Administrative & Coaching Staff

Nick Williamson

Club President

nick@sportingwestflorida.com

Nick Williamson has been a dedicated member of West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2017 and resides in Pace, Florida. As Club President, Nick provides leadership and oversight for the organization, working alongside the Board of Directors and club leadership to support the continued growth and development of the club and its programs.

With years of experience within the organization, Nick brings a strong understanding of the club, its players, families, and community. His leadership is focused on strengthening the club’s foundation, supporting its members, and helping guide Sporting West Florida forward.

Levent “Louie” Sahin

Executive and Technical Director

louie@sportingwestflorida.com

Levent “Louie” Sahin resides in Pace, Florida and serves as the Executive and Technical Director for Sporting West Florida. He provides technical leadership and long-term direction for coaching standards, curriculum development, and player development across the club. Louie holds both a UEFA A License and a USSF National A License, along with advanced coaching credentials including the USSF National Youth Diploma, United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma, and Director of Coaching Diploma.

Mary Murphy

Girls Director (U13–U19), Operations Director, Recreational Coordinator

mary@sportingwestflorida.com

Mary Murphy has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since August 2020 and resides in Pace, Florida. She serves in multiple leadership roles overseeing girls programming, club operations, and recreational coordination, while also supporting coaching education and development. Mary is the Head Coach of the Milton High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team and holds USSF C and D Licenses along with a Level III Goalkeeping Diploma.

Justin Bailey

Boys Director (U13–U19), Webmaster, Sponsorship Coordinator

justin@sportingwestflorida.com

Justin Bailey has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2018 and resides in Pace, Florida. He oversees the boys competitive program while supporting club marketing, communications, and sponsorship initiatives. Justin is also the Head Coach of the Milton High School Boys Varsity Soccer Team and holds USSF C and D Licenses, along with USSF Grassroots Licenses in 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11.

Rob Longhurst

Coach

Coach Rob has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2023 and resides in Milton, Florida. He brings a wealth of coaching, player development, and performance training experience to the club and is committed to helping players build strong technical foundations while developing a lifelong love for the game.

Rob holds a USSF D License, US Soccer 11v11 Grassroots License, Soccer Coaching E-License, and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), along with several additional coaching and fitness certifications. His broad background allows him to integrate technical soccer instruction with athletic performance principles to help players reach their full potential.

David Cooper

Coach

David Cooper has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2019 and resides in Milton, Florida. He serves as a coach within the club and supports player development across multiple age groups. David holds USSF C and D Licenses, along with USSF Grassroots Licenses in 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11.

Jessica Brewster

Coach, Goalkeeper Coach

Jessica Brewster has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2020 and resides in Pace, Florida. She serves as a Goalkeeper Coach, supporting specialized training and development for goalkeepers. Jessica holds USSF Grassroots Licenses in 9v9 and 11v11.

Martin Mina

Coach

Martin Mina has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2017 and resides in Milton, Florida. He serves as a coach and brings a strong background in advanced coaching education. Martin holds a USSF D License, United Soccer Coaches National Diploma, United Soccer Coaches Advanced Regional Diploma, and USSF Grassroots Licenses in 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11.

Kiel Cannon

Coach

Kiel Cannon has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2023 and resides in Milton, Florida. He serves as a coach supporting player development across age groups. Kiel holds a USSF D License along with USSF Grassroots Licenses in 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11.

Matt Bullard

Coach

Matt Bullard has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2023 and resides in Cantonment, Florida. He serves as a coach within the club and holds a USSF D License.

Ben Climer

Coach

Ben Climer has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2023 and resides in Milton, Florida. He serves as a coach and holds USSF Grassroots Licenses in 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11.

Rich Jernigan

Coach

Rich Jernigan has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2024 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a recreational coach and holds a USSF Grassroots Certification.

Frank Judice

Coach

Frank Judice has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2024 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach supporting player development within the club.

Bryan Griffie

Coach

Coach Bryan has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2020 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach within the club and is committed to creating a positive, challenging environment that helps players develop both on and off the field.

Bryan holds a USSF D License, reflecting his commitment to continued coaching education, player development, and providing a high-quality experience for players throughout the club.

Nathan Anolik

Coach

Nathan Anolik has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2024 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach and is currently pursuing additional coaching certifications.

Brad Sparks

Coach

Brad Sparks has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2024 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach and is currently pursuing additional coaching certifications.

Caitlin Hoffman

Recreational Program Director & Social Media Coordinator

caitlin@sportingwestflorida.com

Coach Caitlin joined Sporting West Florida in 2025 and resides in Pace, Florida. As Recreational Program Director, she oversees the club’s recreational program, supporting coaches, players, and families while helping create a positive and development-focused environment for players throughout the program.

Caitlin also leads the club’s social media presence, showcasing our players, teams, programs, and community and helping tell the story of Sporting West Florida.

In addition to her leadership roles, Coach Caitlin serves on the coaching staff and holds a USSF D License, reflecting her continued commitment to coaching education and player development.

Robert Wejroch

Coach

Coach Robert joined Sporting West Florida in 2025 and resides in Milton, Florida. He serves as a coach within the club and is the Head JV Coach for the Milton High School Boys Soccer program.

A proud Milton Boys Soccer alumnus, Coach Robert continued his playing career at Huntingdon College before returning home to invest in the next generation of players. He is passionate about developing young athletes both on and off the field and is currently pursuing additional coaching certifications to further his growth as a coach.

Troy Lea

Coach

Coach Troy has been with Sporting West Florida since 2025 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach within the club and is committed to creating a positive, development-focused environment that challenges players to grow both on and off the field.

Troy holds a USSF D License, reflecting his commitment to continued coaching education, player development, and providing a high-quality experience for players throughout the club.

Jared Lindley

Coach

Jared has been with Sporting West Florida, since 2025 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach and is currently pursuing additional coaching certifications.

Josh Kelly

Coach

Josh has been with Sporting West Florida, since 2024 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach and is currently pursuing additional coaching certifications.

Preston West

Coach

Preston has been with Sporting West Florida, since 2024 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach and is currently pursuing additional coaching certifications.

James Thomas

Coach

Coach James has been with Sporting West Florida since 2025 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach within the club and is committed to creating a positive, development-focused environment that challenges players to grow both on and off the field.

James holds a USSF D License, reflecting his commitment to continued coaching education, player development, and providing a high-quality experience for players throughout the club.

Matt Crow

Coach

Matt Crow has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2017 and resides in Pace, Florida. He serves as a coach and brings extensive experience working with players at various stages of development. Matt holds USSF C and D Licenses, USSF Grassroots Licenses in 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11, as well as the Get aHEAD Safely in Soccer Diploma and the United Soccer Coaches High School Coaching Diploma.

Doug Sprague

Past President

doug@sportingwestflorida.com

Doug Sprague resides in Pace, Florida and has been with West Florida Soccer Club, now Sporting West Florida, since 2018. After serving as Club President, Doug continues to support the organization as Past President, providing valuable experience, continuity, and perspective to the Board of Directors and club leadership.

During his tenure as President, Doug played an important role in the club’s growth, organizational structure, and culture. He remains actively involved with Sporting West Florida and continues to support the club’s mission, its members, and its long-term development.

Trisha Williamson

Competitive Administrator

competitiveadministrator@sportingwestflorida.com

Trisha Williamson resides in Pace, Florida and has served as Competitive Administrator since 2021. She supports the organization and coordination of the club’s competitive programming and administrative operations.

Lindsey Bailey

Treasurer

treasurer@sportingwestflorida.com

Lindsey Bailey resides in Pace, Florida and has served as Treasurer since 2020. She oversees financial operations and supports the long-term fiscal health of the club.