COACHING STAFF
Josh Chandler
Hometown, State – Bellbrook, OH
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Team(s) Coaching – Director of Coaching
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Coaching Experience - 4 years with Cincy SC and 4 years with Ohio Fusion. Boys and girls teams ranging from U10 - U14
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Coaching Education – USSF E & F Licenses
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Playing or Other Experience Bellbrook High School, University of Cincinnati Club & Rec Teams, various mens teams in the Dayton and Cincinnati area
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Why Ohio Fusion? “I grew up playing for Bellbrook FC and after moving back from Cincinnati had a strong interest in returning to coach here. I love the development philosophy we have established at the club and having the chance to work in my hometown."
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What you love about being a coach? "Being involved in the game as a coach gives me the opportunity to teach the next generation of players grow their love of the game. Seeing players develop new skills and gain confidence in their ability is an incredibly rewarding experience."
Alexander Amankwaah
Hometown, State – Sunyani, Ghana
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Team(s) Coaching – B2015 & B2014
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Coaching Experience - Miami East High School, Gunners soccer clubs, Tipp City, University winter and summer camps
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Playing or Other Experience Coach Alex spent the 2017 season playing professionally for the Dayton Dutch Lions. A graduate and member of University of Dayton men’s soccer that won the Atlantic 10 conferences and advanced to the 2nd round of the NCAA Tournament Coach Alex scored 5 goals and 10 assists in that 2015 season. Prior to UD Coach Alex was at the University of Ghana where he was voted Best Player 2013/2014, Most Dedicated Sportsman of the Year 2013/2014, Mensah Sarbah (University of Ghana) and won a Gold medal with University of Ghana team 2013/2014.
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Why Ohio Fusion? "Ohio Fusion because I heard a lot of good things, especially how nice the people in the community are and the great soccer organization they have. Also I like the clubs philosophy and identity of developing players."
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What you love about being a coach? "I just love the game of soccer and I want to impact or teach younger ones my experience both on and off the field. I will also like to develop talent and motivate people to realize their dreams."
Jordan Staley
Hometown, State – Dayton, OH
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Team(s) Coaching – B2012 Blue
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Coaching Experience - Ohio Fusion & youth soccer camps
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Coaching Education - Grassroots 7v7
Playing or Other Experience Dayton Metro and Carroll High School, earning 2 state championships
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Why Ohio Fusion? "Ohio Fusion brings a competitive and supportive community for the development of young players in Bellbrook. With a commitment to the development of foundational skills and leadership development, it is one of the top clubs in the Dayton Area."
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What you love about being a coach? "I enjoy working with Ohio Fusion teams on building fundamentals and dedication to hard work. I am a true believer that soccer builds an important foundation that serves young players for a life time."
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Jake Mahaffey
Hometown, State – Xenia, Ohio
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Team(s) Coaching – 2013 Boys & Future Stars
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Coaching Experience - Club X U12 Girls, Club X Academy, Graduate Assistant Coach 2009-2010 Notre Dame College, 2010 NAIA National Championship Runner Up
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Playing or Other Experience Xenia High School 1999-2001, Urbana University 2002-2005
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Why Ohio Fusion? "Ohio Fusion focuses on player development. Ohio Fusion gives children from the recreational leagues all the way to the club teams an opportunity to play and have fun through the game of soccer."
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What you love about being a coach? "I enjoy watching kids grow and develop their abilities on the soccer field. I enjoy teaching kids and having fun through the game of soccer."
Dan Webster
Hometown, State – Xenia, Ohio
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Team(s) Coaching – B2011
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Amanda Staley
Hometown, State – Centerville, Ohio
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Team(s) Coaching – G2012
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Rachel Singleton
Hometown, State – San Antonio, TX
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Team(s) Coaching – G2012 & Goalkeeping
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Playing or Other Experience Played since the age of 3, through HS. Premier League Club in High School.
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Why Ohio Fusion? "Ohio Fusion is very player/child focused"
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What you love about being a coach? "Helping kids gain confidence and seeing them grow!"
Greg Meredith
Hometown, State – Bellbrook, Ohio
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Team(s) Coaching – G2011 Black
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Coaching Experience - have coached youth sports for a decade
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Why Ohio Fusion? "Hometown club, great tie in with the recreational program, great focus on helping kids learn and grow."
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What you love about being a coach? "Helping youth grow as people and as players."
Cheryl Henderson
Hometown, State – Iowa
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Team(s) Coaching – G2013, G2015 Blue, Executive Director
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Coaching Experience - 18 years competitive coaching from u18 to u8 boys and girls, coached rec ages 3-13
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Playing or Other Experience played through college, St. Ambrose University; on the board of many soccer entities - leagues, club, state association
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Why Ohio Fusion? "good club, we have a strong, player-centered focus"
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What you love about being a coach? "Giving back to a game that has taught me so much!"
Jide Bakare
Team(s) Coaching – B2012 Black
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Karen Horvath
Team(s) Coaching – G2014
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Josh Staley
Team(s) Coaching – B2012 Blue
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Mark Kipling
Team(s) Coaching – G2015 Black
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