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

Introducing Pre-ECNLRL Pool and Boys U12, U11, and U10 Coaches Announced

May 12, 2023

LAYING THE FOUNDATION! Friday, May 12, 2023 The Spokane Sounders are pleased to introduce the only Pre ECNLRL Pool in our area at the 2012 Boys age group, while also announcing our 2012, 2013 and 2014 coaches, event calendar and our new All-Inclusive Club Dues. The U10-U12 Boys will be under the guidance of Spokane’s…

Introducing Pre-GA/DPL Pool and Girls U12, U11, and U10 Coaches Announced

May 12, 2023

LAYING THE FOUNDATION! Friday, May 12, 2023 The Spokane Sounders are pleased to introduce the first Pre GA/DPL Pool in our area at the 2012 age group, while also announcing our 2012, 2013 and 2014 coaches, event calendar and our new All-Inclusive Club Dues. The U10-U12 Girls will be under the guidance of Spokane’s preeminent…