What makes me a well-rounded trainer, capable of supporting athletes of all ages and skill levels, is my diverse experiences with soccer. Not only did I play professionally for 6 years, I remain connected to the game at all levels. I currently serve as a sports commentator for the Chicago Fire which allows me to analyze the game at the pro level. I’m also an MLS Next Scout and support with identifying the nations top youth soccer talent. Additionally, I consult a local youth soccer club that develops hundreds of players annually between the ages of 3 to 14.

It’s important for me to stay abreast of how the game is evolving to ensure my athletes get the best training possible.

SOCCER CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• MLS Cup Champion | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2011

• Toronto FC | 2011

• Chicago Fire | 2006-2011

• USA National Team Camps | Mexico & Denmark | 2007

• US Open Cup Champion | Chicago Fire | 2006

• Chicago Fire PDL | 2003-2005

• University of Dayton | 2002-2005

• ODP Region 2 Team | 2001-2003 

• Ohio North State ODP Team | 2001-2002  

• 1st Team All Lorain County | 2000-2001

• Lorain County Player of the Year | 2001

• All-Lake Erie League | 2000-2001

• All-State Ohio | 2000-2001

• 1st Team All-Greater Cleveland | 2000-2001

​COACHING EXPERIENCE

• Private Training

  • Soccer by Dae | 2015-present

• Club

  • Thunder Soccer | 2022-present

  • Chicago Fire Juniors/Kopion FC | 2012-2014

• High School

  • Whitney Young High School | 2020-2022

  • Chicago Bulls College Prep | 2019-2023

​OTHER SOCCER EXPERIENCE

• Color Analyst | Chicago Fire | 2023-present

• Color Analyst | Chicago House | 2022

• MLS Next Match Evaluator/Scout | 2021-2023

COACHING EDUCATION + CERTIFICATIONS

• USSF National Licenses

• ASEP Certified Coach

• CPR Certified