North Toronto Soccer

• Has been with North Toronto Soccer for over 14 years
• Head Coach of League1 Men’s Premier, L2, and L1 U20 groups
• UEFA A Coach License and Canada Soccer Youth License
• Highly respected for his ability to inspire and push players to achieve their potential, fostering a supportive and united environment both on and off the pitch.
• Instrumental in establishing the North Toronto OPDL and League1 Programs
• Led the creation and implementation of the North Toronto Game Model.
• Played a key role in the Nitros Academy Director program, contributing to the sustainability of the summer camp environment for over a decade.
• Some of Marko’s Achievements Include:
  • U14 Boys OPDL Gary Miller Charity Shield Champion in 2017
  • U17 Girls OPDL Gary Miller Charity Shield Champions in 2018
  • U15 Boys OPDL Gary Miller Charity Shield Champions in 2018
  • U17 Boys OPDL Gary Miller Charity Shield Champions in 2019

Cherry Beach Soccer Club

• Has coached the same team at Cherry Beach Soccer Club for 11 years
• C Level License Certified and is fully volunteer
• Organized training sessions with renowned soccer players over the years for his Club
• Coordinated a trip to Greece for competitive matches
• Emphasizes the importance of education; all his players are set to attend post-secondary institutions in the fall of 2024.
• Some Team Success on the Pitch include:
  • PISL Provincial Indoor Soccer League Leaders 2023/24
  • 2023 Ontario Cup Silver Medalists (U17)
    • 2021/22 Provincial Indoor Soccer League Champions (U17 - First Division) 2021/22:
    • 2021 Greater Toronto Indoor Soccer League Champions (U16 - First Division)
  • 2021 Central Soccer League Finalists (U15)
  • 2024 Ontario IModel League Champions
  • 2024 Ontario Indoor Cup Champions
  • 2024 The Robbie International Champions
  • 2024 Provincial Indoor Soccer League Champions
  • 2024 Wesley Clover Cup Champions
  • 2023 Bryst Holiday Cup Champions
  • 2023 Ontario IModel League Champions
  • 2023 MILKUP Ontario Cup Silver Medalists
  • 2023 The Robbie International Silver Medalists
  • 2023 Provincial Indoor Soccer League Champions
  • 2023 Defeated AEK FC in Athens, Greece (2-1)

Toronto Soccer Association

• Match Official who has been on the National List of Match officials since 2019
• He made his MLS debut in 2022 and has been a full time PRO Referee in the MLS since 2023. 
• In 2024 he became a FIFA Match Official
• In that time he has been a part of a number of notable matches and events including:
  • 2018 U20 Concacaf Championships
  • 2019 U17 Concacaf Championships
  • 2021 CPL Final - Reserve Official
  • 2022 CPL Final - Referee
  • 2023 Canadian Championship Final - Referee
  • 2023 MLS x Liga MX Leagues Cup
  • 2023 MLS Playoffs: Western Conference Semifinals - Fourth Official

Oakville Soccer Club

• Grade 7 Match Official with over 15 years of officiating experience in Peel Halton
• Extensive mentor work with youth officials in the grassroots development program
• Officiates at both adult and youth levels
• Certified as a Discipline Chair in 2019
• Educates officials on processes and reporting and continues to strive towards upgrading his Officiating skills
• Volunteers countless hours at the Club level

Valley United Soccer League

• Grade 6 District Match Official and began officiating at the age of 14
• Head Referee for:
  • Valley United Soccer League
  • Deep River & Area Minor Soccer Club
• Acting Head Referee for:
  • Petawawa Minor Soccer Club
  • Opeongo Minor Soccer Club
• Joined Canadian Armed Forces, posted to Manitoba and continued officiating in 2014
• Recognized by Valley United Soccer League for educating players and match officials
• Developed a mentorship plan for match officials in the Upper Ottawa Valley
• Created new processes for scheduling, referee shortage, and continuing education
• Instrumental in teaching RefCentre to match officials
• Organized Assistant Referee course for young officials
• Conducted mandatory refresher sessions for returning officials
• Developing a Referee’s Manual with contact information, guides, and rules
• Created a sustainable model for match official development
• Teaching Style and Recognition:
• Effective teaching style, encouraging self-discovery and providing guidance

Oshawa Soccer Club

• Joined Oshawa Soccer Club in 2005.
• Coached various teams:
  • 1991 Girls (head coach since 2006)
  • 2001 Girls
  • 2013 Girls
  • 2015 Girls
• Part of the Club Technical Staff with a focus on:
  • Growing the Grassroots program.
  • Mentoring new coaches.

• Administrative and Managerial Roles:
  • Overseer of house league programs.
  • Assisted with administration tasks.
  • Current role: Manager of Special Projects and Initiatives.
• Oshawa Kicks SC Newcomers Program: Implemented to support and integrate newcomers into the soccer community.
• Engaged with local schools and community groups to promote soccer.
• Walking Soccer Projects- Targeted members of the 55+ community to promote inclusivity and participation.
• Actively working to grow the female side of the game within the Club and the District.

• Recognized for being an integral part of Oshawa Kicks Soccer Club’s success and vision.

Whitby Football Club

• Has been involved with Whitby Football Club since 2000
• Became the Technical Director of the Club in 2022
• Has been roles including coaching, referee, convenor, board member, tournament organizer, and technical staff.
• Coaching and managing teams across all age groups from U4 upwards, covering house league, competitive, and high performance (OPDL and League 1 Ontario).
• Some of Chris’ Achievements include
  • Coached players who progressed to the National Program, Youth World Cups, CPL, and MLS
  • Won an Ontario Cup.
  • Contributed to Club Game Model Development.
  • Created Whitby FC Mini Fest.
• Chris has his;
  •  CSA National B Licence
  • Ontario Soccer Technical Director Diploma
  • And currently in the process of obtaining his CSA Children’s Licence

Darlington Soccer Club

• Has been involved with Darlington Soccer Club for over 20 years.
• She currently holds the title of President and accepted the nomination in 2014.
• She has held several other positions on the Executive Board including Vice President of Administration, and Vice President.
•  In addition she has been the Ladies League Recreational Coordinator.
• In addition to her commitment to the Club Judy has also volunteered for at least 15 years at the District level and more recently at the Provincial level.
• Judy is Discipline Certified and regularly sits on the discipline and appeal panels for both the DRSA and Ontario Soccer.
• She is not only an integral part of Darlington Soccer Club but, of the DRSA and soccer in Ontario as well

Kingston United

• Liana has been the Women’s Soccer Head Coach at St. Lawrence College Surge since 2021
  • In that year her team was crowned East Division Champions and OCAA Silver Medalists
• She Began coaching with one of Kingston United’s precursor clubs in 2003
• Continued coaching with Kingston United after its formation in 2006 and has earned Canada Soccer C-Licence.
• Coached multiple competitive teams during outdoor seasons.
  • Worked with players at recreational, OPDL, and regional/district competitive levels.
• Liana helped create and launch the “Girls United” program, designed to encourage female participation in soccer and run by female coaches.
• Since 2007, she has held various positions on the board, including Director responsible for Competitive Programs
  • She served as President for one year and Vice President for 6
• Contributed to Kingston United receiving a National Youth Club Licence in 2019

• Facilitated the establishment of Kingston United as the first OPDL club between the GTA and Ottawa, providing local youth with high-performance training opportunities.
• Her contributions have helped modernize and elevate Kingston United Soccer Club, positively influencing the soccer community in southeastern Ontario.

Nipissing District Soccer Club

• Instrumental in turning soccer into a thriving sport in North Bay.
• Giuliano has 40+ Years of Involvement in multiple Roles including Player, Coach, Club Executive, and Mentor
• He was a key contributor to the collaboration between the Amalgamation of three Soccer Clubs to form the Nipissing District Soccer Club in 2019

• He was the VP of Competitive Programming from 2019-2021at Nipissing District Soccer Club:
  • Served on Club’s board for two years. And is;
  • Current Role currently a Consultant and Mentor for the Club and continues to coach
• In 2023 he received the first Nipissing District Soccer Club Excellence Life Member Award for his outstanding contributions and commitment.
• His efforts in amalgamating local soccer clubs, developing players, and mentoring others have had a lasting impact on the soccer community in the region.

Ontario Women's Soccer League

• Tony was the President Ontario Women's Soccer League (OWSL) for 25 years

• He is the Club president of the West Lincoln Youth Soccer Club and the Club President of the West Lincoln Ladies Soccer Club

• Tony is a Board member of the Niagara Soccer League and coaches a youth boys and girls team

• He has his C License and has been coaching since 1992 
• Coaching - from 1992 - present

• Niagara Regional Girls Soccer League/ NSL - Board member 1994 - 2018
• Niagara Soccer Association - Board member/ President - 2010 - 2016
• Board member - Niagara Soccer League (Scheduler) - 2023 - present
• Was a Match Official from 1994 - 2000
• Tony is a lifetime volunteer of the beautiful game-fully dedicated 24/7 to the OWSL, West Lincoln Soccer Club, Niagara District and his youth and senior

Elgin Middlesex Soccer Association

• John is a Director at Large with the St. Thomas Soccer Club, he is a Director at Large with the Western Regional Soccer League and he is the West Regions Representative to the IModel Steering Committee.
• John continues to be a match official and he manages the Complaints Department for the Elgin Middlesex Soccer Association.
• In the past he has also performed a role with EMSA Discipline.
• John has been involved with the St. Thomas Soccer Club for numerous years as a coach.
•  He has also been a match official for multiple years and has been involved at the EMSA District since 2017 and served on the Board from 2017 until 2022

Some of John’s Achievements include -

1.         EMSA President- Elected in 2020

2.         WRSL Director - Elected in 2023

3.         Imodel Steering Committee- in 2024

• John remains a valuable source of information and continues to use his vast experience in soccer to support all aspects of soccer in the EMSA District and West Region.
• Congratulations to Giuliano on joining the Centre Circle.

Opeongo Minor Soccer Club

• Player, referee, and has coached a youth team at Opeongo Minor Soccer Club
• Has been captain for his Club for multiple years
• Helps with the upkeep of the local pitch by painting line, assembling nets, and arranging goals posts
• Assists with planning, setting up and running an annual ‘fun night’ the Club hosts for youth
• Top Male Scholar Award in 2020
• Renfrew County Scholar 2019-2023
• Achieving an 85 or higher in all classes
• Plays and helps with his school’s volleyball team
• Has assisted with clinics helping youth develop their skills

Kingston United Soccer Club

• Has played soccer at the same Club since she was 6 years old
• She is a phenomenal coach and volunteer at the Club
• Looking to undertake her coaching licenses
• She has been accepted into the RMC College Program
• Tremendous work ethic, always early to training, and programming and always keen on assisting with set up
• She is loved by the kids at the Club and always has a smile on her face
• Selfless, hardworking and driven

Cambridge United

• Has been playing with her Club since she was 6 years old
• She holds a Grade 1 Match Official License
• She has coached at her Club
• She mentors young females athletes and volunteers at her Club’s summer camps
• She has accepted an Offer at Carleton University and will be playing on their Varsity Women’s Soccer Team
• Senior Female Athlete of the Year at her school 2022/2023
• Achieved Waterloo Region All Star Player for her School’s Varsity Soccer Team 2022/2023
• Most Valuable Player for her School’s Varsity Field Hockey Team 2022/2023
• Maintains Honour Roll

South Simcoe United Football Club

• Player, referee and staff member at his Club
• Works as a coach and field maintainer at his Club
• Assisted with the restart of soccer during the Return to Play during the pandemic in 2020-2021
• Most experienced and senior youth referee in his district and is a role model to the younger match officials
• Volunteers at Junior Eagles, a hockey youth development program where he teaches kids to skate
• Hs received and maintained honour roll every year of high school
• Member of his school’s News Team, head of the AV Crew, part of Student Council, and Drama Club
• Won an award for best technical prowess as a member of the Sound Technician Crew for the schools NTS Drama Fest
• Attending University of Guelph to pursue a career in Computer Science

North York Academy

• Has played since he was 6 years old
• Naturally talented and hardworking on and off the field
• Named Team Captain for several years based on his leadership amongst his peers
• Honour Roll Student with an 85% average
• Wants to pursue a Bachelors of Science through the Kinesiology Program
• Has been accepted and recruited at the University of North Florida and their Mens Soccer Team