WHO WE ARE

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Elevating athletes. Empowering Futures.

Michigan Futbol Academy (MFA) is West Michigan’s premier soccer program, dedicated to elevating athletes and empowering futures.

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opportunities for every age and skill level.

Since our founding, we’ve been committed to providing athletes of all ages and skill levels with opportunities to learn, compete, and grow — on and off the field.

building confidence, leadership,

and lifelong connections.

Soccer at MFA is about more than the scoreboard—it’s about building leaders and teammates for life. Whether you're just starting out or chasing a national title, our community is here to fuel your growth and unlock your potential on and off the field.

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MFA LEADERSHIP TEAM

At MFA, our leaders combine years of high-level soccer experience with a passion for mentoring the next generation.

  • JOEY BARONE

    Assistant Director of Coaching | Director of Player Development & Recruiting

  • KENNEDY BEARDEN

    ACGR Academy Marketing and Communications Coordinator

  • BRETT BECKETT

    ACGR Academy Club Director

  • NICK BRANDSTADT

    ACGR Academy Director of Performance and Video Analysis

  • MEGAN BROUWER

    Soccer Buddies Enrollment & Family Success Coordinator

  • JASON BUECHLER

    ACGR Girls Academy Administrator

  • CHRYSOULA KONDYLES "CK"

    Director of Soccer Buddies

  • DEREK DUFENDACH

    MFA Director | Programs, Events, Lakeshore

  • ADAM GRINWIS

    ACGR Academy Director of Player Pathways & Goalkeeping

  • JOHN HODGES

    Soccer Buddies Program & Coaching Coordinator

  • SARA INGRAHAM

    ACGR Academy Club Administrator

  • JESSICA LONGSTREET

    ACGR Academy Shore Girls Technical Coordinator | Lakeshore Operations Manager

  • GEORGE MONI

    ACGR Academy Director of Coaching | MLS NEXT Technical Director

  • KOSTI MONI

    ACGR Academy Boys Assistant Director of Coaching | UWS Head Coach

  • BEN OVERHOLT

    ACGR Academy Select Director & Camps Director

  • CAM VELA

    ACGR Academy Coach & Juniors Director

  • KATELYN WILKOWSKI

    MFA Event Coordinator & Club Promotions