The Medford Strikers has assembled a group of professional coaches that are committed to the development of all our players. Under the direction of our Technical Director our coaches are focused to continue to maintain the high standard that the club has always upheld. Our coaches have the credentials to coach at the highest level, are constantly evaluated and are expected to continue their own growth as coaches constantly.   

James Galanis(Technical Director)

James Galanis has been working with Medford Strikers teams for ten years. In this time he has helped produce some of the best talent the club has had to offer. In the Spring of 2006 James was appointed Technical Director of the Medford Strikers and has introduced the Team Development Program for Medford Strikers to the club. This program focuses on developing exceptional soccer players and teams that can compete at the national level.

James is recognized as one of the leading trainers of soccer players in the USA. His stable of students includes Women’s National team players Carli Lloyd and Heather Mitts and various other elite soccer players. James is the founder and Director of Universal Soccer Academy.

Carli Lloyd(Youth Development Specialist-Mentor)

Medford Strikers Coaching Staff

Gus Vyzaniaris (Spring 09)	30 Years Playing Experience - 10 Years Coaching Experience
Dimitry Fedorovsky	30 Years Playing Experience - 12 Years Coaching Experience
Mousa Issa	30 Years Playing Experience - 5 Years Coaching Experience
Tiffany Lucas	15 Years Playing Experience - 3 Years Coaching Experience
Paul Royal	Goal Keeper
Brian Bennett	Physical Power Specialist

 

For coaching opportunities please e-mail your playing/coaching biography to jamesgalanis@aol.com