Jen grew up in Madison, Wisconsin and moved back to the area a few years ago with her husband and two children. Soccer has always been a big part of her life. Her high school soccer team won a Wisconsin state championship. She was a team captain and played Division I soccer at the University at Albany. She has a U.S. Soccer National D License. She has a bachelor’s degree in Communications, an associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy and a master’s degree in Sports Management. Jen has over 20 years of coaching experience working with children of all ages. She launched Soccer Shots Madison in the fall of 2019. She is excited and passionate about the opportunity to bring Soccer Shots to the area she grew up in. Jen’s goal is to positively impact the lives of children. She is dedicated to deliver a fun and memorable experience for every child through the awesome game of soccer!

Coach Rachel has been a part of our Soccer Shots team since the summer of 2021. She grew up in Janesville, WI and began playing soccer at the age of four. She continued to play club soccer through Milton Soccer Club, and played for Janesville Craig in high school. She graduated from the UW-Madison with a BA in Psychology. She is currently pursuing a dual degree in M.S./Ed.S in School Psychology at UW-Madison. Coach Rachel loves working with children, and is excited to be a part of the Soccer Shots team.

Coach Norah grew up in Madison WI. She attends Madison Area Technical College and is studying Environmental Science and Renewable Energy. In high-school she was the captain of the Girls Varsity Soccer Team. Coach Norah’s favorite part about Soccer Shots is that children can surprise her with their skills. She enjoys seeing the growth of youth soccer and the positive impact it has on children. Outside of coaching, Norah enjoys movie nights with her friends, playing instruments, spending time outside and playing video games.

Coach Jaclyn is from Crystal Lake, IL. She started playing soccer when she was six years old. She played through high school and still plays for a recreational league here in Madison. Coach Jaclyn has experience working in child-care and has worked as a nanny for several families. Her love for children and for soccer led her right to Soccer Shots Madison! Coach Jac's favorite thing about Soccer Shots is building connections with each child she coaches and watching them grow more confident each season.

Coach Aly is from Chicago, IL. She attends UW-Madison and is studying Psychology. She played soccer all throughout her childhood and high school, and has loved being able to get back on the field with Soccer Shots! Aly loves working with kids, in addition to coaching she has experience working as a camp counselor. In her free time, she likes to read, explore Madison, and spend time with her friends and family.

Coach Natalie grew up in Inver Grove Heights, MN, where she began playing soccer at five years old. She played club soccer throughout her life and played for her high school team. Coach Natalie graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Coach Natalie enjoys working with Soccer Shots and loves the youthful energy and resilience that the children bring to each session! Outside of Soccer Shots, Coach Natalie loves spending time outdoors, reading books, listening to music, and playing cards.

Coach Madi is a recent graduate from the University of Wisconsin. She's from Appleton, Wisconsin. Her favorite hobby is photography. Her favorite Soccer Shots skill is the Pull-back. Her favorite part of coaching is watching the kids improve throughout the season! Her favorite Color is green.

Coach Jenna is from From: Madison, Wisconsin. Her favorite Soccer Shots skill is defense ad her favorite part of coaching is seeing kids gain confidence as the season progresses! Her favorite food is tacos and her favorite color is gray. Her favorite hobby is playing basketball.

Coach Des is from Spring Green, Wisconsin. Her favorite Soccer Shots skill is the Pull-back. Her favorite part of coaching is being able to watch the kids grow throughout the season! She enjoys hiking! Her favorite food is pizza and her favorite color is red.