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Ronan Wiseman

A graduate of Adelphi University, where he earned a BBA in Business Finance and MS in Banking and Money Management., Mr. Wiseman captained the soccer team through the school's most successful years, including an appearance in the Elite Eight stage of the NCAA Tournament.

Mr. Wiseman went on to play professionally in the North East Professional Super League, the Hellenic Professional Soccer League, and the United Soccer League (USL). 

He completed his professional playing career with the Long Island Rough Riders, eventually moving from the pitch to the technical area, as head coach of the USL “A” League side

Mr. Wiseman has also had successful coaching stints at several nationally acclaimed collegiate programs, including Hofstra University, Long Island University, the United States Merchant Marine Academy, as well as his alma mater, Adelphi University. 

While coaching at Adelphi University, he worked as a United States Soccer Federation (USSF) Region 1 Staff Evaluator identifying and selecting elite youth soccer players for the USSF National Team Program.

Mr. Wiseman holds the prestigious USSF "A" License, is CPR and AED certified, and is a member of both United Soccer Coaches and the United States Soccer Coaches Organization. 

Currently he is the Director of Training for East Islip Soccer Club where he oversees the training staff from U5 up to the Academy level.  He trains the Intramural and Pre- Academy athletes on a weekly basis as well.  

As the Technical Director for the Long Island Junior Soccer League (LIJ), one of the largest youth leagues in the United States, with 60,000 registered youth players, he is responsible for the league’s technical direction and player development pathways. Mr. Wiseman, in his role as the Director of the Leagues’ Player Development Program (PDP), maintains direct responsibility for all aspects of the program, including coaching selection, curriculum, player and parent college guidance and player development opportunities in the greater Long Island soccer landscape.

Ben Diallo

A native of Guinea, West Africa, Ben Diallo is a former college and professional player. During his career at Dowling, he won the NYCAC and made the NCAA tournament every year including the first ever for the school. He garnered many school, conference and regional honors along the way before moving on to play professionally for the Long Island Rough Riders in the A-league. Ben's been training/coaching teams in the Bayport and East Islip. He coached PDP last year and recently became certified in CPR/AED.

Brian McAughey

Brian McAughey brings over 30 years experience as a youth soccer coach in both England and USA. Brian’s coaching qualifications include the UEFA ‘A’ License, NSCAA Premier Diploma and the Advanced Director Of Coaching Diploma.

Prior to moving to Long Island, Brian’s coaching positions included:

- Youth Academy Director for Sheffield Wednesday FC
- Coach Educator The English FA
- Staff Coach Football Association of Wales / Head Coach GU16 National Team
- Head Coach Leeds United Ladies FC
- Head Coach Doncaster Rovers Belles

On Long Island, Brian has worked with select and premier teams from Massapequa, Farmingdale, Rockville Centre and East Islip. He has also worked with LIJSL Select and ENYYSA ODP. 

Having previously worked with a number of EI players who have gone on to play in college, Brian is excited to be returning to East Islip SC and is looking forward to continuing the development of the 06/07 Scorpions

Carlos Barahona

Carlos Barahona is a former professional soccer player from Colombia, known for his outstanding 18-year career as a goalkeeper. He played for teams such as Atlético Nacional, Cúcuta Deportivo, Envigado FC, Cortuluá, Deportivo Pasto, Nacional Potosí, and San José de Oruro in Bolivia, among others. He represented Colombia in the U-17, U-20, U-21, and U-23 national teams, showcasing his talent at both the national and international levels. One of the most memorable moments of his career was leading Deportivo Pasto to qualify for the finals and win the championship, overcoming personal challenges along the way. For over 10 years, Carlos has worked as a goalkeeper coach in academies and clubs in Colombia and the United States, including Elite Soccer, Southampton Town United, Stony Brook Academy, Stony Brook University, Osner’s FC, and Long Island Junior Soccer League (LIJSL). His methodology combines precise technical corrections, tactical adaptation, and a strong emphasis on footwork, always aligned with the team’s needs and the head coach’s demands.

CHRIS SCHMIDT

Chris Schmidt has been a member of the LIJSL PDP Program since 2006. He has trained in numerous programs and clubs across Long Island, including as a past member of the New York Red Bulls training programs.

Chris is positive, energetic, and seeks to get the very best out of his players on and off the field. He is the owner of NSCAA National and Advanced National Coaching diplomas, and he is CPR/AED Certified.

Christian Vasquez

A graduate of Adelphi University, Christian holds both a bachelor's degree in exercise science as well as a Master’s Degree in Physical Education, where he also serves as an assistant coach for the men's university’s soccer program. With a strong passion for player development and team success, Christian has cultivated a wealth of coaching experience across multiple levels of the game.

As a player, Christian competed semi-professionally across teams in New York and England, gaining valuable insights into the game from both domestic and international perspectives.

Christian’s coaching credentials include a USSF C License, a Director of Coaching Diploma, and a National Youth Coaching Diploma. He is also on track to complete his UEFA B License in early March, further expanding his expertise in player and team development.

Prior to his role at Adelphi, Christian contributed to the growth of young athletes through coaching positions at esteemed academies, including SUSA, Long Island Soccer Club, and the USL Youth League.

Eugene Gozley

Eugene Gozley brings 25 years of expertise in the training and coaching disciplines of soccer. He has owned and operated two successful soccer training companies.  He is a licensed trainer and founder of the Long Beach Recreation special needs program. He has coached at the youth, high school, and collegiate level. Gozley was drafted professionally by the Fort Wayne Flames (AISA). During his collegiate career at Binghamton University, he was awarded the honor of Top Collegiate Player, Most Valuable Rookie, and MVP. He was also selected for the Collegiate Senior Bowl while captain at Binghamton University. Gozley is also a personal trainer for both high school and college athletes. Eugene resides in Barnum Isle with his lovely wife and beautiful daughter.

Juan Palacio

Juan C Palacio was a professional soccer player of over 14 years on many important teams in Colombia, Independiente Medellín, Tolima, Deportes Quindío, Deportivo Pereira and others. Juan won the Copa Mustang Championship in 2001 with Deportivo Independiente Medellin, in 2001, ascended with Centaurus FC to the first division and played Conmebol Cup and Sudamericana cup games in 1995 and 1997.

As a professional soccer coach Juan holds multiple U.S. Soccer licenses, including USSF-A and B License. Juan renewed his A-license in England; during this time, he participated with Arsenal and Tottenham team practice and conferences where different team philosophies were studied, analyzed in academy development. Juan was Head Academy Coach in New York Cosmos from 2014 to 2020 with successful seasons and later as the Head Coach of Long Island Slammer creating talented players that moved on to college level soccer. In 2015 Juan led the New York United team at the Lazio Cup in Rome, winning 2nd place. Mr. palacio is the Director of Long Island timberline since 2017 working with the Long Island community keep their children involved in soccer sport.

Juan’s new challenge is to Bring ASCNY to be a first division team.

KARIM DIALLO

Coach Karim has worked with the girls in Intramurals and Pre Academy and he is looking forward to bringing his experience to help them reach the next level in their development.  He formerly coached the East Islip Red Storm and he currently has three of those players on his college team roster and each have made big contributions to the team's success in the Fall. https://nyitbears.com/staff-directory/karim-diallo/64

Kevin Doherty

After playing four years at LIU, C.W. Post campus, Kevin graduates with his B.S. in Physical Education. His playing career includes the Long Island Rough Riders in the A-league, Long Island Stars in the Cosmopolitan League and West Chester Flames. Kevin's coaching career started in his hometown in Ireland, where he coached in the youth program. Since 1994 he has coached for a number of soccer clubs including Albertson and Massapequa and has been a staff coach for the LIJSL PDP program (formerly known as the ODP and Select Programs). Kevin holds his Advanced National License and is CPR/AED certified.

Scott Scelsa

Scelsa has been a coach in the LIJSL ODP Program since 2007. His vast coaching experience includes training numerous youth teams across Long Island. He has also been an assistant coach for the Brooklyn Knights BU15 Team who made it to the Super Y league National Finals. He currently holds his NSCAA National and Advanced National Diplomas and is CPR/AED certified. He is a product of the Massapequa Soccer Club and Massapequa HS, as well as being a LIJSL Select player in the 1980's.

Tracy Soldano

Tracy enters her third season as a trainer at East Islip Soccer Club. She currently is the head trainer for the U9 Wildcats, assists with the U13 Revolution, and trains intertown and intramural teams.  She has her National Youth License, National Diploma, Goalkeeping Level I Diploma, Special Topics Diploma on Reading the Game, Healthy Habits Certificate, Concussion Certificate, Constructive Soccer-Principles of Play Certificate, NSCAA Level 6 diploma and USSF “F” diploma.  She also has Section XI Certification in Philosophy Principles and Organization of Athletics, Theory and Techniques of Coaching and Health Science Applied to Coaching. Tracy is CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified.  She currently plays in the Long Island Ladies Soccer League.

Tracy is one of the women’s assistant coaches at Farmingdale State College.  After playing at St. Joseph’s College, she became an assistant women’s coach there.  Tracy formerly trained and coached in the Long Island Junior Select program and the Longwood Soccer Club. She was also assistant Varsity coach at Bayport Bluepoint School District, was head coach at Seneca Middle School.

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