Roy (USA National Player and my nextdoor neighbor when playing in Chicago, Il.)
Enjoy About Coaching:
Teaching. The joy of seeing youth players improve their skills and life lessons. Staying involved in the game. A positive diversion from day job.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
Photography, cycling, hiking
Family:
My wife Barb and three daughters (Nicole, Michelle and Jamie), who all played at large Universities.
Email::Nick@pleasantonrage.org
Phone::(650) 624-6203
2014 Premier
2012 (U14) Select
2009 (U17) Select
Ghemar@pleasantonrage.org
Ghemar Deang
Years Coaching at RAGE: 4 years
Coaching Credentials: Grassroots license
Coaching Experience: Pleasanton RAGE (2018-2021, 2025-Present), Foothill High School Freshmen Girls 2019-2021
Playing Experience: Alameda Soccer Club Islanders and Encinal High School
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Alyssa Thompson & Paolo Maldini
Enjoy About Coaching: What I enjoy about coaching is knowing that I can have an impact on the development of players & helping them grow life skills, applicable both on and off the field.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: You will always see me with a guitar or bass guitar in my hands whenever I get the chance. I absolutely love playing, writing, and listening to music.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: Currently a KIN student at CSUEB (Expected Graduation May 2026). I am also in a band with 3 of my closest friends and play shows across the Bay Area.
Email:Ghemar@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2014 (U12) Orange
2015 (U11) Orange
Taka@pleasantonrage.org
Taka Hoshi
Years Coaching at RAGE: 5
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘D’
• Grassroots License
Coaching Experience: 11 years coaching youth, 1 year as Torrance High School (Varsity- Asst. Coach)
Notable Coaching Achievements: Undefeated season with U8 team
Playing Experience: Torrance United
Favorite Player(s): Mana Iwabuchi, Paolo Maldini
Enjoy About Coaching: Seeing players develop and growing their love for the game.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Hanging with my family! Playing soccer, watching soccer, camping, deep sea fishing
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: My dad and I are both born in a leap year
Family: My wife- Joyce, son – Luke, daughters – Risa and Cali
Email:taka@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
11v11 Select AGC
2013 (U13) ECNL
2012 (U14) ECNL asst
2010 (U16) ECNL-RL
Phone: (650) 255-3776
luis@pleasantonrage.org
Luis Siu
Years Coaching at RAGE: 16 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USC National Diploma
• USSF ‘E’
Coaching Experience:
• 20 years – Coaching club soccer (U7-U18)
• 8 years – Coaching High School soccer at Dougherty Valley High School San Ramon, CA. (Varsity, JV, Frosh/Soph)
• 4 years – Head of the Women’s Soccer Program at Dougherty Valley High School (San Ramon, CA)
Notable Coaching Achievements:
• (U14) Champions, 2019 Las Vegas Players College Showcase
• (U14) 2nd Place, 2018-2019 NorCal Premier League – NPL
• (U17) 2nd Place, 2016-17 NorCal State Cup
• (U14) 2nd Place, 2019 NorCal State Cup
• (U14) Champions, 2018 Pleasanton RAGE College Showcase
• (U18) 2nd Place, 2017 Pleasanton RAGE College Showcase
• (U14) 2nd Place, 2017 Pleasanton RAGE College Showcase
• 2012 Positive Coaching Alliance Award Recipient
Playing Experience: Saint Mary’s College of California (Club Soccer Team)
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s):
Marta, Abby Wambach, Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, Rose Lavelle, Johan Cruyff, Ronaldinho, Juan Pablo Riquelme, Luis Figo, Xavi
Enjoy About Coaching:
The ability to share the love and passion of the game I have with all players I coach because to me soccer is a passion. It is more than a game, it is a way of life! Where my family comes from (El Salvador) soccer is life and soccer makes people happy. Since I began playing soccer, it has always been fun. I coach because I want to spread my love for this beautiful game, share my knowledge and wisdom of everything I have learned and experienced as a coach and player. Most importantly I coach because I want to instill that same joy of playing this game that I have whenever I coach or play to make sure that the players understand that if you play with heart and passion, it can only make you that much better of a person and player. I wish to inspire young children to take the lessons of hard work, struggle and perseverance learned on the pitch, out into the real world in order to become successful individuals.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
If I am not on the pitch, you can find me either on the water fishing or with my family at a museum or Disneyland.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
As much as I obsess over soccer, I am equally if not even more obsessed with bass fishing, I have fished since I was 3 years old and have not looked back. I fish for fun and I fish in bass tournaments too. I LOVE IT!
Family:
I have been married to my amazing wife Yamiletth for 13 years now and we have two amazing young boys. We also have 3 four-legged children in all sizes: Small- Duck, Medium- Bruster, Large- Duffy.
Email:luis@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(650) 255-3776
7v7 and 9v9 team Goalkeeper Director
7v7/9v9 Select AGC
2011 (U15) Orange
Phone: (925) 784-5626
marissakalchik@pleasantonrage.org
Marissa Kalchik
Years Coaching at RAGE: 13 years
Coaching Credentials:
• -NSCAA Advanced National
• -USSF ‘D’
• –USSF B License
Coaching Experience: 18 years
Playing Experience: San Jose State, Goalkeeper 2005-2007
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Briana Scurry
Enjoy About Coaching: I enjoy helping players set goals & reaching them. I love being able to connect with players and help them learn valuable skills (discipline, integrity, resilience, respect) that will help them in all areas of their lives. I also just love soccer – I love playing and watching; I love the creativity players have and the teamwork that they build.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: I love to read, go hiking, going to the beach & of course playing soccer.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I love to teach and have been tutoring since 8th grade. I have lived in 3 different states in the last 4 years. I have 5 brothers and sisters.
Family: Husband (Mike) and three kids (Mikey, Matthew & Emily).
Email:marissakalchik@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(925) 784-5626
Fitness Coach
2012 (U14) ECNL
alena@pleasantonrage.org
Alena Thom
TECHNICAL STAFF
Years Coaching at RAGE: 5 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘B’
• USSF ‘C’
• SC Advanced National Diploma
Coaching Experience:
• Youth Level 16 years
• College: 4 seasons: 2 seasons at NCAA DI level and 2 seasons at the Community College level
• Current NorCal Region 3/4 and State PDP Coach
Playing Experience:
• Semi-Professionally and professionally in the USA (Various WPSL and W-League teams across the States)
• Two different clubs in Swedish Norettan
• 1st Division Bundesliga in Germany
• Wake Forest University
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Kristine Lilly, Tiffeny Milbrett, Philip Lamb
Enjoy About Coaching: I have always enjoyed being part of a team and as a coach, that is still an aspect I love! When you are working for something more than yourself, I believe you can become more than you thought possible and a team environment helps provide that. Contributing to development is also extremely rewarding. Most people don’t see the amount of work that goes into getting from point A to B. Being part of the day-to-day effort, overcoming obstacles, celebrating the successes, and ultimately helping guide players to their potential is another special part of coaching I enjoy.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Mountain biking and other outdoor adventures, seeking out new experiences and DIY projects.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I tend to read magazines from back to front.
Email:alena@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2016 Premier
2012 (U14) Orange
2014 (U12) Select I
2011 (U15) Select
danya@pleasantonrage.org
Danya Gonzalez
Email:danya@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
7v7 Comp AGC
2011 (U15) ECNL
grant@pleasantonrage.org
Grant Matsumoto
Years Coaching at RAGE: 9 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘B’
• NSCAA Advanced National
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Diploma
• USSF Grassroots
Coaching Experience: 14 years
Notable Coaching Achievements:
• Alhambra High School Varsity Men’s coach
• Amador Valley High School Varsity Women’s Assistant
• Dougherty Valley High School Varsity Women’s Assistant
• RAGE Excellence in Coaching Award
Playing Experience:
• Sonoma State
• Sonoma County Sol NPSL
• San Ramon FC NPSL
• Diablos Professional Futsal
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Rose Lavelle and Xavi Hernandez
Enjoy About Coaching:
What I enjoy most about coaching is the idea of creating a competitive learning environment so that players have the ability to become the best players they can.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
I am a teacher, so I love learning new things! I especially enjoy cooking and golfing!
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
I hold a master’s degree in the arts of teaching from Saint Mary’s College and I am a former 5th grade teacher.
Family:
I grew up in San Ramon with parents Frank and Rene. I am the oldest of three children. I have a younger sister named Colby and a younger brother named Parker.
Email:grant@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
Fitness Coach
2011 (U15)ECNL-RL
brandon@pleasantonrage.org
Brandon Kearney
Years Coaching at RAGE: 2 years
Coaching Credentials: USSF ‘B’ License / Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Coaching Experience: 10 years
Notable Coaching Achievements: -Northgate High School Varsity Women’s Assistant; Carondelet High School Junior Varsity Women’s Assistant (2024 State Cup Finalist)
Playing Experience: Colorado Mesa University 1 year; California Lutheran University 3 years
– Second Team All League 2015; First Team All League 2016/2017; Contra Costa FC UPSL 2 years
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Ronaldinho and Alex Morgan
Enjoy About Coaching: First off, I love the game of soccer. When my playing career ended, I knew that I needed to stay plugged into the soccer world. This is when I developed the love for coaching. I thoroughly enjoy developing young athletes both physically and mentally inside and outside of the game. There is nothing that compares to watching players grow, building relationships, teaching the game, and mentoring and leading young spirits who are hungry to better themselves within the game. Becoming a coach gives me a greater appreciation for the coaches I had in the past, who helped guide me to this point in life. Now I love giving back and investing in others.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: I love watching English Premier League soccer Saturday/Sunday mornings (COYG!). Spending time with my amazing wife on walks, at the gym, or in our backyard is also a big priority of mine. We also enjoy quick getaways to Monterrey or Half Moon Bay. You could also catch us simply enjoying a cup of coffee out and about.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I hold a Master’s degree in Kinesiology from Saint Mary’s College where I was a Graduate Assistant in the Strength & Conditioning Department. I thought this was what I wanted to do my entire life but then I started teaching PE at a local K-8 and fell in love with helping others develop a desire for fitness and overall health. I am also ambidextrous.
Family: My wife Alexa…..yes she came before the Alexa in your house!
Email:brandon@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2009 and 2008 ECNL-RL
jacob@pleasantonrage.org
Jacob Pickard
Years Coaching at RAGE: 2 years
Coaching Credentials:
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-USSF National “B” License
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-NSCAA Premier Diploma
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-NSCAA National Goalkeeping Diploma
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-NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma
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-NSCAA Tactical Thinking with Jose Mourinho Special Topics Diploma
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-USC Analyzing Goalkeeping Performance Special Topics Diploma
Coaching Experience:
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-25 yrs with various clubs, including Mustang, MVLA & Palo Alto/SVSA
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-14 yrs at the college level, including USF (m), Cal State East Bay (m & w), & Cal State Bakersfield (w). Currently coaching with Menlo College (w)
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-13 yrs at the high school level, including Menlo-Atherton HS (Boys Varsity) & Leland HS (Girls Varsity)
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-7 yrs with youth development programs including ODP and YNT Market Training Centers
Notable Coaching Achievements:
Head Coach:
- -4 league titles in 9 yrs, ranked as high as #18 in the nation in the ESPN/Powerade FAB 50, Coach of the Year honors from the San Jose Mercury News and Palo Alto Daily News (Menlo-Atherton HS)
- -U16 Boys ODP Region IV Finalist (’98 Boys Cal-North ODP)
Assistant Coach:
- -Defeated Stanford University in the midst of their 3-peat National Championship run from 2015-17 in 2016 (University of San Francisco)
- -Won program’s first ever CCAA Conference Championship in 2021 (Cal State East Bay)
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): My favorite current players are Nadia Nadim & Florian Wirtz. Favorite/Influential coaches are Carlo Ancelotti, Marcelo Bielsa, Johan Cruyff, Jupp Heynckes, Arrigo Sacchi & Sarina Wiegman.
Enjoy About Coaching: What I enjoy most about coaching is getting to be around the sport I love, being able to pass on both soccer and life skills, having an outlet for my competitiveness, and creating great experiences and memories for my players.
Email:jacob@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2010 (U16) ECNL
chad@pleasantonrage.org
Chad Harper
Years Coaching at RAGE: 2 years
Coaching Credentials: NSCAA Advanced National, USSF E
Coaching Experience: 23 Years of Head Coaching Club Soccer (Mustang and RAGE), 2 years of coaching Division 1 Women’s Soccer as an Assistant Coach at St. Mary’s College of Moraga, 10 years as Head Coach at Valley Christian and Livermore High
Notable Coaching Achievements: 2004 National Champion Super Y League, 2017 NCS Coach of the Year
Playing Experience: San Jose State University, 1995-2000
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Male – Marco Van Basten, Female – Lindsey Horan
Enjoy About Coaching: Making a positive impact in our youth while teaching them life lessons on and off the field
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Watching my kids play sports and playing Call of Duty
Family: Beckie (wife), Savana (daughter), CT and Tyce (sons)
Email:chad@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
College Advising Coordinator
Video Analysis Coordinator
Fitness Coach
2009 (U17) ECNL
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Jonathan Decker
Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘C’
• USSF ‘E’
Coaching Experience:
• 7 years coaching youth soccer
• 4 Years at California Lutheran University (Division III)
• 1 year at Moorpark Junior College
Notable Coaching Achievements:
Club
• 2019 Semi-Finalists Cal South National Cup
• 2020 Quarter-Finalists Cal South National Cup
• 2019 Semi Finalists of Surf Cup
• 2019 Finalist Coast Soccer League Cup
• 3rd Place California Regional League South
College
• 2017 Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Coaching Staff of the Year
• 2017 SCIAC Conference Champion
• 2017 NCAA Sweet Sixteen
• 2017 Final Poll #19 in the Country
• 2018 #10 in the Country in Goals Against Average (Worked with Backline and Defensive Midfielders
• 4 Straight Conference Tournament Trips
• 19 All Conference Selections, 10 All-Region Selections,United Soccer Coaches All American, 1 United Soccer Coaches Scholar All-Region 1st Team, 1 United Soccer • Coaches Scholar All-Region 1st Team
Playing Experience:
California State University, Monterey Bay
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s):
Abby Wambach, Steven Gerrard, Ronaldo Nazario
Enjoy About Coaching:
Sharing my passion, love and everything I learn about the game with youth players and all other soccer enthusiasts.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
Hiking, Surfing, Camping
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
Inducted Eric Wynalda into the National Soccer Hall of Fame when I was 13. Attended the 2006 World Cup in Germany
Family:
Mother Irene, Father Scott, Brothers Taylor and Andrew
Email:jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(805) 915-8001
2009 (U17) Orange
2017 (U9) Select
Phone: (925) 219-2750
enrique@pleasantonrage.org
Enrique Rojas
Years Coaching at RAGE: 5 years
Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2009 (U17) Orange; 2017 Select
Coaching Credentials: USSF Grassroots
Coaching Experience: 9 years
Notable Coaching Achievements:
• 2017-2018, Fall Bronze Champions (05 Grey)
• 2018-2019 Fall Silver Champions (05 Orange)
• 2019 SOCAL Copa Barcelona Champions (05 Orange)
Playing Experience: 25 years
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Mia Hamm and Zidane
Enjoy About Coaching: I enjoy watching players grow and taking their skills to the next level.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Spending time with my family.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I know how to say hello in 10+ languages
Family: Wife, two daughters and son.
Email:enrique@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(925) 219-2750
2008/2007 (U18/U19) ECNL
Phone: (707) 332-8995
mike@pleasantonrage.org
Mike Herman
Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘A’
• USC Premier Diploma
• USC Advanced National Goalkeeper Diploma
Coaching Experience:
• 10 years as a College Assistant (9 NCAA Division I, 1 NCAA Division II). 3 years at University of San Francisco, 6 years at the University of Hawaii, 1 Year at San Francisco State University.
• 3 Years of College Head Coaching at Holy Names University (NCAA Division II, PacWest Conference).
• Head Coach at many various levels of club soccer, from U-13 through U23 levels.
Notable Coaching Achievements:
Recognized by the 30 Under 30 Program in 2015 by the United Soccer Coaches (formerly NSCAA). Selected as one of the top 30 coaches under 30 in the nation (15 male / 15 Female). Won the 2015 Presidents Cup National Championship in the U15 age group with my Leahi 02 team.
Playing Experience: Saint Mary’s College and Holy Names University
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Tobin Heath, Steven Gerrard, Virgil Van Dyke
Enjoy About Coaching:
Working with players to reach levels of soccer that they didn’t realize they were able to get to. Helping them grow and accomplish their goals will always be my favorite part of the game. More personally, trying to solve the problems opponents present and out think the other team is one of my favorite aspects of the game. I love gameplanning.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
Hanging out with my family! Love watching Liverpool games with my three girls (Avery, Elia and Freya) and otherwise finding fun outdoor activities for us to do as a family.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
I was a Goalkeeper but fancy myself as a playmaker ;) I also speak Spanish (Spanish major in college).
Family: My wife Blair, and three daughters, Avery, Elia and Freya.
Email:mike@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(707) 332-8995
SELECT COACHES
Enrique Rojas
2009 (U17) Orange2017 (U9) Select
Phone: (925) 219-2750
enrique@pleasantonrage.org
Autumn Halvorsen
2016 (U10) Select I2015 (U11) Select I
autumn@pleasantonrage.org
Bailey Moseley
2017 (U9) Premier2016 (U10) Select II
bailey@pleasantonrage.org
Alejandra Melendez
2015 (U11) Select II2014 (U12) Select II
alejandra@pleasantonrage.org
Danya Gonzalez
2016 Premier2012 (U14) Orange
2014 (U12) Select I
2011 (U15) Select
danya@pleasantonrage.org
Ed Davies
2013 (U13) Selected@pleasantonrage.org
Ghemar Deang
2014 Premier2012 (U14) Select
2009 (U17) Select
Ghemar@pleasantonrage.org
2009 (U17) Orange
2017 (U9) Select
Phone: (925) 219-2750
enrique@pleasantonrage.org
Enrique Rojas
Years Coaching at RAGE: 5 years
Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2009 (U17) Orange; 2017 Select
Coaching Credentials: USSF Grassroots
Coaching Experience: 9 years
Notable Coaching Achievements:
• 2017-2018, Fall Bronze Champions (05 Grey)
• 2018-2019 Fall Silver Champions (05 Orange)
• 2019 SOCAL Copa Barcelona Champions (05 Orange)
Playing Experience: 25 years
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Mia Hamm and Zidane
Enjoy About Coaching: I enjoy watching players grow and taking their skills to the next level.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Spending time with my family.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I know how to say hello in 10+ languages
Family: Wife, two daughters and son.
Email:enrique@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(925) 219-2750
2016 (U10) Select I
2015 (U11) Select I
autumn@pleasantonrage.org
Autumn Halvorsen
Email:autumn@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2017 (U9) Premier
2016 (U10) Select II
bailey@pleasantonrage.org
Bailey Moseley
Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year
Coaching Credentials: Grassroots license
Coaching Experience: 2 years
Playing Experience: San Jose State University (2023-2025)
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Julie Ertz and Trinity Rodman
Enjoy About Coaching: I love being able to be a part of players’ soccer journeys, teaching players, and making great memories with players.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: I enjoy trying new foods and restaurants, coffee, and playing soccer.
Email:bailey@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2015 (U11) Select II
2014 (U12) Select II
alejandra@pleasantonrage.org
Alejandra Melendez
Email:alejandra@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2016 Premier
2012 (U14) Orange
2014 (U12) Select I
2011 (U15) Select
danya@pleasantonrage.org
Danya Gonzalez
Email:danya@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2014 Premier
2012 (U14) Select
2009 (U17) Select
Ghemar@pleasantonrage.org
Ghemar Deang
Years Coaching at RAGE: 4 years
Coaching Credentials: Grassroots license
Coaching Experience: Pleasanton RAGE (2018-2021, 2025-Present), Foothill High School Freshmen Girls 2019-2021
Playing Experience: Alameda Soccer Club Islanders and Encinal High School
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Alyssa Thompson & Paolo Maldini
Enjoy About Coaching: What I enjoy about coaching is knowing that I can have an impact on the development of players & helping them grow life skills, applicable both on and off the field.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: You will always see me with a guitar or bass guitar in my hands whenever I get the chance. I absolutely love playing, writing, and listening to music.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: Currently a KIN student at CSUEB (Expected Graduation May 2026). I am also in a band with 3 of my closest friends and play shows across the Bay Area.
Email:Ghemar@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
COLLEGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Erin Sharpe
Director of CoachingPhone: (970) 683-1121
ErinSharpe@pleasantonrage.org
Jonathan Decker
College Advising CoordinatorVideo Analysis Coordinator
Fitness Coach
2009 (U17) ECNL
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Mike Herman
2008/2007 (U18/U19) ECNLPhone: (707) 332-8995
mike@pleasantonrage.org
Alena Thom
Fitness Coach2012 (U14) ECNL
alena@pleasantonrage.org
Jacob Pickard
2009 and 2008 ECNL-RLjacob@pleasantonrage.org
Chad Harper
2010 (U16) ECNLchad@pleasantonrage.org
Director of Coaching
Phone: (970) 683-1121
ErinSharpe@pleasantonrage.org
Erin Sharpe
Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years
Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: Director of Coaching
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘A’
• USC Advanced National Diploma
• Franz Hoek Director of Coaching Certificate
Coaching Experience:
• Over 25 years in club soccer in Coaching and Director roles
• 6 years Head Coach at Colorado Mesa University
• Current NorCal PDP State Coach
Notable Coaching Achievements
Coached multiple ECNL Divisional Conference Championships, USYS National Championship team, various State Cup and other tournament Championships (Coach San Juan SC, 2004-2008; ECNL Director and Coach 2014-2019)
• Co-Founder, Girl’s Director of Coaching and Coach, Colorado West Select Soccer Club (2011-2014)
• NCAA Tournament Selection, 4 Conference Playoff selections and over 80 student-athlete award recipients for athletic and academic achievements at the conference, regional and national levels (Colorado Mesa University 2008-2013)
Playing Experience:
• Santa Clara University: NCAA National Champions 2001; 2002 National Finalists; 1999 National Semi-Finalist; 2000 National Quarter-Finalist
• Semi-Professional in Switzerland
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Michelle Akers, Heather O’Reilly, Julie Ertz, Kelley O’Hara, Steven Gerrard, Mo Salah
Enjoy About Coaching:
I love being a part of a player’s journey as they develop in every facet of the game and in life. I also love helping players achieve their goals and dreams, whatever they may be. For those who aspire to play in college or beyond, I am very passionate about assisting them in this process.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Playing Pickleball and spending quality time with my Vizsla, family and friends.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
I am the Chair of the NorCal Women’s Committee and am passionate about improving and promoting all aspects of girl’s and women’s soccer, including increasing and retaining the number of women in leadership positions within the game.
Email:ErinSharpe@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(970) 683-1121
College Advising Coordinator
Video Analysis Coordinator
Fitness Coach
2009 (U17) ECNL
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Jonathan Decker
Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘C’
• USSF ‘E’
Coaching Experience:
• 7 years coaching youth soccer
• 4 Years at California Lutheran University (Division III)
• 1 year at Moorpark Junior College
Notable Coaching Achievements:
Club
• 2019 Semi-Finalists Cal South National Cup
• 2020 Quarter-Finalists Cal South National Cup
• 2019 Semi Finalists of Surf Cup
• 2019 Finalist Coast Soccer League Cup
• 3rd Place California Regional League South
College
• 2017 Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Coaching Staff of the Year
• 2017 SCIAC Conference Champion
• 2017 NCAA Sweet Sixteen
• 2017 Final Poll #19 in the Country
• 2018 #10 in the Country in Goals Against Average (Worked with Backline and Defensive Midfielders
• 4 Straight Conference Tournament Trips
• 19 All Conference Selections, 10 All-Region Selections,United Soccer Coaches All American, 1 United Soccer Coaches Scholar All-Region 1st Team, 1 United Soccer • Coaches Scholar All-Region 1st Team
Playing Experience:
California State University, Monterey Bay
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s):
Abby Wambach, Steven Gerrard, Ronaldo Nazario
Enjoy About Coaching:
Sharing my passion, love and everything I learn about the game with youth players and all other soccer enthusiasts.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
Hiking, Surfing, Camping
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
Inducted Eric Wynalda into the National Soccer Hall of Fame when I was 13. Attended the 2006 World Cup in Germany
Family:
Mother Irene, Father Scott, Brothers Taylor and Andrew
Email:jonathan@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(805) 915-8001
2008/2007 (U18/U19) ECNL
Phone: (707) 332-8995
mike@pleasantonrage.org
Mike Herman
Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘A’
• USC Premier Diploma
• USC Advanced National Goalkeeper Diploma
Coaching Experience:
• 10 years as a College Assistant (9 NCAA Division I, 1 NCAA Division II). 3 years at University of San Francisco, 6 years at the University of Hawaii, 1 Year at San Francisco State University.
• 3 Years of College Head Coaching at Holy Names University (NCAA Division II, PacWest Conference).
• Head Coach at many various levels of club soccer, from U-13 through U23 levels.
Notable Coaching Achievements:
Recognized by the 30 Under 30 Program in 2015 by the United Soccer Coaches (formerly NSCAA). Selected as one of the top 30 coaches under 30 in the nation (15 male / 15 Female). Won the 2015 Presidents Cup National Championship in the U15 age group with my Leahi 02 team.
Playing Experience: Saint Mary’s College and Holy Names University
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Tobin Heath, Steven Gerrard, Virgil Van Dyke
Enjoy About Coaching:
Working with players to reach levels of soccer that they didn’t realize they were able to get to. Helping them grow and accomplish their goals will always be my favorite part of the game. More personally, trying to solve the problems opponents present and out think the other team is one of my favorite aspects of the game. I love gameplanning.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time:
Hanging out with my family! Love watching Liverpool games with my three girls (Avery, Elia and Freya) and otherwise finding fun outdoor activities for us to do as a family.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts:
I was a Goalkeeper but fancy myself as a playmaker ;) I also speak Spanish (Spanish major in college).
Family: My wife Blair, and three daughters, Avery, Elia and Freya.
Email:mike@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:(707) 332-8995
Fitness Coach
2012 (U14) ECNL
alena@pleasantonrage.org
Alena Thom
TECHNICAL STAFF
Years Coaching at RAGE: 5 years
Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘B’
• USSF ‘C’
• SC Advanced National Diploma
Coaching Experience:
• Youth Level 16 years
• College: 4 seasons: 2 seasons at NCAA DI level and 2 seasons at the Community College level
• Current NorCal Region 3/4 and State PDP Coach
Playing Experience:
• Semi-Professionally and professionally in the USA (Various WPSL and W-League teams across the States)
• Two different clubs in Swedish Norettan
• 1st Division Bundesliga in Germany
• Wake Forest University
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Kristine Lilly, Tiffeny Milbrett, Philip Lamb
Enjoy About Coaching: I have always enjoyed being part of a team and as a coach, that is still an aspect I love! When you are working for something more than yourself, I believe you can become more than you thought possible and a team environment helps provide that. Contributing to development is also extremely rewarding. Most people don’t see the amount of work that goes into getting from point A to B. Being part of the day-to-day effort, overcoming obstacles, celebrating the successes, and ultimately helping guide players to their potential is another special part of coaching I enjoy.
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Mountain biking and other outdoor adventures, seeking out new experiences and DIY projects.
Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I tend to read magazines from back to front.
Email:alena@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2009 and 2008 ECNL-RL
jacob@pleasantonrage.org
Jacob Pickard
Years Coaching at RAGE: 2 years
Coaching Credentials:
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-USSF National “B” License
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-NSCAA Premier Diploma
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-NSCAA National Goalkeeping Diploma
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-NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma
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-NSCAA Tactical Thinking with Jose Mourinho Special Topics Diploma
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-USC Analyzing Goalkeeping Performance Special Topics Diploma
Coaching Experience:
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-25 yrs with various clubs, including Mustang, MVLA & Palo Alto/SVSA
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-14 yrs at the college level, including USF (m), Cal State East Bay (m & w), & Cal State Bakersfield (w). Currently coaching with Menlo College (w)
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-13 yrs at the high school level, including Menlo-Atherton HS (Boys Varsity) & Leland HS (Girls Varsity)
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-7 yrs with youth development programs including ODP and YNT Market Training Centers
Notable Coaching Achievements:
Head Coach:
- -4 league titles in 9 yrs, ranked as high as #18 in the nation in the ESPN/Powerade FAB 50, Coach of the Year honors from the San Jose Mercury News and Palo Alto Daily News (Menlo-Atherton HS)
- -U16 Boys ODP Region IV Finalist (’98 Boys Cal-North ODP)
Assistant Coach:
- -Defeated Stanford University in the midst of their 3-peat National Championship run from 2015-17 in 2016 (University of San Francisco)
- -Won program’s first ever CCAA Conference Championship in 2021 (Cal State East Bay)
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): My favorite current players are Nadia Nadim & Florian Wirtz. Favorite/Influential coaches are Carlo Ancelotti, Marcelo Bielsa, Johan Cruyff, Jupp Heynckes, Arrigo Sacchi & Sarina Wiegman.
Enjoy About Coaching: What I enjoy most about coaching is getting to be around the sport I love, being able to pass on both soccer and life skills, having an outlet for my competitiveness, and creating great experiences and memories for my players.
Email:jacob@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
2010 (U16) ECNL
chad@pleasantonrage.org
Chad Harper
Years Coaching at RAGE: 2 years
Coaching Credentials: NSCAA Advanced National, USSF E
Coaching Experience: 23 Years of Head Coaching Club Soccer (Mustang and RAGE), 2 years of coaching Division 1 Women’s Soccer as an Assistant Coach at St. Mary’s College of Moraga, 10 years as Head Coach at Valley Christian and Livermore High
Notable Coaching Achievements: 2004 National Champion Super Y League, 2017 NCS Coach of the Year
Playing Experience: San Jose State University, 1995-2000
Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Male – Marco Van Basten, Female – Lindsey Horan
Enjoy About Coaching: Making a positive impact in our youth while teaching them life lessons on and off the field
Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Watching my kids play sports and playing Call of Duty
Family: Beckie (wife), Savana (daughter), CT and Tyce (sons)
Email:chad@pleasantonrage.org
Phone:-
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