Our Coaches

Steve is the parent of 6th grader, Emma, at Madison. Steve has only played casually as an adult, but enjoys the sport's:

1. Heavy emphasis on sportsmanship: there are no refs. The kids have to enforce the rules, and they take time at the end of the game to review their own conduct and the conduct of the other team.
2. Coed nature: there aren't too many sports where all genders get to play together. It generally feels like a more rounded-out experience.
3. Newcomers welcome: it's fine if you are just starting out. You're not disadvantaged if you haven't been playing since kindergarten because very few if any have been playing before.
4. Many avenues to shine: while yes it helps to be skilled at throwing, if someone is willing to work hard (e.g., run), they can help overcome any gaps in their developing skills.

This is Steve's 7th season volunteering/coaching with Madison. He enjoys biking and generally playing just about any game.

Gabriel is the parent of Madison 6th grader Arlen. He has played on college and club teams for more than two decades (!). Gabriel places a heavy emphasis on spirit of the game. One of the most amazing things about ultimate is the emphasis on being good humans playing together, and Gabriel seeks to instill this in his players. SotG can be summarized as treating others with respect, taking responsibility for one's actions, and integrity.

This is Gabriel's 4th season volunteering/coaching, 3 with Lafayette Elementary and now with Madison.

• Dad to 7th grader Jack
• Second year at Madison
• Neighborhood physical therapist and owner of Sea Pines Physical Therapy

• Dad to 6th grader Maxen
• Coached 3 previous springs at Lafayette
• First season at Madison

• Dad to 7th grader Megan
• Coached 2 previous springs at Alki
• Second year at Madison

• Dad to 6th grader Joseph
• Coached 2 previous springs at Alki
• First season at Madison
• Previously organized Bike and Walk to School Day at Alki Elementary
• Enjoys biking and all things bike related!

• Dad to 6th grader Nolan
• Coached 3 previous springs at Genesee Hill
• First season at Madison

• Dad to 6th grader Mana
• First season at Madison
• Assistant Coach in training

• Mom to 6th grader Sophie
• First season at Madison

• 9th grader at West Seattle High School
• Played at Madison the previous two years.
• First season helping coach at Madison.