Skye Eddy
founder, CEO
Skye is the founder of Soccer Parenting, with a mission of inspiring players by empowering parents. Skye is a sought after speaker for parents, coaches, clubs and players. A former professional player, Skye was a collegiate and youth All-American goalkeeper, Defensive MVP of the Final Four (1993) and State Champion track athlete. Skye has coached extensively in the youth and collegiate games. A MBA graduate of the University of Richmond, Skye has earned her USSF "B" License, the USSF National Goalkeeper License, the USSF Grassroots Instructors License.
Melissa Pierson
STRATEGY CONSULTANT
Melissa grew up in Indianapolis, IN and played college soccer at Marian University. After graduating with a degree in chemistry, Melissa began her professional journey, which has led her to her current role as an Innovation Coach. Now a resident of Wisconsin, Melissa was thrilled to dive back into soccer alongside her two children, whom she has coached for the last 5 years. Melissa’s passion for Soccer Parenting is rooted in her personal journey from being a soccer player to a coach and parent…and the realization that each role presents a unique mix of opportunities and challenges. With a lifelong love of sports and a passion for the power of sport to grow leaders and build community, Melissa is thrilled to be part of Soccer Parenting.
Anthony DiCicco
consultant
Originally from Wethersfield, Connecticut, Anthony now resides in Park City, Utah where he serves as the GM for Park City Soccer Club and Head Coach of the Park City High School boys’ and girls’ varsity teams. Anthony believes in the mission of empowering parents because of his first-hand experience with engaged and educated parents. Formerly the CEO of the SoccerPlus companies, Director of Soccer for AstroTurf and as collegiate and U20 World Cup Team Assistant Coach with Papua New Guinea in 2016, Anthony has worked in many facets of the game around the country and around the world. In addition to holding his USSF "C" License, he is also a Licensed US Soccer Grassroots Referee.
Sarah Dwyer Shick
SPecialIZED PROGRAMMING coordinator
Sarah, a multi-sport athlete from Philadelphia and Seattle, now lives in New York's Hudson Valley. After 15 years coaching collegiate soccer, she shifted to youth development, working across all levels. She holds a Master’s in Sports Management from the University of Denver, a bachelor’s from Smith College, and certifications from NSCA, United Soccer Coaches, and USSF. In 2018, she founded The Sports Bra Project, a nonprofit increasing sports access for girls and women. Sarah is an Associate Commissioner of the WPSL, trains Vassar College goalkeepers, and at Soccer Parenting, she leads the Youth Coach Advisory Group, liaises with the Leadership Council, and supports special programming.
Corey Holton
club operations manager
Originally from Vermont, Corey has coached collegiately for the past 18 years. She played soccer at Elmira College and after graduating with a degree in psychology, she began her coaching career. She holds an Advanced National Diploma from United Soccer Coaches and a master’s degree in sport studies from High Point University. Corey has been a head coach at three NCAA Division III institutions and has spent time as both an assistant and associate head coach at the Division I level. Corey is passionate about student-athlete development, and she believes that the education provided through Soccer Parenting is a critical component to supporting youth players’ growth. At Soccer Parenting, Corey is responsible for building and growing relationships with our club partners
Kelsey Hauser
club operations manager
Kelsey grew up in Western Massachusetts and brings a wealth of experience to the game as both a player and coach. She is currently an Assistant Coach at Hofstra University, where she has helped guide the program to three conference championships. A First Team All-Conference player at Skidmore College, she earned her degree in Business with a minor in Mathematics before completing her MBA in Global Supply Chain Management at Clarkson University.
Her coaching resume includes Head Coach roles at Clarkson University, the USL-W Long Island Lady Rough Riders, and the Long Island Soccer Club Girls Academy teams, as well as Assistant Coach positions at Clarkson and Vassar College. She holds an Advanced National Diploma and lives on Long Island, New York with her husband and two young children, ages 3 and 1.
Melanie Clark
Administrative Operational Manager
Melanie Clark, originally from Columbus, Ohio, now lives in Charleston, South Carolina with her husband and three children. A lifelong athlete, she grew up playing soccer and competing in multiple sports, ultimately graduating from The Ohio State University, where she was a varsity athlete in both Track and Cross Country. Melanie has been a certified personal trainer for over 13 years and is a passionate sports performance coach, specializing in the prevention of overuse injuries in youth athletes. With a professional background in business management, she is excited to bring her administrative and bookkeeping expertise to support the mission of Soccer Parenting.
Ryan Goetz
Web Developer & Data Solutions Engineer
Raised in Richmond, Virginia, Ryan has always been passionate about shaping the digital landscape of the future. From an early age, he was captivated by technology—fascinated by how code could transform ideas into reality. Whether building websites, exploring the foundational elements of technology, or analyzing data, Ryan has consistently sought ways to enhance efficiency and impact.
At Soccer Parenting, Ryan is responsible for optimizing our data collection processes, innovating how we deliver and utilize data sets, enhancing reporting and analytics, and refining user experience to ensure seamless engagement. His work is driven by a deep commitment to problem-solving—whether streamlining workflows, improving digital interactions, or unlocking new opportunities through data. Guided by the belief that technology should be accessible, efficient, and ever-evolving, Ryan is dedicated to creating solutions that make a meaningful difference.
