CLUB LEADERSHIP
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CLUB DIRECTOR
Chris Brunt
Our Club's visionary is former Major League Soccer K.C. Wizards professional soccer player Chris Brunt. Upon retiring from competitive soccer and coaching at US Developmental Academy Shattuck-St. Mary's he has returned home to Omaha to raise a family and begin Evolution Soccer Club.
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Starting in 2012 he designed Evolution Soccer Club from the ground up, focusing on technical skills from a young age along with instilling a culture of positive coaching instruction while competing with relentless effort. Under Chris's leadership, vision, and expectations Evolution players are known for playing with a fun, exciting, and attractive style of soccer making it a top contender in the state of Nebraska and surrounding regions!
GIRLS DIRECTOR OF COACHING
DIRECTOR OF COLLEGE RECRUITMENT
Kyle Droege
A native of St. Louis, Missouri Kyle graduated from Missouri Baptist University and was a member of the Missouri Baptist University Men’s Soccer Program. He is the current assistant coach at College of Saint Mary here in Omaha, NE.
Player development is Kyle’s passion. He enjoys helping players become better at soccer while teaching lessons through the game which will help them succeed in all areas of life. Kyle has aided in the development of countless collegiate players and multiple professional players. He believes in building intelligent, confident, creative and skilled players who can express themselves on the field and enjoy their soccer. Such qualities are attractive to next level coaches looking for dynamic play makers to join their programs.
As Director of College Recruitment Kyle has a background at every level of competitive soccer from the academy to the elite select arena, making him an experienced partner in assisting your son or daughter continue their career of playing soccer after high school if that is their goal. Kyle understands the college recruitment scene and will help Evolution players through this exciting yet sometimes demanding process.
“I am incredibly excited to step into the Girls DOC role and work hard for our Evolution players, parents and coaches. There are so many amazing people at this club and I am very lucky that I get to work with/for them.”
Let’s go EVO!!!!!
-Kyle Droege
TINY TOES & RECREATIONAL DIRECTOR
Carrie Brunt
Carrie runs the best day care and/or school soccer program around along with our Tiny Toes and Recreational in-house leagues! The kids love her, parents adore her, and teachers appreciate the fun positive energy she brings to her program sessions. The number of repeat players who keep coming back for our Tiny Toes Classes speak for themselves. We are lucky to have her and appreciate coach Carrie introducing the game of soccer to kiddos in an engaging while action packed environment.
EVOLUTION COMPETITIVE
Coaches
Evolution coaches have experience at all different levels of competition. From high school state championship teams, college level coaching, and even former MLS professinal players. The diverse background each of our coaches brings to the pitch is beneficial while introducing multiple training methods to our players. All competitive team coaches have their coaching license, with many exceeding those minimum requirements.
BOYS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COACHING
Ari Galvan
A native of Argentina, Ari played college soccer at DePaul University where he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Education with a double minor in bilingual/bicultural education. He then went on to receive a Master's of Science in coaching education with a concentration in soccer at Ohio University.
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Ari brings a diverse background of soccer knowledge with over 10 years of coaching experience ranging from U5 through adult Amateur. He has attained a USSF National C license.
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"I want to thank EVO for the confidence in me and providing the opportunity to put new and old coaching methods to the test and help improve the futbol knowledge of all the players within Evolution. Let's go EVO!"
CHALLENGER PROGRAM
DIRECTOR
Katy Zarraga
Katy grew up in Omaha and has been involved in soccer in the area for many years. She attended Creighton University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Theology. Katy then went on to earn a Post Baccalaureate Teaching Certificate and is currently working towards a Masters in School Counseling.
Katy has over 10 years of coaching experience from micros to college. She holds an E License from USSF and her National Diploma and Goalkeeping Diploma from United Soccer Coaches. Katy loves all aspects of the game, from playing to coaching to being a fan.
"I am excited to return to EVO and help to grow the Challenger Program. Soccer has played an important role in my life and I am excited for the opportunity to continue to share my love of the game with the next generation of players. Let's go Evo!"
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