Peja Ilic is a former Division 1 player from Serbia with five years of professional experience. After moving to the United States in 2012, he played for the Columbus Crew and Virginia Royals, where he developed his passion for coaching. Currently, Peja leads the U19 Girls Team in the National League and plays for the ASA Reds in the National Premier Soccer League. As a USSF "B" license candidate, Peja brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his coaching, focusing on fundamental skills, tactical insights, and personalized player development.
His coaching philosophy centers around holistic player development, focusing not only on technical skills but also on leadership, teamwork, and mental toughness. His personalized approach ensures that each player receives individualized attention and tailored guidance to maximize their potential.

Rodney and his family are from Cameroon, West Africa, where fútbol is an integral part of the culture. He started playing for his local club, Fort Washington Cannons, before playing for the DC United Academy. Rodney then played four years of collegiate soccer at Marymount University, captaining the men's soccer team and winning numerous awards and honors, such as being selected for the VASID All-State First Team and Marymount All-Decade Team. He began coaching while playing for the Alexandria Reds Pro team. Rodney's favorite soccer memories are scoring game-winning goals and celebrating with his teammates. His favorite part of coaching is the process: which is teaching someone interested in soccer, watching that interest become a love for the game, and the joy they express after mastering a new skill through training.

Tim Lenzo is the lead coach of the Alexandria U13 2012 Girls National League team. He has worked with the club since 2017. He also coached their U19 2006-05 girls team, was an assistant Coach for their ASA Reds Men's team and is the current Women's Futsal Pro Coach. He won the USYF 2024 U12 Girls Regional Championship, USFF 2023 U19 Girls Regional Championship, and finalist in USFF U15 Girls 2024 National and Regional Championship and USYF U15 Girls 2024 Regional Championships. He also is a former VYSA ODP Coach. As a player Tim played for SAC (now Baltimore Armour), and Columbia Soccer Club as well as playing in the State and Regional ODP pool. As a youth he competed in Futsal State, Regional and National tournaments. It was in futsal where Tim learned the value of tight technical skills and feints and blended it with his vision and game understanding as a centermid. After highschool Tim served in the United States Marine Corps and brings his experience as a Sergeant to form a unique intensity and discipline combined with technical work, game psychology and intelligence with creative flair to his coaching philosophy. Tim is currently taking his USSF "B" License and is part of the Alexandria Soccer Technical Team and a Coach Mentor for U15-U19 Girls Head Coaches.

Evan Paez is a former NCAA Division I Men's Soccer player at James Madison University, where he was an integral part of the Dukes' success over five seasons. Evan helped in securing two Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championships (2019, 2020) and three NCAA Tournament appearances (2019, 2020, 2023). As a senior, he helped JMU advance to the NCAA Tournament's Sweet Sixteen, marking only the fifth time in program history. During his tenure, JMU was ranked as high as No. 8 nationally. Evan graduated in December 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Sport & Recreation Management and Business.

Following a successful collegiate career, Evan transitioned to the professional level, gaining valuable experience across three continents. In 2024, he played with Club Sportivo Dock Sud in Argentina's Primera B Metropolitana, immersing himself in the country's rich footballing culture. He then returned to the U.S. for a stint with Loudoun United in the USL Championship, one of the top professional leagues in North America. Seeking further growth, Evan took his career overseas again, joining Vision FC in the Ghana Premier League for a training stint, where he embraced the high-intensity playing style of West African football.

His diverse experiences have shaped his approach as both a player and a coach. Evan's coaching philosophy centers around four key pillars: technical proficiency, tactical understanding, physical conditioning, and mental resilience.

Alejandro Nunez is a former NCSL Divison 1 Youth player, playing on Premier AC 91 White, the #27 best ranked club in the US (second in the state of Virginia) where they played in the prestigious Region 1 League and attended the country's #1 top tournament, the Disney Showcase. Alejandro was also part of the ODP Program where he flourished his skills, in addition to being given MVP of the whole Virginia Tech Elite Soccer camp 3 times in a row. He attended West Springfield HS where in his senior year he scored 6 goals in 12 games and received 2nd Team All Region and 1st Team All District honors.

After HS, Alejandro went on trial and trained with Bolivia's best division 1 professional soccer team, Club The Strongest in La Paz, who play in the Copa Libertadores every year against teams like Boca Juniors, River Plate, Santos, etc. After the trial, Alejandro decided to come back to the US to finish his degree in IT Cybersecurity. He also has coaching experience for ABGC and McLean, along with being the James Madison HS Boys Varsity Team coach in 2013. Most recently, Alejandro coached Club Mariscal Braun's U-12, U-15 and U-18 boys academy teams in 2023, one of La Paz's top clubs.

His goal is to apply everything he has learned in his successful soccer career and feed his knowledge to youth players, with the ultimate objective of getting his players to the NCAA Division 1 soccer level and hopefully reaching the pro level!

Originally from Serbia and a lifelong Arsenal supporter, Milos brings a deep-rooted passion for soccer that has shaped both his playing and coaching journey. He holds a USSF "D" License and currently coaches the Alexandria Reds Pro team as well as the ASA Pre-Academy, where he has earned multiple awards for his work with the Junior Academy.

Although his playing career in the youth system of his hometown pro club was cut short at early age due to injuries, Milos developed an early interest in studying the game and understanding what separates great players from the rest. Over the years, that passion evolved into a love for teaching and mentoring the next generation of players. Milos has been coaching athletes of all ages and skill levels, from teaching foundational skills to exploring advanced tactical concepts. His coaching philosophy emphasizes technical development, tactical awareness, and instilling a lifelong love for the game. Known for his positive energy, commitment, and player-first approach, Milos brings professionalism and encouragement to every session. Whether working with beginners or elite youth players, his goal is to help each individual grow, gain confidence, and reach their full potential.

A former professional player, Arion played two years in the NISA 3rd division in the U.S.won a NISA championship, played in Trinidad and Tobago's 1st Division, and gained valuable experience training with the T&T senior men's national team. His international journey also took him to Wales, where he played in the 2nd Division, won a Welsh Championship, and earned promotion to the 1st Division.

At the collegiate level, Arion was a standout athlete, playing four years of Division 1 soccer for Florida Gulf Coast University and Virginia Tech, where he helped secure two conference titles and reached the NCAA Sweet 16.

Currently, he continues his playing career with Alexandria Reds Pro while coaching aspiring players to elevate their game. With a strong foundation in competitive soccer, Arion specializes in skill development, tactical awareness, finishing expertise and personalized training programs designed to help players reach their highest potential. His diverse experience across different leagues and playing styles makes him a valuable mentor for those looking to advance their soccer careers.

Karim Hamza is a dedicated and experienced soccer coach with 7 years of private training and 6 years of team coaching. Holding a USSF B License since 2024 and currently pursuing his A License (class of 2026), Karim combines technical knowledge with a passion for player development at all levels.

He has coached at the semi-pro level with the Alexandria Soccer Association, where he worked with top talent including coach Peja Ilic himself. Karim currently coaches the MLS NEXT 2 2010 boys and 2008 boys teams at ASA, focusing on building confident, skilled, and intelligent players ready to compete at the highest levels.

Karim's commitment to personalized development has helped many athletes grow and succeed-most notably, one of his 2011 players he coached for the past few years was selected by a U.S. Soccer Federation scouts for the US U15 National Team. His goal is simple: help each player unlock their full potential and thrive on and off the pitch.

Ben has always had a passion for playing soccer and helping other reach their athletic goals. He brings 3 years of experience playing at the NCAA Division II level with Gannon University where he played an important role in leading them to the last 16 of the NCAA Tournament, helping to lay the groundwork for the program's recent success. After graduating, Ben has been playing for the Alexandria Reds Pro team for the last 3 years.

On top of his playing experience, Ben brings a background in nutrition and personal training, where he specialized in sport-specific weight lifting, running technique, and sprint training.

Welcome to our newly renovated indoor soccer training facility, designed to provide a top-tier environment for athletes of all levels. Our 1,500-square-foot space features a premium turf field, ideal for honing skills and perfecting techniques in a controlled, weather-resistant environment.

Join us in pursuing mastery of the game while building lifelong skills and friendships!