North Location Staff

Grew up in Buffalo Grove, Ill. and currently resides in Lake Bluff, Ill… Played Division I soccer at the University of Louisville… Joined Eclipse Select in 2019… Currently holds a National D Coaching License

Why did you Join Eclipse?
I joined to get back into youth soccer after taking a slight hiatus

What do you like the most about coaching?
Having the ability to develop and get to know the kids.

Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
They have the best opportunity to play at a high level.

Grew up in Morton Grove, Ill. and currently resides in Wheeling, Ill… Niles West High School (Goalkeeper 1993-1995)… Indiana University Head Women’s Club Soccer Coach (1999-2000)… Niles West High School (2000-2002)… Glenbrook South High School (Head Varsity Girls Soccer Coach 2006-2018)… Head Varsity Boys Soccer Coach (2014-2016), Staff Coach FC United Soccer Club (2011-2018)… Glenbrook South High School (Business Education Teacher 2006-present), Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association (Executive Board Member – Public Relations Director 2012-present)… IHSA Soccer and Basketball Referee (1996-present)… Joined Eclipse Select in 2019… Currently holds a NSCAA National Coaching Diploma, NSCAA National Goalkeeping Coaching Diploma and a USSF National D coaching license.

Why did you Join Eclipse?
To be with a competitive soccer club filled with passionate players and coaches for a common goal to inspire, to teach, and engage in building a foundation. Keeping an open-mind to learn from others in working on my craft as a coach while working with other professionals and players invested in the game.

What do you like the most about coaching?
Teaching life lessons. As a high school teacher, it is in my fabric to educate, provide a themed curriculum, and be selfless in giving my very best for the game I love. When you see players improve in front of your eyes, nothing is better. Through leadership, professionalism, work ethic, and listening skills aside from just playing the game itself… all are key attributes on what makes a successful player now while being a key asset for someone else later.

Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
Eclipse provides a platform rich in tradition that speaks for itself. An environment challenging the player to be their best while enriching them in a competitive cauldron both in training and matches. The development towards mental, physical, technical, and tactical disciplines is truly second-to-none. Coaching and teaching is a people-first industry. Eclipse accomplishes that by focusing on the player first, not by words, but through action.

Grew up and currently resides in Libertyville, Ill… Attended Libertyville High School and was a three-time All-Conference and a three-time All-Area player, as well as a two-time All-Sectional player… Lead Libertyville to a state championship in 2001 while garnering offensive MVP honors… Played soccer for Eclipse for eight years winning four state cup championships and two regional championships… Two-time national finalist and two-time national champion with the Eclipse U23’s… Played Division I college soccer at Southeast Missouri State University and graduated in 2007… Won one regular-season championship and two tournament championships advancing to the NCAA tournament in 2006 and 2007… Led the team in goals and points as a freshman and sophomore and was also named player of the week once… Four-time Academic All-Conference selection and captain of the team her senior year… Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and is a Sports Clinical Specialist… Currently holds a USSF E coaching license.

Why did you Join Eclipse?
I grew up playing for the club and giving back and coaching for the club that you played for is rewarding.

Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
The tradition and track record of the club for developing elite teams and players.

Grew up in Montenegro and currently resides in Morton Grove, Ill… Played nine years professionally in Europe… Appeared in 176 professional games, scored 18 goals, and appeared in 3 UEFA Tournament games… Post-professional career includes 10 years of amateur tournaments played in the USA… State Cup Open Champion—Eagles (2009)… State Cup Open (Over 30) —United Serbs (2015)… National Cup (Over 30) Champion—United Serbs (2015)… Currently the head coach for United Serbs Open Division… Serbia and Montenegro National Team 14–15; appeared in 12 games and named captain… Serbia and Montenegro National Team 15-16; appeared in 2 games and named captain… Currently holds a USSF E and a UEFA B coaching licenses.

Why did you Join Eclipse?
It’s a great soccer club to join with great opportunity.

What do you like the most about coaching?
I love that I can take all my soccer knowledge and pass it onto young kids. Soccer has been in my life and has been my passion since I was a little kid. I am happy to share my knowledge and passion with younger kids as their coach.

Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
Eclipse is a great club to join that offers great opportunities for prospective kids. Eclipse has great coaches and a great soccer program. I hope my sons join Eclipse one day too.

Grew up and currently resides in Northbrook, Ill… Joined Eclipse Select in 2019… Currently holds a USSF A license, an NSCAA Premier Diploma, and a Youth National License.

Why did you Join Eclipse?
I joined Eclipse for many reasons, but foremost was the opportunity to work with great leaders and coaches. The only way to advance as a coach is to be pushed by your peers and Eclipse has some of the best youth coaches.

What do you like the most about coaching?
I like working with athletes to achieve team and individual goals. When the team succeeds the player succeeds. Being a part of a player accomplishing their goals is highly satisfying and makes it all worthwhile.

Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
If a player is looking to take his/her game to the next level or compete in high-level soccer leagues then Eclipse is the place. Eclipse’s challenging and demanding environment builds elite soccer players.

Grew up in Saint Charles, Ill… Assistant Coach – Recruiting Coordinator at the University of Illinois-Chicago 2014-2018 Serving as the goalkeeper coach… Coached two-time Horizon League Goalkeeper of the Year Kelly Fritz, who has also placed on the All-Horizon League First Team twice… Took UIC to a program-best 1.59 GAA in 2017 while securing 18 total shutouts… Played Division I soccer at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee career ranking second in all-time minutes played, wins and shutouts… Her 27 career shutouts also rank second in Horizon League history… Named Co-Defensive Player of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year in 2011… Participated in four NCAA tournaments, winning the Horizon League regular season all four seasons… Played three seasons with the Chicago Red Stars from 2010-2012… 2007,2008 USYS Region II Champions, 2009 USYS National Finalist… Listed as the top goalkeeper in the Chicago area by the Chicago Sun-Times … Eclipse Select was twice the No. 1 team in the nation and was No. 3 in 2008… Currently holds an NSCAA Goalkeeping Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Advanced National Goalkeeper Diplomas as well as a USSF D coaching license.

Why did you Join Eclipse?
Eclipse is home for me. Being an alum, I was eager to get back into the club environment and give back what the club gave me. Being able to start up the North site is exciting and I am looking forward to seeing it grow.

Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
If you want a club that is passionate about the game of soccer and being a family, Eclipse is the right place for you. Not only are the players developed as players, but also as young adults. Being recognized as a top club in the US, college exposure is high for the players.