Drive GK Coaches lead our GK training program for the club. Founder and Director, Tom Paparounis has over 15 years coaching experience working with goalkeepers ranging from Division 1 collegiate athletes to club and high school players. His coaching influences come from working with many greatly respected goalkeeping coaches from around the United States and Europe, namely former Ireland National Team goalkeeper, DC United goalkeeping coach, Alan Kelly Sr. and Joe Waggoner of North Texas ODP.
Coaching Experience
2019, 2015-present: Roosevelt University DNAIA
2013-present: Chicago City Soccer Club WPSL
2015 - 2016: Illinois ODP
2011-2014: Loyola University Chicago Women's program DI
2011-2012: Loyola University Chicago Men's program DI
2009 - 2010: Concordia University Chicago DIII
License and Certifications
Adv. National Goalkeeping Diploma-United Soccer Coaches
