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As the Director of Coaching, Chandler oversees all club programs and operations here in Salt Lake City. Chandler played soccer his whole life, and his dreams were realized when he signed to play in the MLS. He played professionally for 11 seasons with the likes of the Philadelphia Union, LA Galaxy, Houston Dynamo and the Real Monarchs in Salt Lake City, scoring 90+ career goals. Playing with stars like Robbie Keane, Landon Donovan, and DaMarcus Beasley, Chandler has been around some of the highest levels of soccer.
As his career came to an end Chandler knew he wanted to combine his love for God with his love for soccer, but didn’t know how, until he found Impact City. He knew God was calling him to come make a difference here. He is passionate about training up the next generation in the ways of Jesus and showing them what it looks like to have a coach who is not just a soccer expert, but also godly, kind, loving, and challenging!
Chandler grew up in Birmingham, Alabama and has lived all over the United states. He and his wife Julianna are excited to have returned to Salt Lake City, where they have deep family roots and history. They both love gelato and spending time in the outdoors. To connect with Chandler, join a team or program, or learn how to get more involved, please use his email below.
As the Director of Coaching, Nikita oversees all club operations here in Indianapolis. He got involved with Impact City FC as a coach in our St. Louis location after living in Mexico as a missionary. As a player, he was an All-American in high school and earned a full scholarship to Indiana University where he went on to score the game-winning goal in the 2012 National Championship game. He was drafted to play professionally by the Portland Timbers and last played for Mosta F.C. in the Maltese Premier League, where he was the club’s leading goal scorer before COVID-19 suspended the rest of the season.
In between the beginning and end of his professional soccer career, Nikita became a born-again Christian and went to Discipleship Training School through Youth With a Mission to seek His Kingdom first (Matthew 6:33). He also went through the Discipleship Bible School and led numerous outreach teams in spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ and serving various Children ministries in Tijuana, Mexico. Above all else, he aims to illuminate the Father Heart of God and see the next generation of children live out their God-given identities to excel in their lives.
Nikita was born in Russia and moved to the United States when he was five years old but grew up in Indianapolis where he attended North Central High School. He met his wife (Claire) in Mexico serving her outreach team and they have one son Jonathan (Jonny). Feel free to reach out to Nikita to connect and hear more about his story and Impact City FC Indianapolis!
As the Director of Coaching, Nic oversees all club operations and programs here in Charleston. Nic grew up playing football in England for local academy teams and has earned UEFA and USSF C coaching licenses and coached with the New York Red Bulls Academy affiliate in the states. He has spent the past 15+ years pastoring in the local church.
Nic, however, realized that soccer is an exceptional pathway to reach people, and can help people grow in character, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills. He felt that Impact City was the perfect place to combine soccer, christ-centered leadership development, and his pastoral experience.
Nic is married to Amy and has three kids and a pet dog called Harry, named after his soccer hero, Harry Kane! To connect with Nic, join a team or program, or learn how to get more involved, please use his email below.
As the Director of Coaching, Erick oversees all club operations here in St. Louis. He comes to Impact City FC after coaching at Missouri Baptist University and interning in Team Operations with Saint Louis FC. As a player, he captained the team at Missouri Baptist University, and received Academic All-American honors. Now, he even spearheads our Impact City FC St. Louis men’s team, who have won multiple local tournaments!
But more than soccer, Erick loves the Lord, and is a man of kindness and thoughtfulness – always making people feel special and loved. He has been serving on staff for over 3 years and longs to see the next generation of children equipped with the tools they need to succeed – namely the gospel of Jesus Christ and biblical life and leadership principles.
Erick was born in Miami to a Colombian family and is fluent in English as well as Spanish. His wife Mackenzie also coaches in the club, and they reside in Wentzville, MO with their son Beckham. Him and Mackenzie both actively volunteer in the youth ministry at Morning Star Church. Feel free to reach out to Erick to connect and hear more about his story and Impact City FC St. Louis!
As the Club Administrator, Kiersten oversees the organization of our teams and events here in Salt Lake City. Her soccer career began on a rec team coached by her mom at the age of 5 and peaked as the captain of her high school girl’s team. But playing soccer and being part of a team are Kiersten’s favorite and most fun memories from my childhood. She is happy to be able to help facilitate that same experience for new families and the upcoming generation of players in Salt Lake City. She enjoyed a career as a nurse before becoming a mom and has cherished being home with her kids full-time since then.
Since discovering Impact City FC through a flier at her sons’ elementary school, she have felt like God is up to something great in Salt Lake City! Kiersten loves soccer, kids, and Jesus! She believes Impact City FC is the perfect opportunity for her to combine these passions and show love to the neighbors in our local Salt Lake City community. Kiersten is naturally compassionate and kind and finds joy in serving others.
Kiersten is originally from Bend, OR. Her family has lived in Salt Lake City for 10 years and hopes to never leave the hidden gem! They have two young boys who play for ICFC, and when she is not in a car driving someone to practice or on the sidelines of a soccer field, she loves to do anything active, adventurous, and outside! She especially loves long runs with her dog and hiking trails in the Utah mountains.
To get more information about our teams and operations, please reach out to Kiersten below!
As the Program Coordinator, Heitor will oversee our Juniors Academy (4-7 year olds), Technical Training, After School, and CityReach programs. Heitor grew up in Brazil, and played professional soccer in Brazil, Spain, and Poland before coming to the U.S. It was here that he discovered his passion for coaching, both collegiately and professionally. He was the Assistant Coach for the L.A. Force, before moving to Salt Lake City to work with Impact City FC.
Heitor is a genuinely kind man, with an exceptional soccer background. He believes he was created to play and coach soccer, but to use it for something bigger than himself – God’s glory. Heitor truly wants to use the game to make an eternal impact!
He loves to read, exercise, and write. You can catch him outside or at the gym when he’s not at the field! To learn more about our programs, or to meet Heitor, use his email below.
As the Program Coordinator and Marketing and Development Coordinator, Sam oversees our Juniors Academy (4-7 year olds), Technical Training, After School, and CityReach programs as well as telling our story and getting more people involved here in Charleston. Sam played soccer from as soon as he could walk in many different expressions from cub scouts to elementary and high school, to Sunday league, five-a-side adult leagues, and rec games. Growing up close to North London he has been a lifelong Arsenal FC, and has had the privilege of going to many games!
For the past 7-8 years Sam has been a professional in creative ministry. After completing ministry school in California, he has been a youth and young adult pastor in the UK and USA. Sam believes that Jesus loves humanity and his heart is to see that love impact and transform the world. He is gifted in communication, inspiration, and seeing individuals walk in the wholeness Jesus offers.
He was born in the UK and grew up just outside of north London in a town called Bishops Stortford. In his free time, he loves watching Arsenal play, playing golf, and enjoying his passion of playing the drums.
To connect with Sam and hear more about Impact City FC Charleston, please use his email below!
As the Program Coordinator, Emmanuel (or Manny as we call him), oversees Juniors Academy, After School Programs, and CityReach. He played college soccer at Southern Wesleyan University, professionally for the St. Louis Ambush and then coached collegiately at Lindenwood University.
Manny is a strong man of God who is excellent at understanding and teaching the Bible. He also has a beautiful heart for Children, and is gifted at bringing the best out of them both as leaders and as soccer players. Manny’s passion is contagious, and his work ethic is second to none. Being around Manny makes all of us better, and he helps makes Impact City FC a better place.
He is married to his lovely wife Megan, and they have a young boy named Zion. Manny has received his Master’s degree in Human Resource Management and Divinity To hear more about Manny and inquire about our Programs, please reach out using the information below!
As the Director of Coaching, Jean oversees all club operations here in South Florida. Jean captained the Haitian National Team for over a decade, while playing for Real Salt Lake, San Jose Earthquakes, Orlando City, and several clubs in the top divisions of Malaysia and Taiwan. Since retirement, he has jumped into coaching with South Florida Football Academy leading the U12 and U17 MLS Next boys teams.
Jean has a sincere heart for people and believes his calling is to maximize the God-given potential of others through the game of soccer. He also acts as our International Sporting Director enhancing our club philosophy and player development pathway in the United States, and expanding our reach internationally.
Jean loves traveling, hosting, and spending time with his family. He lives with his wife, Karen, and their two children, Charlotte and Olivia in Wellington, Florida. To connect with Jean, join a team or program, or learn how to get more involved, please use his email below.
As the Director of Coaching, David oversees all club operations here in Dallas. David’s first coaching experience came in 2007 when, at 17 years old, he helped his high school coach kickstart their middle school soccer team. After high school, he played college soccer for Richland College (Dallas, TX) where the team finished runner-up in the NJCAA national tournament. He later transferred to Southeastern Assemblies of God University (now Nelson University in Waxahachie, TX) where the team won the NCCAA Regional tournament and qualified for Nationals in 2011.
During that same summer, David and, then girlfriend, Kaylyn attended the Chicago Eagles Academy where they were trained in sports ministry. Their time at the academy confirmed that they were called to use soccer as a tool to tell others about Jesus.
David then founded South City Athletic Club while leading soccer mission trips to El Salvador. Now with 15 years of coaching experience, he holds the National Youth License and the United States Soccer Federation D License. To connect with David and hear more about Impact City FC here in Dallas, use his email below.
As the Program Coordinator, Khristian oversees our Juniors Academy (4-7 year olds), After School, and CityReach programs. Khristian is a current free agent, but has played professionally in Spain, Argentina, and Uruguay. As a goalkeeper, he is also lending his expertise by training all of our goalkeepers as well.
Khristian wants to live and serve the Lord by spreading God’s love and Word to everyone he meets. He is excited to be able to share God’s word with the next generation through Impact City FC, and helping them grow as athletes and followers of Christ.
He is a native of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, but his family is from Argentina, Honduras, and Ukraine. Khristian speaks two languages and loves country music, and you can spot him playing soccer, golf, pickleball, or tennis in his free time. To connect with Khristian and learn more about Impact City FC here in South Florida, use his email below.
As the Club Administrator, Alicia (ah-lee-see-ah), oversees the organization of our teams and events here in Charleston. Alicia started playing soccer at age 9 and joined the army at 18 to continue her playing career. While deployed around the world, she found ways to play the beautiful game wherever she went. Alicia served an Army Medic for 10 years, but now calls mother and coach her proudest titles.
Coaching youth soccer for the past 12 years, Alicia has shifted her focus from her own playing career towards the next generation, as she loves developing and mentoring young players. Alicia was Born in Wahiawa, HI and grew up in Central California. She is now a soon to be mother of nine kids and is excited to continue to be a mom and coach for many years to come.
To connect with Alicia and hear more about Impact City FC Charleston, please use her email below!
As the Club Administrator, Christy Schlautman oversees the organization of our teams and events here in St. Louis. Christy has a background in Marketing and Events around the city. An avid Soccer mom, her kids play for our teams here in St. Louis, and she is highly involved in our club activities.
Christy is a kind and genuine soul and always sees the best in people, Our club would not be the same without Christy, her ability to get things done and keep everything organized is second to none.
She was born in St. Louis, and her and her husband have 4 kids. She loves fall and enjoys a good sweater. To get more information about our teams and operations, please reach out to Christy below!
As the Program Coordinator, Kory oversees our Juniors Academy (4-7 year olds), After School, and CityReach programs. Kory grew up playing soccer, but then discovered a passion for music. After studying music in college, he joined the United States Marine Corps where he had the honor of serving as a Marine musician. He has since worked for and with local businesses, youth soccer leagues, and volunteered his time to serve the high school aged boys in his local Church.
Kory has always been passionate to invest in the next generation, and currently serves on the board of a local recreational soccer association, coaches three of his four sons’ soccer teams, and stays active on the field as a certified soccer referee.
Kory is married to his wife Heidi, and loves living the joys of Texas life on the farm, where he and his family have 3 dogs, 9 cats and raise goats, pigs, chickens, and ducks. To connect with Kory and learn more about Impact City FC here in Dallas, use his email below.
As the Club Administrator, Abby, oversees the organization of our teams and events here in South Florida. Abby has a background in healthcare and has also worked in education as an assistant and substitute teacher, while also serving the community through supporting foster care nonprofits. She is also a soccer and track/cross country mom, cheering on her kids in all sports.
Abby is passionate about Impact City’s missional nature that uses the game of soccer to build character, grow faith, and foster love and teamwork.
Her family lives in Jupiter, FL, where you can catch her on the track, cross county, or soccer field, cheering on her children and their teammates or at the beach with her husband and kids. To get more information about our teams and operations, please reach out to Abby below!
As the Director of Coaching, Jean-Michaël oversees all club operations here in Cap-Haitien. He has always loved the game and been an excellent footballer. He was even given the nickname “Kaka”, as he played for various schools, his university, and his locality in the 3rd division.
Jean-Michael came to know Christ at a young age and has always had a natural sense of leadership and responsibility. He has coached youth soccer, received a degree in administrative sciences, led the Choir his Church, and participated in several soccer seminars. He was introduced to Impact City through our Impact Coaching Academy Training course we did in Haiti, and his dreams and skills aligned perfectly for him to serve as our Director of Coaching.
He was born in Borgne, Haiti, and is married to the woman of his dreams, Eve, with whom they recently had their first son, Jean-Léandro. Jean-Michael has a joyful spirit and is excited to be a part of what God’s doing. To connect with him and hear more about Impact City FC Cap-Haitien, please use his email below!
As the Club Admin, Abbey oversees the organization of our teams and events here in Indianapolis. Throughout her whole life, Abbey has always thrived on relationships and interacting with others. She loves to pour into families and children, and now gets the opportunity to do so through Impact City.
Abbey was born and raised in Indianapolis, and she loves to spend time with her friends and family. She also loves to pour into other women at a mother's ministry at her church, and in her free time, you can find her cooking, baking, or interacting and socializing with just about anyone she comes across!
To connect with Abbey and hear more about Impact City FC in Indianapolis, please use her email below!
As the Club Admin, Leigh oversees the organization of our teams and events here in Dallas. Leigh has been in and around sports for her entire life. Her strong faith was instilled at an early age and has been the central guidepost for her life. Leigh has a degree graduated from the Human Development and Family Studies, and also earned a teaching certificate that allowed her to work with children with special needs for many years.
Leigh is excited to be able to serve at Impact City FC because of the community and ministry it provides to families, as all of her children have experienced the benefits of soccer ministry!
Leigh grew up in the Dallas area and now lives there with her family. She enjoys spending time with her husband and family on their small hobby farm, tending to animals and her children. To connect with Leigh and hear more about Impact City FC in Dallas, use her email below.
As the Marketing and Development Coordinator, Nickie oversees telling our story and getting more people involved here in South Florida. Nickie grew up playing recreational soccer with her dad as her coach and continued to play through high school. After graduating, she earned degrees in Business Management and Marketing with the goal of helping small businesses and organizations grow.
Nickie has seen firsthand the effects of soccer ministry in the lives of her two kids who have played for Impact City FC, and wants to give more families the opportunity to experience the difference.
She lives in Jupiter with her husband Joe, their two children, Jenna and Wade, and their golden doodle, Wilson. In her free time, you’ll find her spending time outside, leading in kid’s ministry at her church, and celebrating and recognizing God’s presence in everyday moments. To connect with Nickie and learn more about Impact City FC here in South Florida, use her email below.
As the Club Admin, Benscheley oversees the organization of our teams and events here in Cap-Haitien. He created his own Soccer Ministry helping people learn about the love of Jesus, and now contributes his love for the sport to Impact City’s operations in Cap-Haitien.
From a young age, Benscheley was touched by the story in the Bible of the shepherd going after his lost sheep, which inspired him to give his life to Christ. He now leads the youth at his Church and has been coaching younger players for several years. He attended our Impact Coaching Academy Training course a few years ago and is excited to now train young people in soccer and the ways of Jesus through Impact City FC Cap-Haitien.
He was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti but moved to Cap-Haitien soon after. You can find him playing football with his friends in his free time and advocating for the motto ✝️>⚽, which stands for “Jesus is greater than soccer.” To connect with Benscheley and hear more about Impact City FC Cap-Haitien, please use his email below!
Since that time Aaron has held coaching positions at Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach Atlantic University and Southwestern Assemblies of God University. Prior to founding Impact City FC he spent a decade pastoring in the local church. Aaron is the author of Today vol. 1 and holds a Masters in Theological Studies from Liberty University. He and his wife Lauryn have three kids and reside in South Florida.
Jean has a sincere heart for people and believes his calling is to maximize the God-given potential of others through the game of soccer. He is currently getting his USSF A license and is specially positioned to help our national technical staff embody exceptional care and remarkable quality.
Jean loves traveling, hosting, and spending time with his family. He lives with his wife, Karen, and their two children, Charlotte and Olivia in Florida.
Renée's faith in Jesus is the cornerstone of her work, guiding her decisions and actions and creating a life rooted in scripture and authenticity. Renée’s commitment to integrity and transparency creates a culture of trust and respect within the organization, always seeking to uplift and empower the teams she serves. Renée lives in South Florida with her family and enjoys sun, sand, and singing.
Luke loves proclaiming the story of the gospel in any way he can and seeing those around him touched by the beauty of who God is. He currently resides in West Palm Beach, Florida, enjoys a nice game of tennis, and can be found snapping photos of local attractions in his free time.
Jamie has three children who represent ICFC with the 2013 Boys, 2015 girls a future 2020 girls Jr Academy player! She enjoys serving in ministry with her husband, hosting dinner parties and has a small obsession with reading cookbooks in her spare time. She is excited about helping see players and families know and grow in Jesus through Impact City!
In 2019, Jim felt God calling him out of the business world to pursue ministry opportunities. He is now the chaplain for St. Louis City SC and a leader in his local church. He believes his calling is to use his financial management tools for the Kingdom. Jim is also a trained performance coach and uses this skill set to disciple Christians into a growing relationship with Jesus. His goal is to see people allow God to love them, so they can spread God’s love.
He lives in St. Louis, MO, and has 3 kids with his wife Brooke. He enjoys Chelsea FC and St. Louis City SC, Buffalo Bills football, and Mexican food.
As the Director of Coaching Education, Brett continually works to elevate the quality of our coaching across the board. He instructs our coaches on how to create high-performance training environments, how to develop players, and how to build healthy and winning team cultures. He does so by visiting our various locations throughout the season and giving on field training sessions for our coaches, while also overseeing coaches education virtually through periodic digital training workshops!
Brett has an exceptional resumé that includes but is not limited to the following accolades: former MLS First Team Assistant Coach for Real Salt Lake, Nashville SC, and the Colorado Rapids, former First Team Head Coach: Europa Point F.C. in Gibraltar and Portland Timbers FC (U23’S). He was one of the first to work within the English Football Association’s Academy system as a full-time coach for Wimbledon Football Club and later spent time with the for Portuguese U-17 National Team. Brett is a Holder of USSF A license and UEFA B license (with A pending), and is a current USSF A license Course Instructor. He is a Winner of the MLS Cup and the Algarve Cup, and has coached in the US Open Cup, the Concacaf Champions League, and the USL Championship Playoffs. He has been a Director of Coaching in multiple states and is now the current Assistant Coach at Utah Valley University.
More than that though, she has a massive heart to use the game that changed her life as a tool to reach the next generation. As the Transition Coordinator, she will work with the SCAC staff and family to ensure that they experience exceptional care and remarkable quality as we come together as one moving into the future!
