COACHES

MICHAEL

Originally from London, England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 , Michael grew up playing for Crystal Palace from the age of 10-16 before moving to Wolves, playing for Wolves for 2.5 years. After Wolves, Michael gained valuable experience playing first team football in the English lower divisions before moving to Lipscomb University, becoming a 4 year starter. While being apart of a top 25 program for 2 straight seasons, winning 2 regular season and 2 tournament championships, Michael was awarded All first team, 2 all tournament teams and ASUN goalkeeper of the year, before moving into GK coach at Lipscomb men’s soccer.

“I am passionate about soccer and growing and developing young goalkeepers and helping the Nashville soccer community develop and progress! “

PRITCHARD

Originally from Triangle, Zimbabwe 🇿🇼,Pritchard began his soccer journey in the streets of Triangle, playing with a paper ball for fun with friends. He was first thrown in goal because he were the youngest, and no one else wanted to play keeper. When Pritchards friends discovered his talent in goal, he found himself playing as a goalkeeper more often than not. Pritchard enjoyed a successful high school career, eventually earning a college scholarship to play soccer in the USA. College soccer provided a unique opportunity for personal and athletic growth.

During and after college, Pritchard played semi-professional soccer. After graduation, he had a stint with the Charlotte Independence (USL). Since retiring from playing, he has thrived as a coach for U13 club teams, high school teams, and has over 7 years of college coaching experience. Pritchard has had the privilege of coaching some of the best talent in the world, including a World Cup player, national team players, All-Americans, conference players of the year, freshman of the year, All-Conference players, and the National Defensive Player of the Week.

“I am passionate about developing the young goalkeepers to not only thrive between the sticks but in life as well. Looking forward to being a part of the Nashville Goalkeeper Community.”