Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer 2026 Banquet Program by A.E. Engine

Welcome

To our Extended Soccer Family:

It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the 2026 Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Awards Banquet. We are honored to have you with us as we gather to celebrate another impactful year for our soccer community.

This evening, we come together to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of the past year and to honor the individuals who continue to shape and strengthen the game across Eastern Pennsylvania. Their commitment, leadership, and passion are the foundation of everything we do.

We are proud to recognize this year’s award recipients, whose dedication to youth soccer has made a meaningful difference in their clubs, leagues, and communities. Their efforts help inspire the next generation and ensure the continued growth of the game. Congratulations to each tonight’s honorees on this well-earned recognition.

We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to the Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer office staff. Their hard work and attention to detail made this evening possible, and their continued efforts in preparation for tomorrow’s Annual General Meeting are equally appreciated.

Additionally, we would like to thank our valued partners, including Nike, the Philadelphia Union, Soccer Post, Union League of Philadelphia, Kwik Goal, Wendy’s, PRIME, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Their unwavering support ensures that our programs remain among the finest in the country.

Thank you to the clubs, leagues, families, and friends who joined us this evening. Your continued support and presence help make this celebration so special. On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff, we wish you an enjoyable evening and a wonderful weekend.

Sincerely,

Chris Branscome CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Lennie Brown PRESIDENT

Order of Events

COCKTAIL HOUR

Good Citizenship Award

Logan Bock // FC Delco/Colonial SC

Stephen Buczek // Patriot SC

Emily Chi // AC Inspire

Tyler Do // Hershey SC

Carson Kramer // Lititz YSC

Kevin Levan // ENCO United

Drew Lucot // FC Europa

Alexa Misiolek // PA Classics - Harrisburg

Bryan Nihart // Coventry SA

Max Noh // FC Montco

Nathan Perley // Inter Philly FC

Tessa Pirolli // Philadelphia SC

Kaitlin Quinn // Hunter SC

Cameron Rolph // PA Classics - Lancaster

Samantha Seager // Capital Areas SA

Tyson Sippel // Langhorne Neshaminy United SC

Bailey Walder // Springfield SC

Clara Webb // PA Classics - Harrisburg

Award Honorees

FEMALE YOUTH REFEREE OF THE YEAR

Taryn Ludwig

MALE YOUTH REFEREE OF THE YEAR

Michael Orlando

ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR

Irene Dobrin (Dynamo United & Penn Athletics)

GIRLS COACH OF THE YEAR

Adam Freeman (Penn FC Youth)

BOYS COACH OF THE YEAR

Charlie Dodds (Lower Merion SC)

SERVICE TO COMMUNITY

Carlos Najera

GIRLS TEAM OF YEAR

Carlisle Area Youth Soccer Cannons 07/08G

BOYS TEAM OF YEAR

YMS 10B Premier United

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD

Janine & Pete Afflerbach (Harleysville FC)

MIKE BARR EXCELLENCE IN COACHING AWARD

Danielle Fagan & Antonio Bayon

SERVICE TO YOUTH

Randy Garber & Mike Gorni

D’ANJOLLEL AWARD

Phoenixville Soccer Club

CONGRATULATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS

FEMALE YOUTH REFEREE OF THE YEAR

Taryn Ludwig

Taryn has been an Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer referee for 5 years, learning and developing under the guidance of her fellow refs, specifically Howard Lemonick. She has also been a soccer player for 15 years, as well as a coach for the last 4 years. This sport has had such a big impact on her life, shaping who she is, and giving back to the community and contributing to its future is something she’s truly proud of.

MALE YOUTH REFEREE OF THE YEAR

Michael Orlando

Michael is a senior at La Salle College High School, where he plays soccer and runs an after-school program for students with Autism. Michael has been a referee for the past 2 years. He plans to study marine biology and medicine during the next few years in college.

ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR

Irene Dobrin (DYNAMO UNITED & PENN ATHLETICS)

Irene Dobrin has been providing help and working as an admin for the following clubs: Dynamo United, Penn Athletics and FC Georgia. In addition, Irene has become a pro in ITC paperwork and process, always offering her help to all the clubs within Inter-County Soccer League.

GIRLS COACH OF THE YEAR

Adam Freeman (PENN FC YOUTH)

With 12 years of coaching experience, Adam is the head coach of Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black, Head coach of a U17 Academy Team and Assistant coach at Dickinson College. Adam led the Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black to a State Cup Championship, NCS Eastern Regional Championship, and National Championship.

to all of this year’s award winners

BOYS COACH OF THE YEAR

Charlie Dodds (LOWER MERION SC)

Charlie has been part of Lower Merion SC Soccer since 2001 and is the head coach of the LMSC 2007 team. The group enjoyed a standout 2025 season, winning the State Cup, Eastern Presidents Cup, and Presidents Cup National Championship.

SERVICE TO COMMUNITY

Carlos Najera

Carlos was born in Quito, Ecuador and migrated to the United States in 1974. His first coaching job was a CYO team. Carlos is an AC United volunteer coach, coaching young players for over 40 years.

GIRLS TEAM OF THE YEAR

Carlisle Area Youth Soccer Cannons 07/08G

The Cannons are a team built on friendship and trust. The journey in 2025 from cup qualifiers to a National Presidents Cup Championship only deepened their already incredible bond, cemented lifelong friendships, and created more unforgettable memories. They lift each other up. That is who they are. The Cannons were 2025 State Cup Champions, 2025 Eastern Presidents Cup Champions, and 2025 Presidents Cup National Champions.

BOYS TEAM OF THE YEAR

YMS 10B Premier United

YMS United 2010 Boys, under the leadership of their new coach, Elliot Baldwin pursued a highly competitive season of soccer. They achieved their goals of winning their EDP league, back-to-back State cup Champs, and once again competing for a US Youth Soccer National title—finishing as National Semi-Finalist for the second year in a row.

CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS

Janine & Pete Afflerbach (HARLEYSVILLE FC)

Janine and Pete are a husband and wife duo and parents of four children who have all participated in Harleysville FC soccer. They have volunteered as coaches with the club for over 15 years and have also served as coordinators for various programs over the years. Most recently, they have taken on the roles of TOPSoccer Coordinators and Head Coaches, where they have focused on restructuring and growing the program. They believe that every child should have the opportunity to play soccer in a supportive and inclusive environment.

MIKE BARR EXCELLENCE IN COACHING AWARD

Danielle Fagan

Danielle is a Massachusetts native and played 4 years at Villanova University where she also was a grad assistant coach for 3 years. Upon earning her MBA, Danielle began coaching club soccer with LMSC in 1997 and has coached at many clubs in the area plus Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer ODP, Region 1 ODP and Conestoga High School Girls Varsity all while running her own soccer training business for over 20 years. She holds the US Soccer A License and spent 4 years as a Talent ID Scout for the girls US Soccer Youth National Teams. She is currently the Technical Director for Colonial SC.

Antonio Bayon

Born and raised in Valladolid, Spain, Antonio is an Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer and U.S. Soccer instructor and educator. He guided the 2009 Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals to the 2025 ECNL/RL National Championship. Off the field, he is a proud father of two and grandfather of five.

MIKE BARR EXCELLENCE IN COACHING AWARD

to all of this year’s award winners

SERVICE TO YOUTH

Randy Garber

Randy has been involved in Eastern Pennsylvania soccer for decades, including many years with the Olympic Development Program, where he served as Boys Director of Coaching. He holds a U.S. Soccer Federation A License and has coached at the high school level throughout the region. In 2025, he led Abington High School to a PIAA State Championship. His teams have also earned multiple District One finalist and championship appearances.

SERVICE TO YOUTH

Mike Gorni

Mike has over 35 years of experience coaching at the youth, scholastic, and national levels and is regarded as one of the most successful coaches in the country. He is the most winningest coach in State Cup history, with over 40 State Cup championships. He has led teams from multiple clubs to U.S. Youth Soccer National Championships and helped develop players who advanced to U.S. National Teams, MLS, and professional leagues in Europe. He currently serves as Head Coach for multiple HEX PA Dominion boys teams and is CoHead Coach of the Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals men’s team. Mike has spent 26 years with the Eastern Pennsylvania Olympic Development Program and holds numerous regional and national coaching honors. D’ANJOLLEL AWARD

Phoenixville Soccer Club

Phoenixville Area Soccer Club has served the Phoenixville community and surrounding region since 1969. PASC desires to provide exemplary soccer experiences that maximize holistic player development and positively impact the community. With over 1,400 annual youth participants between recreational and competitive programming, PASC relies on a committed technical staff and over 200 dedicated volunteers to ensure a healthy, enjoyable and competitive soccer experience for all involved.