- Born November 5, 1967 in San Francisco, California
- Education - Studied Physical Education at Sonoma State University
- Coach license of the KNVB = Dutch Soccer Federation - Level III
- Coach license of the USSF = United States Soccer Federation - “ A “ License
- Author of soccer book: Soccer the Z Way : A Guide for Players , Parents and Coaches - 1999
- Developed Age Specific Curriculum for U6, U8, U10, U12, U14, & U16/19 Recreation, & U10, U12, U14,
U16 and U19 Class 3 and Class 1 (from 1995 - Now)
- 1986 - 1987 Fresno State University - Division 1
- 1988 Santa Rosa Jr. College
- 1989-91 Sonoma State University - Division 2