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
Boys 2010-2012 Staff Announced
Friday, May 3, 2024 The Spokane Sounders and Shadow are proud to announce the coaching staff for the Boys 2010-12 squads for the upcoming 2024-25 season, presented by Boys Coaching Director Jesse Retan. “It is an honor to serve the Spokane soccer community,” said Retan, who will lead one of the teams. “I have truly…
Zags Coach Chris McGaughey Added to Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024 The Spokane Sounders and Shadow are excited to announce that Chris McGaughey will be joining the club’s coaching staff beginning with the upcoming 2024-25 season. McGaughey, a recent 2023 addition to the Gonzaga men’s soccer staff, will be a new face in the club in 2024. Prior to joining the GU…