Manny Faridnia
Sounders Junior Program South Director
COACH PROFILE
Coaching License: USSF A License
Years with the Club: Started in 2012
Hometown: Tehran, Iran
Coaching History: Manny has been a fixture in the greater Spokane community since 1981 when he was with the Spokane Falcons, which later became Spokane Elite, the club that merged with Spokane Shadow / Sounders in 2012. In addition to his youth duties he also served with Washington Youth Soccer, Gonzaga University and Ferris High School.
Playing History: Many played in his native Iran before moving to Portland, Oregon in 1970 and was actively playing there before moving to Spokane in 1980.
Coaching Experience
Spokane Sounders: 2012-Present
Eastern Washington EPD Coach: 1995-Present
Gonzaga University Men & Women Head Coach: 1984-1989
- Started the GU soccer programs
Ferris High School Boys & Girls Head Coach: 1989-2003
Spokane Falcons: 1981-2012
- Served as Director, Coaching Director & Premier Coach
- First club team from east side to capture state title
Washington Youth Soccer: 1984-2012
- Served as ODP Coach, Staff Coach, Coaches Licensing Instructor
RECENT CLUB NEWS
Spokane Sounders 2004-09 Boys Coaches Announced
Thursday, April 19, 2018 The Spokane Sounders are excited to announce what is arguably one of the most talented group of boys coaches in club history set to lead the 2004-09 teams during the 2018-19 season. The club also unveiled the upcoming tournament and event participation list for all teams. Established Spokane Sounders coaches Berrick…
RCL-Plus Spring Round-Up
Tuesday, March 27, 2018 As the sun shines a bit longer and the weather begins to warm there is plenty to celebrate as spring has arrived. Five Spokane Sounders / Shadow sides have won RCL championships this winter/spring along with several other outstanding finishes and performances in the Far West Regional League and major winter…
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