MEET THE TEAM

Ryan's vision is to help create as many opportunities for kids to play the beautiful game as possible, while growing the sport of soccer in Canada to be the #1 game of choice by boys and girls.

Gearoid has been with WMSC for 3 and a half years. Before joining the club, Gearóid coached in his home country of Ireland. To read more, click the link below.

Melanie boasts an impressive 5 and a half years of dedicated service with Waterloo United. With over 17 years of coaching experience, she has left an indelible mark on the women's soccer scene in Kitchener-Waterloo.

Greg Jespersen leads coach education and mentorship at Waterloo United, helping coaches develop the skills and tools needed to support players at competitive levels. His leadership strengthens the club’s technical standards and overall player development pathway.

At Waterloo United, Alison will serve as U8–U11 Technical Lead, supporting training and coach development, and as Player Pathway & Scholarship Advisor, guiding U14–U18 athletes and families on post-secondary and collegiate opportunities.

Keyshia predominantly supports the club’s OPDL, League1 and League1 Reserve programs while she also develops the field schedule across all technical programs. To read more, click the link below.

Nikolina is our Performance Pathway & Marketing Coordinator, here to help with any questions or concerns you may have. She oversees much of the club’s marketing efforts and also provides valuable support across various other areas.

Shannon, WMSC Recreational Program Manager. To read more, click the link below.

Luz handles all financial records such as monthly budget reports, AR & AP and payroll. To read more, click the link below.

Ricky Gomes leads goalkeeper development at Waterloo United, bringing strong expertise in technical training, positional understanding, and athlete mentorship. He focuses on developing confident, well-rounded goalkeepers across all age groups and strengthening the club’s overall goalkeeping pathway.

Fernando brings a ton of experience into his role as club Match Official manager. To read more, click the link below.

Maja Lukambo oversees Xtra Time and Supplemental Training programs, ensuring high-quality, development-focused sessions for players across the club. With a strong background in athlete development and technical training, Maja is dedicated to creating engaging, supportive environments that help players grow and reach their full potential.

Dave Varandas leads Performance and Biomechanics at Waterloo United, applying evidence-based training methods to enhance player movement, strength, and on-field performance. With expertise in athletic development and injury prevention, Dave supports athletes across the club in reaching their physical potential safely and effectively.

Zach leads the U9 Introductory Futsal program at Waterloo United, bringing energy and technical knowledge to help young players build confidence and develop core futsal skills. His focus on fundamentals, creativity, and fun helps create a positive first futsal experience for developing athletes.