Augusta, GA

Kyle was first introduced to soccer at the age of 4 years old. Since that moment, Kyle has been involved in soccer as a player, coach & camp director. Kyle played collegiate soccer and earned the United Soccer Coaches All-American award. In his final year at Lancaster Bible College, Kyle captained the team, and was recipient of the Donald Urey Award, presented to the male student-athlete of the year. Graduating from LBC, with a degree in Youth Ministry, Kyle worked throughout college as a Soccer Shots instructor, in the off-season. Before making the decision to pursue soccer as a career path, Kyle served as a youth pastor for nearly 4 years. During that time, Kyle began his coaching career at Garden Spot High School. After receiving his Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership from Cairn University, he transitioned to Clarks Summit University, a NCAA Division III member, as the head coach of men’s soccer program. Prior to making the decision to leave Scranton PA, and move to Augusta, GA with his family, Kyle spent the past 5 years as the director of summer soccer camp and various clinics ranging in ages from 3 to 18 years old. Kyle is excited to share his knowledge, positive coaching style and investment in the children of the CSRA, all while having fun! In his spare time, Kyle enjoys playing drums, playing golf, woodworking and hanging out with his wife Kayla and children: Anya, Lawson & Kendra.

Coach Allison started her coaching career at Athens United after playing four years of Division II soccer. She currently holds a National D License and has coached ages from 9-14. She has been involved with soccer since the age of 4 and it has become her passion. She enjoys being able to share her passion of soccer with younger age groups and watching them develop on the field.

Coach Dallas was born and raised here in Augusta, Georgia, and has been a member of the soccer community since the age of 5. After graduating from Greenbrier High School, he went on to play collegiate soccer at Shorter University (NAIA) and Lander University (NCAA D2), where he and the Lander Bearcats, won the Peach Belt Conference in 2011. After coaching the Ralph Lundy Soccer Academy summer camps for over 4 years, he decided to take coaching to the next level by obtaining his National F, E, D, and C license. Dallas has coached at Augusta Prep, Westminster and currently coaches the Women’s Varsity program at Greenbrier High School. Since 2018, he has coached for the local travel club, Augusta Arsenal. Dallas is excited to be a part of the Soccer Shots family and looks forward to sharing his love, passion, and commitment for the game!

Coach Dylan grew up just south of Atlanta and earned his Bachelor’s in Psychology and Human Services at Clayton State University. Dylan has been playing soccer for 16 years and coaching soccer for 6 years. He has coached a wide range of age groups from 18 months to 18 years old, and is also a licensed GHSA coach. Soccer is Dylan’s passion, and he is excited to inspire and build the values that playing sports with others presents, such as teamwork, perseverance, and confidence.

Coach Cesar comes to Soccer Shots as a previous Soccer Shots parent. He loved his child’s positive experience and growth and seeks to replicate that to other children. Coach Cesar has spent his career in the military and is currently pursuing master’s degree in environmental science. Coach Cesar enjoys spending time with his wife and children.

Coach Victoria is a Helms College graduate as a certified culinarian. Coach Victoria started playing soccer in high school and was known as “The Flash” because of her lightning speed and powerful defensive skills on the soccer field. She has continued to keep up with soccer and plays when her schedule permits. She has also been a volunteer working with children’s and teen’s ministries within the CSRA for the past 7 years. She currently teaches mime dance in her local church for the ages 5-18. Coach Victoria has also served as a youth counselor at Diamond Lakes Regional Park summer youth program, which she also attended.

Coach Lucas was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM, but moved out to the Augusta area about 5 years ago for his job. He currently has a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, and is currently pursuing his Master’s Degree part time at Georgia Tech. Lucas has played soccer since he was 4 years old, and up until a recent injury, decided to pivot his love and passion of the sport into coaching the next generation of young soccer stars. Lucas’ main motivation for joining the Soccer Shots coaching family is to be a role model for younger children in the same way his coaches of his past were to him.

Coach Natalie began her soccer career at the age of 4 up until she finished getting her college degree in exercise science from Auburn University. Natalie has played soccer competitively all her life and continues to love the sport. Natalie just graduated from Brenau University getting her doctorate in Occupational Therapy. Natalie just got married in December 2023 and moved to Grovetown, GA with her husband. She has previously worked for Soccer Shots in Gwinnett and decided to continue her work in Augusta because she wants to spread her love for the sport of soccer to all of the kids. When Natalie is not coaching, she is either studying for her upcoming board exams, reading a good book, or watching movies with her husband.

Coach Kennedy grew up in Augusta and has been playing soccer since she was 4 years old. She played soccer at Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club before she went off to play collegiate soccer for 4 years at USC Aiken. She has been coaching for Soccer Shots since the beginning of Soccer Shots Augusta in March of 2020! She is excited to share her passion for soccer and be a role model for young girls.

Coach Kirsten started coaching with Soccer Shots two years ago in Maryland. She is currently pursuing a Biology degree at Georgia Southern University. Coach Kirsten has always loved sports and was a 12 season athlete in high school. College hasn't changed that; she still enjoys watching and playing sports. Coach Kirsten can't wait to kick off her first year in Georgia!

As a former military child, Coach Alex has been in the CSRA for the last 20 years. Alex grew up being around and playing competitive soccer. Locally, she played midfield for the 93-94 Augusta Arsenal gold girls’ team and for her high school, Westminster Schools of Augusta, where they won two state championships in 2009 and 2012. Coach Alex currently holds a Bachelors’ and Masters’ from Augusta University and is seeking her third degree this fall in Cybersecurity. Alex’s current hobbies other than watching soccer are going to the driving range, working out or playing at home with her yorkie, Atticus. Coach Alex is truly passionate about the game of soccer and is excited to serve the next generation of soccer players.

Coach Nicholle is a 2022 Augusta University graduate. She graduated with a degree in teaching. Coach Nicholle just wrapped her first year of teaching second grade this past school year. She has been with Soccer Shots for a year and a half. She loves to be able to continue her passion of teaching outside of the classroom through soccer. She is excited to coach this season!

Coach Sara is from Colombia, South America. She is a preschool teacher with a degree in Communication and Public Relations. Coach Sara and her husband have worked on a non profit, Gospel for Latin America, for 10 years. She is a mom of two boys who love soccer and she is excited to share her passion for soccer with young learners!

Coach Stanley is an Evans, Georgia native where he was born and raised. He is currently pursuing a degree in computer engineering and plans to continue coaching soccer while taking classes. Coach Stanley played soccer every year growing up and continues to have passion for the game. He enjoys sharing the game with the next generation and introducing more and more soccer friends to the game he fell in love with.

Coach Damon was born in Wiesbaden, Germany and has been around soccer his whole life. He recently graduated from Evans High School and is now pursuing a degree in business. While in high school, Damon was an all region player of the year for 2021, 2022, and 2023. He was also an all state mention for 2022, 2023 and was player of the year in 2021. Coach Damon also played for Augusta Arsenal on the 2006 gold team where they played in the National Pro League.

Coach Ramal is a dedicated soccer player with four years of playing experience. He is currently studying at Georgia Military College. Coach Ramal is deeply passionate about making a positive impact on the youth. He is aiming to inspire and guide them towards achieving their full potential both on and off the field. Coach Ramal is committed to creating a supportive and encouraging environment where young individuals can thrive.

Coach Ryann has been working with kids for over 4 years and loves watching them learn and grow! Outside of serving in the church and working with Soccer Shots, she will soon be a certified residential interior designer. In her downtime coach Ryann loves spending time with her husband and their two dogs!

Coach Lexie was born and raised in Augusta, Ga. She started playing soccer when she was 4 years old and started playing for Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club when she became a little older. When she was 15 years old she started missionary work in Costa Rica. After or before bible classes she would play soccer with the children. After high school, she was a walk on for Division II Women’s Soccer Team at Young Harris College for 3 years. She finished her college education at Augusta University with a degree in World Languages specializing in Spanish and certification in Linguistics. Soccer and teaching have always been her passions so she’s excited to be with Soccer Shots doing what she is passionate about! In her free time, she loves playing volleyball and soccer with all her family and friends.