MY STORY
I began my soccer journey at the age of 8, playing for Beşiktaş JK Academy in Istanbul, Turkey. Known for producing some of the top talents in the game, the academy was where I first learned the values of hard work, discipline, and continuous improvement.
By age 15, I signed my first professional contract, starting a 12‑year playing career that shaped how I approached the game and my own development as a person.
After retiring, I transitioned into coaching. I hold a USSF A Youth License and have worked within a Division 1 college program and top‑tier youth teams, supporting player development at state, regional, and national levels.
Professional Experience: 2017-2025
Crestline FC - Founder & President (2024 - 2025)
Carolina Velocity FC - Head Coach & Boys Director (2023-2024)
Northern Kentucky University - Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach (2022-2023)
Cincinnati United Premier SC - Head Coach (2022-2023)
Madison 56ers SC - Head Coach (2018-2022)
Wisconsin Youth SA - State ODP Head Coach (2018-2022)
Electric City SC - Head Coach (2017)
Playing Experience: 2003-2015
Tuna SK - Semi Pro (2014-2015)
Haskoy SK - Semi Pro (2013-2014)
Vardar SK - Semi Pro (2011-2013)
Vefa SK - Semi Pro (2010-2011)
Kucukpazar SK - Semi Pro (2009-2010)
Tuzla SK - Semi Pro (2008-2009)
Okmeydani SK - Semi Pro (2007-2008)
Karagumruk SK - Pro (2006-2007)
Mecidiyekoy SK - Semi Pro (2005-2006)
Vefa SK - Semi Pro (2003-2005)
Academy: 1996-2003
Gungoren SK (2002-2003)
Altintepsi SK (2001-2002)
Dikilitas SK (2000-2001)
Besiktas JK (1996-2000)
License & Certificates
National A-Youth License - USSF
German FA Coaching License - TFV
Bachelor’s in Business Administration- Anadolu University
Mentorship Course - FCE
Analyzing Games & Designing Training Sessions - FCE
Individual Player Development Process - USSF
Football Medicine - FIFA
Injury Prevention in Soccer - WYSA
The Science of Training Young Athletes- University of Florida
Grassroots Referee License - NC State Referee Committee
Tools & Softwares
Wyscout/Hudl/Sportscode
Livetag.Pro
Metrica Sports
Spiideo
Once Sport
Matchmetrics
Catapult
JumpForward
Veo
Trace
iMovie