I became the new Executive Director of Colorado United on June 1, 2023. I have a long history in youth soccer at all levels of the game in the Midwest, the Northeast, and in my native Denmark. I have head-coached youth, high school, State ODP, Region II ODP, National ODP, college, and semi-pro programs, as well as coached & scouted with the U.S. girl's national teams. I ran the U.S. Soccer National Training Center for Illinois & Wisconsin in 2016 & 2017. In addition to my coaching background, I have served as Academy Director, Director of Coaching, Head of Coaching, and Executive Director at four elite youth soccer clubs. I hold a Bachelor's degree in International Marketing and Master's in International Economics. I live in Centennial with my trusted sidekick Belo who is a Rhodesian Ridgeback/Hound rescue.
My role is directly responsible for the administration of the club, supporting all areas: Lollipops, Recreation, Academy, Copa Academy, Competitive, Camps, field use, risk management, staffing, etc…
I started as a Team Mom in 1989 for my oldest son’s U10B team, joining the Bomber Board of Directors in 1990, transitioning to the Littleton United Board of Directors after the merger in 1991, and moving onto the Littleton Soccer Club Board of Directors after the merger in 1998. During this time my volunteer role on the Board was VP of Administration, which evolved into being hired by the BOD as the General Manager in 1999. My long term commitment to the program is based on the club’s role in “Developing Players for Life.” The children not only learn soccer skills as a youth player, but life lessons that will serve them well as they move through each phase of life.
As Controller I oversee the accounting and financial aspects of the club and enjoy being part of the organization. My connection with the Colorado United has been for over 20 years with both my boys playing for the club and I have coached with the organization over that period of time.
Originally heralding from England I am a Derby County supporter and have visited over 30 grounds in England watching the mighty Rams play. Away from work I enjoy hanging out with my wife, two sons and family dog Billy while hiking the Colorado trails
I am the Head of Coaching-Competitive. I work alongside our Competitive Directors of Coaching to ensure we provide the best soccer opportunities for our players and coaches to help develop their skills, passion and love for the game of soccer. I am very fortunate that soccer has provided me with the opportunity to work within the sport that I love.
I have held various roles in my 19 years with Colorado United. My love for soccer stems from my childhood growing up in Wales, UK. I am “still” a passionate Manchester United fan!
When I am not out and about on the soccer fields I enjoy spending family time with my wife, Ruth and 3 children Sam, Nia and Rhiana. We enjoy hanging out, hiking, camping, socializing, golfing and travelling.
I am the Colorado United U11-19 Girls Program Director (CPD)and Co-Director of our TOPSoccer Program (special needs program).
This is my second time with Colorado United. The first time with the club I was a Competitive Director where I coached a back-to-back State Cup winning team. Between my times with the club I was the Recreational Director for Pride Soccer in Colorado Springs. For the past 8 years I have been the Recreational Director and, most recently, the Recreational Technical Director.
I try my best to pass on my love of soccer to the kids I work with whilst attempting to give them the tools to reach their full potential in the game. I want players to leave my training sessions excited and smiling whilst also feeling challenged.
When not on the field I love to spend time with my family (Wife Jill and kids, McKenna and Keegan). McKenna coaches in our U4/5 lollipop program and Keegan plays competitive soccer with us after playing rec since U4. Everyone in the family helps with our TOPS program. We love being active and spending time in the mountains. I am a huge fan of Rangers Football Club in Glasgow, Scotland. Due to time differences I am often up at 5am in the morning watching their games.
I am the Marketing & Event Director which means I handle all social media platforms, anything marketing and branding, as well as website updates and creation. I played for Colorado United growing up and knowing the process and success of the club on an individual level, really fires me up to help create a better experience for all players and families. I have been part of the club in some capacity since high school and I love how things came full circle. After HS I went on to play D1 at Drake University. Go Bulldogs!!
Being the Colorado Native that I am, when I am not working, I enjoy creating wonderful food and I love being outdoors with my dog Evans and boyfriend Kyle.
I am the Head of Coaching-Copa & Rec. I am a longtime soccer administrator, coach, and referee. Born and raised in Albuquerque, NM, I previously worked with several soccer organizations in NM . My most recent work includes assignments with the Corrales Soccer Club in Corrales, NM where I served as both the Executive Director and Associate Director of Coaching, with the New Mexico Youth Soccer Association as an Administrator and as an ODP Staff Coach, and with the New Mexico Soccer Referee Committee as the State Director of Instruction.
On the coaching side, I hold several certifications including a Grassroots Instructor License, the USSF C License, the USC Director of Coaching Diploma, and National TOPSoccer Certificates. On the referee side, I am a USSF Certified Referee, Assignor, and Referee Mentor.
Personally, I met my wife Danessa on the pitch and we have been married since 2018 and are expecting our first child. Not long after meeting, my wife shared her passion for kids living with special needs and we worked together to found the first TOPSoccer program in Corrales, NM. Off the pitch, we are advocates for children living with special needs, avid movie enthusiasts, and enjoy spending time together with our two Scottish Collies (Nova and Sage).
I am the Competitive Program Administrator. I have worked in many capacities throughout my 8 years with the club and am proud of the contributions I’ve made in each role. I hope to continue to positively impact our membership and community. I have two dogs; Montana and Nora. We love spending time in the great outdoors and enjoying all of the things in Colorado.
I am the U9-U10 Recreational & Rec Plus Director. I played Competitive Soccer with Colorado United from U11-U19 before playing Division 1 and Division 2 college soccer.
I finished my playing career at Regis University in Denver, CO where I graduated in 2022 with a degree in Marketing. I have worked for the club in many capacities starting from a Lollipops staff coach, to Lollipops site coordinator, to a staff coach in our Rec Plus Program, and currently as a coach within the Copa Academy Program. I currently hold a USSF D Coaching License. I love sharing my passion for the game of soccer with players, parents, and coaches and continuing to pay it forward to a soccer community that has given me so much!
When I am not on a soccer field, I enjoy hiking, camping, fly fishing, and all-around adventuring in the outdoors, as well as spending time with my family and friends!
My name is Jorge Isaac Miller. I was born in Guatemala City, Guatemala, and was
adopted at the age of 14 by an amazing family from Belleville, PA. Spanish is my first
language.
As the Rec Plus director, I oversee that we provide more coaching to our Rec Plus players and create a stepping stone to the competitive levels at the Club. I have been in the coaching world for 12 years now. I first began at the age of 19 with volunteering at my local club in Pennsylvania, Mifflin County United. I majored in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Management at the Pennsylvania State University, and while there, I continued to coach for the local clubs in the area. I became the administrator and coordinator for Mega Sports Camp & United Soccer Academy, as well as the main coach recruiter at United Sports Institute in New Jersey.
When I’m away from soccer, I enjoy spending time with my Fiancée, friends, family and specially our furry friends, Willie (kitty) and Checa (doggie). I like going to the mountains for hikes, adventures, and some camping. I enjoy cooking and doing small handyman projects. My favorite soccer team is Real Madrid, and my all-time favorite player is Raul (he played in the early 2000s for Madrid). I appreciate all kinds of cultural foods, Mexican food being my favorite. I’m an avid coffee fan.
My favorite quote: In life, and in sports, you miss 100 % of the shots you don’t take.
I started with Colorado United over 18 years ago as the club’s receptionist. My roles have increased throughout the years to include the Administrator for the Lollipops program and the office manager. I thoroughly enjoy working with the 3 and 4-year-olds, our youngest soccer players by creating a positive environment for them and their initial soccer experience. The knowledge I have gained and my attention to detail set a positive tone for the ultimate success of the club. In my free time, I like to read and spend time with family, friends, and my little dog, Buddy.
I'm from Bogota-Colombia. My passion in life is soccer. I started playing U4-U8 in Fair Play Club FC and then joined Pro-Club Independiente Santafe for my youth and professional career, At U12 I was able to play in the youth academy of Velez Sarsfield club (Argentina). At U16 I played in the Independiente Santafe reserves team and then was promoted to the first team where I played my first pro game in 2005 in the Colombian Professional League Primera A.
In 2012 I moved to New York, to play in the NPSL Brooklyn Italians, and started coaching youth soccer for Super Soccer Stars club for 2 years, being the U9-U12 Director of coaching, winning the NY Cosmopolitan league and state championship. In 2014 I moved to Colorado to work for Colorado Storm, for 5 years, being the Girls Regional Director of Coaching, coaching at ECNL, winning state cup titles, CYS leagues, and College Showcases, where I coached and promoted numerous High School Girls and Boys to College scholarships.
I have been with United since 2019. As the Copa Program Director, my goal is to push - train and help players advance and compete at their highest level, have the players with a smile on their faces when they leave the soccer field, grow their love for the game, and create an environment where everyone can do their best work, have fun while learning.
I hold a US Soccer C license, NSCAA National Youth - Premier - Advanced National Diploma. GK 1-2 Diploma, La Liga Formation methodology level 3, Real Madrid coaching methodology Diploma.
I have a bachelor's degree in Business Administration & Economics from Javeriana University. Before coaching, I worked at IBM for 2 years as a Sales Marketing coordinator.
I live with my girlfriend and a rescue Shepperd mix dog. I love to travel around the world, watch movies, and play tennis. I continue to play soccer every chance I get. My favorite soccer teams are Boca Juniors from Argentina and Santafe from Colombia.
As the Futsal Director my primary role within the club is to provide year-round futsal programming for our players. Secondarily, I head coach a team in the EA program and I also serve as video analyst for the EA and GA programs.
Originally from Manchester, England I started my football journey playing in various professional academies across England before playing at Leeds Metropolitan University. I started my coaching journey in 2007, coaching and obtaining licenses in the UK before moving to the U.S in 2014 to pursue coaching opportunities in a different culture.
I previously coached within the Colorado United organization, from 2014-2018, assisting staff within various programs.
I look forward to sharing my passion for both soccer and futsal with the players at the club.
Through my varied experiences obtaining licenses with The FA, US Soccer Federation, United Soccer Coaches, US Youth Futsal and United Futsal, I hope to provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences that are fun and engaging.
When I am away from coaching I enjoy playing soccer, skiing, mountain and road biking and spending quality time with my wife, Bree and our two pets, Nova and Scout.
Hello! I am the Goalkeeping Director here at Colorado United. I am a Colorado United alum having graduated in 2015. From there I went on to continue my soccer career as a Goalkeeper at Lindenwood University, where I received my B.S. in Paramedicine in 2020. I have been a volunteer coach at Colorado United in some capacity since 2016 and started as the Director of Goalkeeping in June 2022. Since arriving at Colorado United I have obtained numerous Goalkeeping licenses and continue to pursue every educational opportunity to help better our Goalkeeping Program. I have also been involved in the Colorado Select ODP program, where I worked with the 2009 Boys Goalkeepers.
Before Colorado United, I was an EMT in St. Louis while working on my Paramedic License. When I am not on the fields you can find me enjoying the Colorado outdoors, hanging out with my friends and family, and of course, watching & playing soccer whenever I get the chance.
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I am the U6-U7 Recreational Administrator for the club. I am a Colorado United alum, having played for the club for my entire youth soccer and competitive career.
My collegiate career included four years of undergrad at University of Colorado - Colorado Springs, where I earned a B.S. in Exercise Science. After graduation, I played a fifth year as a graduate student at Fort Hays State University before transitioning into their assistant coach. I will receive my Masters in Health and Human Performance from Fort Hays State in May, 2024.
My coaching career at Colorado United started in 2015 and has involved multiple roles including Lollipops coach, Lollipops site coordinator, Copa summer camp coach, and Academy Staff Coach. Additionally, I spent a summer as the head soccer coach at the Maccabi Sports Camp in Atherton, CA. I am very excited for this opportunity to bring my coaching skills and love of soccer back to the Colorado United Team, returning to the club that helped form my soccer career.
In my free time, I enjoy cooking, hiking, playing and watching sports, and spending time with my family and friends
My name is Marcus Narvaez. I’m a first generation American. My family is from Buenos Aires, Argentina, but I was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama (Roll Tide!) I played soccer competitively until I graduated from high school. I won a state championship with my club team and the 4A/5A state championship with my high school team.
I graduated from The University of Alabama at Birmingham with a degree in English in May 2020. My coaching career began in the Fall of 2020 where I worked for a club in Birmingham as well as the ODP program in Alabama. In Alabama I was the head coach for an 08 girls team that won State Cup.
I moved to Denver in August 2022 with my wife Emily and our two cats Othello and Apollo! Since moving to Colorado I’ve obtained my C license through US Soccer, I’ve learned how to ski, and am now a full time employee at Colorado United as the U11-U15 Rec Director of Coaching.
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