Shaun Spencer, Coach Development Lead

Shaun's love for soccer began at a young age, playing for several teams in the North West of England. He played university soccer and semi-professional teams before joining Morecambe F.C, which is now a side in EFL League 2. While at university, he transitioned to coaching and began to move up the ranks. During his studies at The University of Central Lancashire, he worked towards getting his F.A. soccer coaching badges. He gained experience by shadowing coaches at Manchester United and getting on-field experience at Blackburn Rovers. Over the next five years, he continued his studies and earned several qualifications, including the UEFA A License, B.A. (Hons.) in Sports Coaching, and Strength and Conditioning certifications. However, his true education came from the experience he gained working at various professional soccer clubs worldwide, including those in the United States, South Korea, India, Indonesia, and Egypt. Initially, Shaun worked with youth soccer teams such as Manchester United and Manchester City, but later moved on to coaching men's professional teams, including International, Premier League, MLS, and Championship players. He continued studying the game and coaching mechanics in great detail, even spending several weeks with Pep Guardiola during his time at Bayern Munich. In 2019, Shaun finished the season at Morecambe FC as first-team technical consultant before making a permanent move to the United States. He has been living in West Seattle for the past two years and aims to use his skill set to help his community.

Alex Dixon, Technical Lead

Alex Dixon's journey in sports administration and coaching is distinguished by a fusion of academic attainment and practical experience. With a Bachelor of Business Administration in Sports Management from the University of the Incarnate Word and a Master of Science in Physical Education with a Coaching emphasis from Indiana State University, he brings a robust educational foundation to his roles. Additionally, Dixon holds a Teachers Certification in Elementary Education from Washington State. His professional trajectory includes positions such as Middle School Physical Education & Health Specialist at Hamlin Robinson School, Resident Teacher at University Child Development School, and Girls Development Academy Staff Coach at Lonestar Soccer Club. He has also served in various coaching capacities at institutions like Seattle United, Concordia University Texas, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, and Indiana State University. Dixon's coaching prowess is further underscored by his possession of coaching licenses, including the USSF A License, USSF National Youth License, and USC Premier Diploma. With a rich blend of academic knowledge and practical experience, Dixon is poised to make significant contributions to the realms of sports management and coaching