ODY Economides
Technical Director & HEad Coach
Born in Baton Rouge, LA, and having lived in Cyprus and England, Ody has a rich international background. He played for Northampton Town FC's youth and reserve teams before becoming a student-athlete at Saint Leo University in Tampa, FL.
With 14 years of coaching experience across the USA, UK, and Europe, Ody has held various coaching and director roles at prestigious organizations, including New York Red Bulls, Watford FC, Tactalyse, and Olympiakos Nicosia FC. His credentials include a UEFA B License, an NSCAA Premier Diploma, and a Master's Diploma in Football Coaching and Sporting Direction from the Real Madrid Graduate School. He is set to complete his UEFA A License by the end of 2024. |
Alex Reyes
Assistant Coach U19 Academy
Assists with on-field training and match day coaching duties and oversee UDA/NMSU U-19 Academy
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JEFF THOMPSON, B.BA
UDA PROGRAM DIRECTOR
A long time resident of Las Cruces , Jeff will coordinate the integration and working relationship between UDA-US and NMSU.
Jeff has extensive experience as an NCAA Division One coach and will oversee the integration and functioning of the UDA academy at NMSU. Jeff will oversee outreach to the local community and region for soccer development as well as ensuring a fully integrated experience for students in the UDA academy. |
Jay Sparrow
UDA National Recruitment Coordinator
Jay will be attending several showcase events around the country. If you are attending any showcase events please contact:
[email protected] (210) 219 7278 Jay, originally from England moved to San Antonio, Texas in 2003. He has a passion for helping student athletes reach their academic and soccer goals. He is experienced in talent identification and player development. He has identified, selected and provided opportunities for many students seeking an international studying and playing experience. Jay ran and developed a successful soccer organization in the USA and now has taken his skills to player identification for UDA across the USA |
RESIDENCY AND VISITING COACH PROGRAM
Professional and Collegiate Coaches from the Uk and USA will conduct sessions throughout the year
Mal Saville
UDA Resident and visiting coach liaison officer, england
Mal Saville is a Scout for Aston Villa FC, English Premier League, England
Mal has been connected to the professional game for over 30 years as a scout for a wide range of football clubs across the English leagues including Brentwood, Walsall, Cambridge, and Leyton Orient. Mal will organize visiting professional coaches from the Premiership and English Football League to conduct development training session at the UDA US Academy throughout the year. |
Dave Nichols
Head of Academy for UDA at the university of gloucestershire
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