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
Shadow MFT Assistants, Second Contingent of Players Announced
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 The Spokane Shadow Men’s First Team is excited to announce its second contingent of players for 2023, including three staff members. Karl Muelheims, Trevan Estrellado and Cade Roske will participate in dual roles as player-coaches for the 2023 season, assisting returning head coach Mike Pellicio. Muelheims and Estrellado are tremendously recognizable…
Boys U13, U14, U15 and High School Copa Coaches Announced
UNMATCHED in our area for all levels of play! Wednesday, May 10, 2023 The Spokane Sounders are pleased to announce our 2023-2024 Boys coaching lineup, event calendar and new All-Inclusive Club Dues. The boys U13, U14, U15 and High School Copa will be under the guidance of Spokane’s development and player focused Jesse Retan, a…