Our vision is to be recognized as an academy that develops technical players with critical thinking skills and elite physical conditioning.
Our Founders
Christian Anderaos
Coach Chris, originally from São Paulo, Brazil, is a professional indoor soccer player in the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL), representing the Kansas City Comets, and a player of the Brazilian National team of Indoor Soccer. He is certified in exercise and nutrition by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), and his expertise extends across the soccer fields of Europe, South America, and North America. In the United States, Christian excelled in NCAA Division I soccer and later served as a Graduate Assistant Coach for the UMKC Men’s Soccer Team. Coach Chris currently holds coaching licenses from both the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) and the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).
Rian Marques
Originally from Itabuna-Brazil, Coach Rian Marques is a professional soccer player and currently plays forward for the Kansas City Comets. Rian is also a player of the Brazilian National team of Indoor Soccer. He has won NAIA national championship with Central Methodist University during his college career and has over 6 years of experience coaching teams and players from a wide variety of levels and ages. Coach Rian currently holds the C License for USSF (United States Soccer Federation) and the C License for CBF (Brazilian Soccer Federation).
Our Coaches
Born in Illinois and raised in Columbia, Missouri, Coach Nathan Durdle is a former collegiate athlete and current professional indoor soccer player with the Kansas City Comets. Nathan played five years at Columbia College, helping lead the team to the semifinals of the national tournament on three occasions.
With nearly ten years of experience coaching youth athletes, Coach Durdle has worked with players of various ages and skill levels. He is passionate about showing young players that soccer is not only fun to play on game day, but that training, hard work, and skill development can be just as enjoyable. His coaching approach emphasizes confidence, teamwork, and creating a positive environment where athletes can grow both on and off the field.
Nate Durdle
Emilia brings an elite soccer background as both a player and a coach. She developed at River Plate in Argentina (soccer & futsal), before continuing her career in the U.S. She’s played at the college level (NAIA & NCAA Division I at UMKC) and in the USLW, while earning multiple All-Conference, All-American, and Academic honors.
As a coach, Emilia holds the AFA PRO Coaching License (Argentina) and has coached at IMG Academy, college programs, and youth levels, combining high-level game knowledge with strong values, structure, and player development. She also brings an impressive academic background, currently completing her MBA at UMKC with a 4.0 GPA.
Elite experience. Professional mindset. Passion for development.
Emilia Zolesio
Ali Alomari
Born and raised in Yemen, Coach Ali Alomari moved to the United States in 2009–2010, where he continued developing his game through academy and club soccer, eventually reaching the collegiate level at Niagara University. After college, Ali earned the opportunity to compete at the highest level, representing the Yemen National First Team and playing professionally overseas in Spain with a third-division club. He is currently playing for the KC Comets, a professional indoor soccer team, continuing to perform at an elite level. Today, Coach Ali brings his international and professional experience into coaching, focusing on developing well-rounded athletes through high standards, strong leadership, and a commitment to excellence. His mission is to inspire players to maximize their potential, compete with confidence, and build the discipline and character needed to succeed both on and off the field.
Delfina brings elite playing and coaching experience at the highest levels. As a player, she competed for River Plate in Argentina and played Division I soccer at UMKC, where she continues her career while earning her MBA. She has also earned multiple national and conference awards throughout her college career, both on the field and in the classroom.
As a coach, Delfina holds the AFA Pro Coaching License from Argentina, the highest coaching license available in one of the most respected soccer countries in the world. She also has extensive experience coaching youth players, including work at IMG Academy, and brings a strong passion for player development, discipline, and love for the game.
Delfina Zolesio
Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Coach João Kawasaki is a former collegiate soccer
player who competed at Neosho County Community College (freshman and sophomore seasons) and Park University (junior and senior seasons). He is currently studying Psychology and has completed U.S. Soccer coaching licenses. João brings a strong understanding of player development, teamwork, and mental performance to the coaching environment, combining his playing experience with a growing foundation in sports psychology.
João Kawasaki
Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Coach Gustavo is a former NCAA Division I soccer
player and a passionate coach with a growing presence in American soccer
community. Gustavo came to the United States in 2015, where he began his collegiate career at Iowa Lakes Community College before transferring to Hofstra University, a top NCAA Division I program, and graduating in 2019. With a strong background as a player and two years of coaching experience, he has worked with athletes across various age groups and competitive levels. Coach Gustavo currently holds a coaching license from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF).
Gustavo Nascimento
What Sets Us Apart
Game Intelligence First
We train players to read the game, scan the field, and make smart decisions in real situations instead of relying on scripted movements.
Fun-Driven Repetition
High-rep training is built into competitive, engaging games so players improve faster while staying excited and motivated.
Whole-Player Development
We develop confident athletes through positive coaching, critical thinking, fitness, and character—not just technical skills.