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Coaching Staff


John Gregg - Elite Owner Operator / Director


John Gregg, Director of Elite Soccer Academy, is a former pro player and NCAA DII National Champion with over 15 years on the US Youth Soccer East Region ODP Staff. A nationally recognized goalkeeper coach and program developer, John has created successful youth training models used across central PA. Known for his passion, teaching, and dedication, he continues to shape the future of youth soccer through elite camps and events.

Kelly Mehalko

Director Pittsburgh

  • USSF "C" License
  • 33 Years Coaching
  • USYS Youth National License
  • Region 1 ODP Staff
  • Pa West ODP Head Coachirl
  • Director of Coaching at Pittsburgh Football Club
  • Former D1 Asst. coach
  • Steel City F.C Head Coach-Amateur women’s team associated with the WPSL

Gary 'Rossi' Ross

Director Lancaster


 

Fernando Carrizo

Director Lehigh Valley

  • USSF C (in transition to the USSF B)
  • USSF National Youth License
  • NSCAA Director of Coaching
  • NSCAA Advanced Diploma
  • 2009 New York Red Bulls High School Coach (Pennsylvania)
  • 2014 Moravian Academy Upper School 1A State Champions
  • 2012 FC Sonic NPSL National Champions

Jason Edwards

Staff Coach

  • USSF "C" License
  • Football Association of Wales ‘C’ Certificate 
  • Director of Coaching at Pittsburgh Football Club
  • Former D1 Asst. coach

Charlotte Elrod

Goalkeeper Coach 

  • NSCAA Regional Goalkeeping Diploma
  • Region 1 ODP Staff Coach
  • Former NCAA Division 1 Goalkeeper
  • FC Europa Club Coaching Staff
  • FC Europa Goalkeeping Staff

Gabe Kleinert

Staff Coach

  • USSF "C" License
  • NSCAA National Diploma
  • Courver Youth Diploma
  • Region 1 ODP Staff Coach
  • Pa West ODP Staff Coach
  • Asst Coach Westminster College Women's Soccer