Director of Coaching
Phone: (970) 683-1121
ErinSharpe@pleasantonrage.org

Erin Sharpe

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

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 20 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 Weimalab, 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. 

Recreational Director
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.

Goalkeeper Director
college advisory committee
lornabrownlie@pleasantonrage.org

Lorna Brownlie

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: Goalkeeper Director, College Advisory Committee

Coaching Credentials: 
• UEFA ‘B’
• USSF ‘D’

Coaching Experience:  8 years
• Currently an Assistant Coach at Cal Berkeley
• Assistant Coach at the University of the Pacific (2015-2019)
• Interim Head Coach at Auburn University at Montgomery (2014-2015) 
• Assistant Coach for W-League, LA Blues Soccer Club (2014)

Notable Coaching Achievements: W League Champion 2014 (Asst.)

Playing Experience: 
• Scotland National Team: U15, U17, U19
• Jacksonville University (D1) 2007-09
• University of Mobile (NAIA) 2010-2012
• NAIA All-American 2012

Favorite Player(s): Kim Little, Roy Keane

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Football was my passion long before coaching was, however it’s been a natural progression for me to give back to the game. I enjoy learning and sharing ideas to enhance one’s football journey. It’s extremely rewarding to me when an athlete puts in the work to accomplish their goals; my role is to simply guide and support that process.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
Watch sports, listen to podcasts, travel, FaceTime home and fun adventures!

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I play ice hockey.

Family: Wife Gina Carbonatto is the  Head Softball Coach at Santa Clara University

2013-2011 (7v7) AGC
2004 (U17) ECNL 2
marcoLopez@pleasantonrage.org

Marco Lopez

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 4 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2004 (U17) ECNL 2

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘B’
• USC National Diploma
• USSF ‘Y’

Coaching Experience: 
• Pleasanton RAGE Technical Staff, 2018-current
• Pleasanton Rage Coach, 2015-current
• Barcelona Bay Area Coach and Director of Youth Development, 2013–2015
• De Anza Force Head Coach, 2010-2013
• Cresenta Valley FC Head Coach, 2009-2010
• Legends FC Coach and Director of Girls Teams, 2007-2009
• PDL General Manager for Legends FC, 2007-2009
• Glendora Football Club Coach and Director of Programs, 2006-2007
• Cerritos Community College Assistant Coach, 2005-2006
• South East High Girls Varsity Head Coach, 2005-2006
• San Gabriel High School Boys Varsity Head Coach, 1998-2000

Notable Coaching Achievements: 
• 2019 State Cup Premier 3 Champions, Rage 08 Elite
• 2019 State Cup Premier 1 Champions, Rage 11 Elite
• 2018 State Cup Premier 1 Champions, Rage 09 Elite
• 2017 State Cup Final 8, Rage 09 Elite
• 2016 State Cup Champions – Blue Division Bronze, Rage 06 Grey
• 2015 San Diego Surf Cup Quarterfinalist, BBA 05G
• 2014 Las Vegas Mayors Cup Champion, BBA 05G & BBA 03G
• 2014 Crossfire Premier Finalist, BBA 03G
• 2013 State Cup Champions Premier Division, BBA 03G
• 2012 State Cup Finalist Premier Division, Force 02G
• 2009 Southern California State Cup Finalist, Legends FC 06

Playing Experience: 
• 2001 Cerritos College 
• 1999 Pasadena City College, Conference Champion Team 

Favorite Player(s): 
Steph Hougthon – Center Defender England Women’s National Team

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Developing elite youth soccer players to achieve their highest potential, technically and tactically. I do this by providing a safe and educational, yet highly competitive environment for all players where they are encouraged to work hard, play with confidence and most importantly, continue the love of the sport.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
I enjoy watching other sports such as baseball and hockey.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I still hold the record for most shutouts as a keeper in the history of Pasadena City College (6 in the 99 season)

2010-2009 (9v9) AGC
2007 (U14) ECNL
toby@pleasantonrage.org

Toby Frohlich

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2007 (U14) ECNL

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘C’
• Valencia CF Methodology
• WFA Football Tactics

Coaching Experience: 7 years 
• Kings Hammer Soccer Club – Director of Goalkeeping, July 2014 – June 2015 
• Ohio Elite Soccer Academy – Director of Goalkeeping, July 2015 – May 2017;
• Junior Girls Director, June 2017 – March 2020 
• Northern Kentucky University Men’s Soccer – Goalkeeper Coach, 2016 
• Wright State University Men’s Soccer – Goalkeeper Coach, 2020

Notable Coaching Achievements:
• 2020 Horizon League Men’s Soccer Champions
• Beat Notre Dame in the First Round of the 2020 NCAA Men’s Soccer Tournament
• Assistant Coach on First Ohio Elite Team to Make ECNL Champions League Final Four

Playing Experience: 
• Youth – Internationals Soccer Club, 2000-2011 
• Collegiate – Cleveland State University, August 2011 – May 2012
• Northern Kentucky University – August 2012 – November 2015

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Briana Scurry and Gennaro Gattuso

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Being a small part in developing young human beings through the sport of soccer. Seeing moments of joy on a player’s face or hearing it in their voice. Competition is also extremely enjoyable and I am fortunate enough to be able to compete through coaching as a job!

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
Running, golfing, watching soccer, traveling, listening to music, trying new restaurants and hanging out with family and friends.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I have been to over 30 concerts and love collecting shoes.

2008-2006 (11v11 Stage 1) AGC
2005 (U16) ECNL
alena@pleasantonrage.org

Alena Thom

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2005 (U16) ECNL

Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘C’
• USC Advanced National Diploma

Coaching Experience: 
• Youth Level 14 years
• College: 4 seasons: 2 seasons at NCAA  DI level and 2 season at 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.

2005-2003/2 (11v11 Stage 2) AGC
2006 ECNL, 2003/02 (u19) ECNL
WalterPratte@pleasantonrage.org

Walter Pratte

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 14 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2006 ECNL, 2003/02 (u19) ECNL

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘A’
• USSF ‘Y’

Coaching Experience:
25 years, including Club, High School and WPSL

Notable Coaching Achievements: 
Assisting with placing our players into collegiate programs, including 23 players in our biggest class.

Playing Experience: 
• Real Colimas Colorado League, Team Captain; 2000 League Champions/1998-2001
• Puebla Denver Latin League, Team Captain 1995, 1996, 1997; League Champions/1
• Guadalajara Colorado Division 1/1993-1995
• Club Buenaventura Semi-Professional Team Paraguay, Striker 1990-1991; League Champions/1990-1991

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): 
Alex Morgan and Leo Messi

Enjoy About Coaching: 
I want kids to learn a sport that will not only make them a good athlete but will make them a good leader on and off the field. I believe soccer gives the opportunity to help build character, discipline, commitment, and the responsibility that an athlete can carry throughout their life. When working with the youth, it is about the ability we have as coaches and parents within a community to bring out the highest playing potential, and in doing so, they become one step closer to achieving their own dreams and aspirations. I love connecting with the needs of youth soccer players of today.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
I believe every girl has a voice that can change the world, starting with her own. The most impactful way to create change and break the cycle of poverty within any community is to EMPOWER and EDUCATE girls, and that is what I have set out to do. One community, one girl at a time! My goals are centered around empowering the next generation of female student-athletes to rise up, make a difference, and become strong leaders in their own communities. I accomplish this through my work with Girls Soccer Worldwide.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I was in the Argentina Army.

2013 (u8) Elite Head Coach
Phone: (925) 699-6143
TimGray@pleasantonrage.org

Tim Gray

Years Coaching at RAGE: 20 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 
• 2013 (u8) RAGE Elite, Head Coach
• 2014 (u7) Rec Academy

Coaching Credentials: 
• NSCAA National Diploma
• USSF ‘D’

Coaching Experience: 
• 20 Years RAGE
• 3 years High School (Kennedy, Mission San Jose, Amador Valley)
• 5 Years Assistant Coach at Ohlone Junior College

Notable Coaching Achievements:
 Producing young players with a passion to play the game.

Playing Experience: 
Ohlone Junior College

Favorite Player(s): 
Rose Lavelle and Leo Messi

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Opportunity to work with next generation of soccer players. Having former players come back and get into coaching because of their positive experiences.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
Car enthusiast.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
Physical Educator at Mendenhall Middle School

2013 (U8) Elite, Assistant Coach
Phone: (510) 378-5665
lisawilson@pleasantonrage.org

Lisa Wilson

Years Coaching at RAGE: 16 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 
2013 (U8) Elite, Assistant Coach
2013 (U8) Premier, Assistant Coach

Coaching Credentials: USSF Grassroots License 

Notable Coaching Achievements: 
Giving first year comp soccer players the foundation and information to help grow them into great soccer players and even better individuals.

Playing Experience: 
• Ohlone College
• Cal State Hayward

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): 
Julie Ertz, Mia Hamm, Thierry Henry, Messi, Iniesta, Gerrard and Eden Hazard

Enjoy About Coaching: 
The moment I see that my player gets it, the concept clicks and they grow.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Going to Disneyland and making jewelry.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I love my cats and my fish.

College Advisory Committee
2012 Premier, 2012 (U9) Elite, 2008 (U13) Premier
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org

Jonathan Decker

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2012 (U9) Elite, 2008 (U13) Premier

Coaching Credentials: USSF ‘E’

Coaching Experience: 
• 5 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

2011 (U10) Elite
Phone: (209) 815-3211
DaveShaw@pleasantonrage.org

David Shaw

Years Coaching at RAGE: 10 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2011 (U10) Elite

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF National ‘A’
• NSCAA National Diploma 

Coaching Experience: 21 years

Notable Coaching Achievements: 
• 2014 – 05 State Cup, 1st place, top division
• 2013 – 04 State Cup, 3rd place, top division
• 2012 – 03 State cup, 4th place, top division

Playing Experience: 
Peterborough United Boys (England)

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): 
Kelly Smith and Ryan Giggs

Enjoy About Coaching:
Seeing players develop and finding a love for the game that I have.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
Spending time with family, playing soccer and golf.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
Lived in three different countries: Zambia, England and U.S.A.

Family: 
Wife Lesley, children Natalie and Alistair.

2011 (U10) Premier
Phone: (650) 624-6203
nick@pleasantonrage.org

Nick Mangiardi

Years Coaching at RAGE: 20 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: RAGE 2011 (U10) Premier

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘D’
• NSCAA State Diploma

Coaching Experience: 25 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.

2010 (U11) Elite Head Coach
Phone: (925) 337-3312
Pippa@pleasantonrage.org

Pippa Whitehand

Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2010 (U11) Elite Head Coach

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘C’

Playing Experience: 
• Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
• 11 years at Pleasanton RAGE

Favorite Player(s):
Stephanie Houghton and Frank Lampard 

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Watching the girls grow and love soccer as much as I do.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
Spending time with family.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I love that I get to coach with my dad.

2010 (U11) Premier
Phone:(925) 339-2265
paul@pleasantonrage.org

Paul Cardoso

Years Coaching at RAGE: 2 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2010 (U11) Premier, 2010 (U11) Orange

Coaching Credentials: USSF ‘D’

Coaching Experience: 8 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

2010 (U11) Orange
Phone: -
nina@pleasantonrage.org

Nina Cefalo

Years Coaching at RAGE: 8 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2004 (U17) Orange

Coaching Credentials: 
• NSCAA National Diploma
• USSF Grassroots

Coaching Experience: 
• Coaching youth for 13 years
• Academy of the Art Assistant Coach and Recruiting coordinator
• Northgate High School, Dougherty Valley High School, Amador High School

Playing Experience: 
• CSU East Bay
• SF Nighthawks

Favorite Player(s): Julie Ertz, Carly Lloyd and Naomi Girma

Enjoy About Coaching: Being involved with the players (they are awesome)!

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Spending time with family and hanging at the lake.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
• Won NCS at Foothill for Soccer and Softball
• Got to travel internationally to play in England, Italy and Spain

Family: Loving Husband Zach Aguirre, Parents Ron and Margo Cefalo, Sister Allie Cefalo

2009 (U12) Pre-ECNL
Phone:(925) 286-2361
robb@pleasantonrage.org

Robb Pandolfo

Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2009 (U12) Elite

Coaching Credentials: NSCAA Premier Diploma

Coaching Experience: 11 years coaching club soccer

Notable Coaching Achievements: RAGE 09 Elite: 2020 State Premier Cup Champions, Div. 2

Playing Experience: 
• 1986 San Diego Soccer 
• MISL trained with contract offered
• 2007 San Jose Earthquakes tryout

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Tobin Heath

Enjoy About Coaching: Developing and seeing the progress of individuals and team growth

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Boating, surfing, wakeboarding

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I am an aspiring winemaker

Family: My wife Elaine, and 2 daughters Jordyn and Sydney

2009 (U12) Premier
Phone:(412) 965-1036
marissa@pleasantonrage.org

Marissa Toma

Years Coaching at RAGE: 2 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2009 (U12) Premier 

Coaching Credentials: USSF Grassroots License

Coaching Experience: 
• Pleasanton RAGE Head Coach, 2018-2020
• Tacoma Community College Assistant Coach (Summer-Fall 2017
• Washington Premier, Assistant Coach, 2016-2018

Notable Coaching Achievements:
• RAGE Excellence in Coaching Award (Fall 2018)
• RAGE 06 Orange Region 3/4 U13 Bronze League Champions (Fall 2018)
• RAGE 06 Orange Second Place in U13 Bronze 3 State Cup (2018-2019)
• WPFC G04 ECNL PacNW Winter Classic Champions (January 2018)
• WPFC G04 Black Washington Presidents Cup U13 Champions (Spring 2017)
• Tacoma Community College NWAC Final Four (Fall 2017)

Playing Experience: University of Pittsburgh, 1 year

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Kristine Lilly

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Getting to know the girls on a more personal level on and off the field. Seeing players develop and learn new soccer skills. The fun and joy of the game.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Traveling, hiking, photography

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I am a vascular surgeon for my day job.  I was in the 1997-1999 National Spelling Bee. I tied for 9th in the nation and was on ESPN during my eighth grade year. I also am in the documentary Spellbound.

2009 (U12) Orange
Phone:(510) 299-7504
ali@pleasantonrage.org

Ali Jackson

Years Coaching at RAGE: 3 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2009 (U12) Orange

Coaching Credentials: USSF Grassroots 

Coaching Experience: 
• 3 years coaching comp at RAGE
• 2 years coaching high school (JV & varsity)

Notable Coaching Achievements: Started coaching competitive soccer at 19 years old 

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Carli Lloyd, Messi

Enjoy About Coaching: 
It keeps me involved in the sport, and I love being able to have the opportunity to develop young girls as players and individuals. 

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: I love listening to music, working out, and hanging out with friends. 

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I love going to concerts, I’ve been to over 100! Thank you to my parents for their persistent support and encouragement. They helped push me through a rough injury and essentially turned our garage into an at-home physical therapy room to help me rehabilitate after surgeries. 

2008 (U13) ECNL, 2007 (U14) Premier
Phone:-
grant@pleasantonrage.org

Grant Matsumoto

Years Coaching at RAGE: 4 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2008 (U13) ECNL, 2007 (U14) Premier 

Coaching Credentials: 
• NSCAA Advanced National
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Diploma
• USSF Grassroots

Coaching Experience: 13 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 teach the 5th grade in Martinez.

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.

College Advisory Committee
2008 (U13) Premier, 2012 (U9) Elite
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org

Jonathan Decker

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2008 (U13) Premier, 2012 (U9) Elite

Coaching Credentials: USSF ‘E’

Coaching Experience: 
• 5 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

2010-2009 (9v9) AGC
2007 (U14) ECNL
toby@pleasantonrage.org

Toby Frohlich

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2007 (U14) ECNL

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘C’
• Valencia CF Methodology
• WFA Football Tactics

Coaching Experience: 7 years 
• Kings Hammer Soccer Club – Director of Goalkeeping, July 2014 – June 2015 
• Ohio Elite Soccer Academy – Director of Goalkeeping, July 2015 – May 2017;
• Junior Girls Director, June 2017 – March 2020 
• Northern Kentucky University Men’s Soccer – Goalkeeper Coach, 2016 
• Wright State University Men’s Soccer – Goalkeeper Coach, 2020

Notable Coaching Achievements:
• 2020 Horizon League Men’s Soccer Champions
• Beat Notre Dame in the First Round of the 2020 NCAA Men’s Soccer Tournament
• Assistant Coach on First Ohio Elite Team to Make ECNL Champions League Final Four

Playing Experience: 
• Youth – Internationals Soccer Club, 2000-2011 
• Collegiate – Cleveland State University, August 2011 – May 2012
• Northern Kentucky University – August 2012 – November 2015

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Briana Scurry and Gennaro Gattuso

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Being a small part in developing young human beings through the sport of soccer. Seeing moments of joy on a player’s face or hearing it in their voice. Competition is also extremely enjoyable and I am fortunate enough to be able to compete through coaching as a job!

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
Running, golfing, watching soccer, traveling, listening to music, trying new restaurants and hanging out with family and friends.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I have been to over 30 concerts and love collecting shoes.

2007 (U14) Premier, 2008 (U13) ECNL
Phone:-
grant@pleasantonrage.org

Grant Matsumoto

Years Coaching at RAGE: 4 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2007 (U14) Premier, 2008 (U13) ECNL

Coaching Credentials: 
• NSCAA Advanced National
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Diploma
• USSF Grassroots

Coaching Experience: 13 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 teach the 5th grade in Martinez.

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.

2006 (U15) ECNL 2, 2005 (U16) ECNL 2
Phone: (650) 255-3776
luis@pleasantonrage.org

Luis Siu

Years Coaching at RAGE: 10 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2006 (U15) ECNL 2, 2005 (U16) ECNL 2

Coaching Credentials: 
• USC National Diploma
• USSF ‘E’

Coaching Experience: 
• 18 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 10 years now and we have two amazing young boys-Adriel (6) and Danilo (4). We also have 3 four legged doggies in all sizes: Small- Duck, Medium- Bruster, Large- Duffy.

2008-2006 (11v11 Stage 1) AGC
2005 (U16) ECNL
alena@pleasantonrage.org

Alena Thom

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2005 (U16) ECNL

Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘C’
• USC Advanced National Diploma

Coaching Experience: 
• Youth Level 14 years
• College: 4 seasons: 2 seasons at NCAA  DI level and 2 season at 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.

2005 (U16) ECNL 2, 2006 (U15) ECNL 2
Phone: (650) 255-3776
luis@pleasantonrage.org

Luis Siu

Years Coaching at RAGE: 10 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2005 (U16) ECNL 2, 2006 (U15) ECNL 2

Coaching Credentials: 
• USC National Diploma
• USSF ‘E’

Coaching Experience: 
• 18 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 10 years now and we have two amazing young boys-Adriel (6) and Danilo (4). We also have 3 four legged doggies in all sizes: Small- Duck, Medium- Bruster, Large- Duffy.

2005 (U16) Orange
Phone: (925) 219-2750
enrique@pleasantonrage.org

Enrique Rojas

Years Coaching at RAGE: 3 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2005 (U16) Orange

Coaching Credentials: USSF Grassroots 

Coaching Experience: 8 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, especially my 1 year old daughter.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I know how to say hello in 10+ languages

Family: Wife and daughter: future superstar, Elena Mae Rojas.

2005 (U16) Grey, 2006 (U15) Orange
Phone: (925) 784-5626
marissakalchik@pleasantonrage.org

Marissa Kalchik

Years Coaching at RAGE: 8 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2005 (U16) Grey, 2006 (U15) Orange

Coaching Credentials: 
• NSCAA Advanced National
• USSF ‘D’

Coaching Experience: 16 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: 
My husband, Mike, also works in sports sales and operations at UOP. I have three kids Mikey (5.5), Matthew (4) & Emily (1).

2004 (U17) ECNL
Phone: (707) 332-8995
mike@pleasantonrage.org

Mike Herman

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year 

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2004 (U17) ECNL

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 two girls (Avery and Elia) 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 two daughters, Avery and Elia.

2013-2011 (7v7) AGC
2004 (U17) ECNL 2
marcoLopez@pleasantonrage.org

Marco Lopez

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 4 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2004 (U17) ECNL 2

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘B’
• USC National Diploma
• USSF ‘Y’

Coaching Experience: 
• Pleasanton RAGE Technical Staff, 2018-current
• Pleasanton Rage Coach, 2015-current
• Barcelona Bay Area Coach and Director of Youth Development, 2013–2015
• De Anza Force Head Coach, 2010-2013
• Cresenta Valley FC Head Coach, 2009-2010
• Legends FC Coach and Director of Girls Teams, 2007-2009
• PDL General Manager for Legends FC, 2007-2009
• Glendora Football Club Coach and Director of Programs, 2006-2007
• Cerritos Community College Assistant Coach, 2005-2006
• South East High Girls Varsity Head Coach, 2005-2006
• San Gabriel High School Boys Varsity Head Coach, 1998-2000

Notable Coaching Achievements: 
• 2019 State Cup Premier 3 Champions, Rage 08 Elite
• 2019 State Cup Premier 1 Champions, Rage 11 Elite
• 2018 State Cup Premier 1 Champions, Rage 09 Elite
• 2017 State Cup Final 8, Rage 09 Elite
• 2016 State Cup Champions – Blue Division Bronze, Rage 06 Grey
• 2015 San Diego Surf Cup Quarterfinalist, BBA 05G
• 2014 Las Vegas Mayors Cup Champion, BBA 05G & BBA 03G
• 2014 Crossfire Premier Finalist, BBA 03G
• 2013 State Cup Champions Premier Division, BBA 03G
• 2012 State Cup Finalist Premier Division, Force 02G
• 2009 Southern California State Cup Finalist, Legends FC 06

Playing Experience: 
• 2001 Cerritos College 
• 1999 Pasadena City College, Conference Champion Team 

Favorite Player(s): 
Steph Hougthon – Center Defender England Women’s National Team

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Developing elite youth soccer players to achieve their highest potential, technically and tactically. I do this by providing a safe and educational, yet highly competitive environment for all players where they are encouraged to work hard, play with confidence and most importantly, continue the love of the sport.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
I enjoy watching other sports such as baseball and hockey.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I still hold the record for most shutouts as a keeper in the history of Pasadena City College (6 in the 99 season)

2005-2003/2 (11v11 Stage 2) AGC
2006 ECNL, 2003/02 (u19) ECNL
WalterPratte@pleasantonrage.org

Walter Pratte

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 14 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2006 ECNL, 2003/02 (u19) ECNL

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘A’
• USSF ‘Y’

Coaching Experience:
25 years, including Club, High School and WPSL

Notable Coaching Achievements: 
Assisting with placing our players into collegiate programs, including 23 players in our biggest class.

Playing Experience: 
• Real Colimas Colorado League, Team Captain; 2000 League Champions/1998-2001
• Puebla Denver Latin League, Team Captain 1995, 1996, 1997; League Champions/1
• Guadalajara Colorado Division 1/1993-1995
• Club Buenaventura Semi-Professional Team Paraguay, Striker 1990-1991; League Champions/1990-1991

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): 
Alex Morgan and Leo Messi

Enjoy About Coaching: 
I want kids to learn a sport that will not only make them a good athlete but will make them a good leader on and off the field. I believe soccer gives the opportunity to help build character, discipline, commitment, and the responsibility that an athlete can carry throughout their life. When working with the youth, it is about the ability we have as coaches and parents within a community to bring out the highest playing potential, and in doing so, they become one step closer to achieving their own dreams and aspirations. I love connecting with the needs of youth soccer players of today.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
I believe every girl has a voice that can change the world, starting with her own. The most impactful way to create change and break the cycle of poverty within any community is to EMPOWER and EDUCATE girls, and that is what I have set out to do. One community, one girl at a time! My goals are centered around empowering the next generation of female student-athletes to rise up, make a difference, and become strong leaders in their own communities. I accomplish this through my work with Girls Soccer Worldwide.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I was in the Argentina Army.

2003 (U19) ECNL 2, 2008 (U13) ORANGE
Phone: (925) 383-7916
shawn@pleasantonrage.org

Shawn McHugh

Years Coaching at RAGE: 6 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2003 (U19) ECNL 2, 2008 (U13) ORANGE

Coaching Credentials: USSF ‘E’

Coaching Experience: 22 Years,  Head Varsity Coach Dublin High

• Notable Coaching Achievements:
• NCS Champions 2006
• NCS Runner up 2001
• NorCal HS Coach of the Year 2006
• NCS Coach of the Year 2 times

Playing Experience: Northwestern LA 1994-1996

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Hope Solo

Enjoy About Coaching: Developing young people.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: Mountain biking, snowboarding, anything outside.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: Manchester City rules!

Family: Wife Wendy, daughters Avery (12) & Hayden (9)

2004/2003 (U19) Orange
Phone: (508) 397-6921
brian@pleasantonrage.org

Brian Catalano

Years Coaching at RAGE: First Year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2003/2 Orange  

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘A’ 
• USSF ‘Y’
• USC Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma

Coaching Experience:  10 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. 

2008 (U13) ORANGE
Phone:-
evelyn@pleasantonrage.org

Evelyn Fierros

Years Coaching at RAGE: 

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2008 (U13) ORANGE

Coaching Credentials: 

Coaching Experience:

Playing Experience: 

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): 

Enjoy About Coaching: 

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 

Family: 

Director of Coaching
Phone: (970) 683-1121
ErinSharpe@pleasantonrage.org

Erin Sharpe

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

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 20 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 Weimalab, 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. 

Goalkeeper Director
college advisory committee
lornabrownlie@pleasantonrage.org

Lorna Brownlie

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: Goalkeeper Director, College Advisory Committee

Coaching Credentials: 
• UEFA ‘B’
• USSF ‘D’

Coaching Experience:  8 years
• Currently an Assistant Coach at Cal Berkeley
• Assistant Coach at the University of the Pacific (2015-2019)
• Interim Head Coach at Auburn University at Montgomery (2014-2015) 
• Assistant Coach for W-League, LA Blues Soccer Club (2014)

Notable Coaching Achievements: W League Champion 2014 (Asst.)

Playing Experience: 
• Scotland National Team: U15, U17, U19
• Jacksonville University (D1) 2007-09
• University of Mobile (NAIA) 2010-2012
• NAIA All-American 2012

Favorite Player(s): Kim Little, Roy Keane

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Football was my passion long before coaching was, however it’s been a natural progression for me to give back to the game. I enjoy learning and sharing ideas to enhance one’s football journey. It’s extremely rewarding to me when an athlete puts in the work to accomplish their goals; my role is to simply guide and support that process.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
Watch sports, listen to podcasts, travel, FaceTime home and fun adventures!

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: I play ice hockey.

Family: Wife Gina Carbonatto is the  Head Softball Coach at Santa Clara University

College Advisory Committee
2012 Premier, 2012 (U9) Elite, 2008 (U13) Premier
jonathan@pleasantonrage.org

Jonathan Decker

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2012 (U9) Elite, 2008 (U13) Premier

Coaching Credentials: USSF ‘E’

Coaching Experience: 
• 5 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

2010-2009 (9v9) AGC
2007 (U14) ECNL
toby@pleasantonrage.org

Toby Frohlich

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2007 (U14) ECNL

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘C’
• Valencia CF Methodology
• WFA Football Tactics

Coaching Experience: 7 years 
• Kings Hammer Soccer Club – Director of Goalkeeping, July 2014 – June 2015 
• Ohio Elite Soccer Academy – Director of Goalkeeping, July 2015 – May 2017;
• Junior Girls Director, June 2017 – March 2020 
• Northern Kentucky University Men’s Soccer – Goalkeeper Coach, 2016 
• Wright State University Men’s Soccer – Goalkeeper Coach, 2020

Notable Coaching Achievements:
• 2020 Horizon League Men’s Soccer Champions
• Beat Notre Dame in the First Round of the 2020 NCAA Men’s Soccer Tournament
• Assistant Coach on First Ohio Elite Team to Make ECNL Champions League Final Four

Playing Experience: 
• Youth – Internationals Soccer Club, 2000-2011 
• Collegiate – Cleveland State University, August 2011 – May 2012
• Northern Kentucky University – August 2012 – November 2015

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): Briana Scurry and Gennaro Gattuso

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Being a small part in developing young human beings through the sport of soccer. Seeing moments of joy on a player’s face or hearing it in their voice. Competition is also extremely enjoyable and I am fortunate enough to be able to compete through coaching as a job!

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
Running, golfing, watching soccer, traveling, listening to music, trying new restaurants and hanging out with family and friends.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I have been to over 30 concerts and love collecting shoes.

2004 (U17) ECNL
Phone: (707) 332-8995
mike@pleasantonrage.org

Mike Herman

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year 

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2004 (U17) ECNL

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 two girls (Avery and Elia) 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 two daughters, Avery and Elia.

2013-2011 (7v7) AGC
2004 (U17) ECNL 2
marcoLopez@pleasantonrage.org

Marco Lopez

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 4 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2004 (U17) ECNL 2

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘B’
• USC National Diploma
• USSF ‘Y’

Coaching Experience: 
• Pleasanton RAGE Technical Staff, 2018-current
• Pleasanton Rage Coach, 2015-current
• Barcelona Bay Area Coach and Director of Youth Development, 2013–2015
• De Anza Force Head Coach, 2010-2013
• Cresenta Valley FC Head Coach, 2009-2010
• Legends FC Coach and Director of Girls Teams, 2007-2009
• PDL General Manager for Legends FC, 2007-2009
• Glendora Football Club Coach and Director of Programs, 2006-2007
• Cerritos Community College Assistant Coach, 2005-2006
• South East High Girls Varsity Head Coach, 2005-2006
• San Gabriel High School Boys Varsity Head Coach, 1998-2000

Notable Coaching Achievements: 
• 2019 State Cup Premier 3 Champions, Rage 08 Elite
• 2019 State Cup Premier 1 Champions, Rage 11 Elite
• 2018 State Cup Premier 1 Champions, Rage 09 Elite
• 2017 State Cup Final 8, Rage 09 Elite
• 2016 State Cup Champions – Blue Division Bronze, Rage 06 Grey
• 2015 San Diego Surf Cup Quarterfinalist, BBA 05G
• 2014 Las Vegas Mayors Cup Champion, BBA 05G & BBA 03G
• 2014 Crossfire Premier Finalist, BBA 03G
• 2013 State Cup Champions Premier Division, BBA 03G
• 2012 State Cup Finalist Premier Division, Force 02G
• 2009 Southern California State Cup Finalist, Legends FC 06

Playing Experience: 
• 2001 Cerritos College 
• 1999 Pasadena City College, Conference Champion Team 

Favorite Player(s): 
Steph Hougthon – Center Defender England Women’s National Team

Enjoy About Coaching: 
Developing elite youth soccer players to achieve their highest potential, technically and tactically. I do this by providing a safe and educational, yet highly competitive environment for all players where they are encouraged to work hard, play with confidence and most importantly, continue the love of the sport.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
I enjoy watching other sports such as baseball and hockey.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I still hold the record for most shutouts as a keeper in the history of Pasadena City College (6 in the 99 season)

2005-2003/2 (11v11 Stage 2) AGC
2006 ECNL, 2003/02 (u19) ECNL
WalterPratte@pleasantonrage.org

Walter Pratte

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 14 years

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2006 ECNL, 2003/02 (u19) ECNL

Coaching Credentials: 
• USSF ‘A’
• USSF ‘Y’

Coaching Experience:
25 years, including Club, High School and WPSL

Notable Coaching Achievements: 
Assisting with placing our players into collegiate programs, including 23 players in our biggest class.

Playing Experience: 
• Real Colimas Colorado League, Team Captain; 2000 League Champions/1998-2001
• Puebla Denver Latin League, Team Captain 1995, 1996, 1997; League Champions/1
• Guadalajara Colorado Division 1/1993-1995
• Club Buenaventura Semi-Professional Team Paraguay, Striker 1990-1991; League Champions/1990-1991

Favorite Professional Soccer Player(s): 
Alex Morgan and Leo Messi

Enjoy About Coaching: 
I want kids to learn a sport that will not only make them a good athlete but will make them a good leader on and off the field. I believe soccer gives the opportunity to help build character, discipline, commitment, and the responsibility that an athlete can carry throughout their life. When working with the youth, it is about the ability we have as coaches and parents within a community to bring out the highest playing potential, and in doing so, they become one step closer to achieving their own dreams and aspirations. I love connecting with the needs of youth soccer players of today.

Enjoy Doing in Free Time: 
I believe every girl has a voice that can change the world, starting with her own. The most impactful way to create change and break the cycle of poverty within any community is to EMPOWER and EDUCATE girls, and that is what I have set out to do. One community, one girl at a time! My goals are centered around empowering the next generation of female student-athletes to rise up, make a difference, and become strong leaders in their own communities. I accomplish this through my work with Girls Soccer Worldwide.

Any Other Notable or Fun Facts: 
I was in the Argentina Army.

2008-2006 (11v11 Stage 1) AGC
2005 (U16) ECNL
alena@pleasantonrage.org

Alena Thom

TECHNICAL STAFF

Years Coaching at RAGE: 1 year

Team(s) Coaching at RAGE: 2005 (U16) ECNL

Coaching Credentials:
• USSF ‘C’
• USC Advanced National Diploma

Coaching Experience: 
• Youth Level 14 years
• College: 4 seasons: 2 seasons at NCAA  DI level and 2 season at 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.