Meet Our Coaches
At West Michigan Galaxy, our coaches are the heart of our program and the driving force behind every player's growth and success. We are proud to have a team of dedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate coaches who go above and beyond to create a positive and inspiring environment for all athletes.
Experience & Expertise:
Our coaching staff brings a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, from former collegiate and competitive players to seasoned youth mentors. Each coach is committed to ongoing learning and development, ensuring they bring the latest techniques, strategies, and motivation to every training session.
Community & Connection:
Whether you're new to West Michigan Galaxy or a returning family, you'll find our coaches approachable, supportive, and deeply invested in every player's journey. They strive to create a welcoming atmosphere where players feel valued, motivated, and empowered to shine.
We're excited for you to meet our coaching team and experience the dedication and enthusiasm they bring to West Michigan Galaxy. Together, we're not just building great athletes—we're shaping leaders and creating lifelong memories.
Jordan Haynes
Club Director
Josh Miller
Technical Director
U14 Black — Head Coach
Shelly Vargas
Futsal Director
Girls Coaches
Alexis Wierenga
U9 Black — Assistant Coach
Ben Kribs
U9 Grey — Assistant Coach
Ben Sleeman
U8 Black — Head Coach
U10 Black — Head Coach
Cam Jensen
U14 Grey — Head Coach
Chip Morehouse
U16 Elite — Assistant Coach
Dave Piering
U10 Grey — Head Coach
U10 White — Head Coach
Ellee Botello
U15 Elite — Assistant Coach
Ella Perry
U9 Black — Head Coach
Gareth Clark
U13 Elite — Head Coach
Gracie Dewent
U7 Black — Head Coach
U8 Grey — Head Coach
Mallory Snitzer
U14 Black — Assistant Coach
Mark Grajewski
U12 Elite — Head Coach
U12 Black — Head Coach
Matt Barnes
U16 Elite — Head Coach
Nicole Sleeman
U8 Black — Assistant Coach
U10 Black — Assistant Coach
Robin Morehouse
U7 Black — Assistant Coach
U8 Grey — Assistant Coach
Sarah Smith
U12 Elite — Assistant Coach
U12 Black — Assistant Coach
Shelly Vargas
U11 Elite — Head Coach
U15 Elite — Head Coach
Stu McLean
U18 Elite — Head Coach
Tom Kribs
U9 Grey — Head Coach
Boys Coaches
Alex Kribs
U14 Grey — Head Coach
Alisa Otto
U9 Grey — Head Coach
U9 Blue — Head Coach
U10 Black — Assistant Coach
Amanda Schutter
U10 Black — Head Coach
U11 Elite — Head Coach
Ben Kovacevic
U10 Grey — Head Coach
U14 Black — Head Coach
Brandon Postema
U9 Black — Head Coach
Cam Jensen
U12 Black — Head Coach
Carter Crow
U16 Elite — Assistant Coach
Chase Boshoven
U11 Black — Head Coach
Earl Adams
U13 Elite — Head Coach
Elena Arends
U7 Black — Head Coach
U8 Black — Head Coach
U8 Grey — Head Coach
Fred Jiles
U8 Grey — Assistant Coach
Jake Rewa
U16 Elite — Head Coach
U19 Elite — Head Coach
Jason Devore
U19 Elite — Assistant Coach
Josh Dugan
U9 Black — Assistant Coach
Karl Johnson
U12 Elite — Head Coach
Mark Thompson
U9 White — Head Coach
U9 Blue — Assistant Coach
Mike Bashlor
U9 Grey — Assistant Coach
Sam Sterns
U11 Elite — Assistant Coach
Tim S
U12 Elite — Assistant Coach
Yahir Sanchez
U13 Elite — Assistant Coach