Manny Faridnia

Sounders Junior Program South Director   

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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

Fan Faves Return as Shadow Men Prepare for NPSL Opener; Early Success for U23s

May 5, 2019

Sunday, May 5, 2019   The Spokane Shadow Men’s First Team is excited to announce that among the roster coming together for the 2019 season are seven fan favorites from last season’s Northwest Championship side, including three Conference XI selections. Leading the contingent are conference award winners Tanner Williams and Spencer Wolfe – both also…

Cup Season: Forward Progress for Spokane Sounders

May 3, 2019

Friday, May 3, 2019 Quarterfinal and Group Play action over the weekend saw success continue for the Spokane Sounders with six teams advancing to State and President’s Cup Semifinals this weekend in addition to more qualified and in the running for the following weekend’s event. Two sides will be in action in State Cup semifinals…