Staff
Brad Gieske (MSc, CSCS, USSF B)
Anjon Athletics Sport Director
Coaching Experience
Playing Experience
Education
First Author Publications and Speaking Engagements
- Coach of Futbol Sin Fronteras vs. Nicaraguan Women’s National Team in FIFA friendly match
- Trainer at Barcelona Escola de Futebol (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
- Coach of AC Miami in Budapest, Hungary
- Study of Academy Structure in Iceland at Vikingur
- Trainer in Kenya at Kisumu Greenland SoccerPlus FC
- ODP Head Coach and Developmental Age Group Coordinator (Missouri) and Regional II Camp Staff Coach
- Level 1 and 2 Coaching Course Director in Kisumu, Kenya (course recognized by FKF)
- League America (Missouri) Head Educator of Coach Educators
- SoccerPlus Director and Curriculum Advisor
- MYSA-STL CITY SC “Coaching the Coaches” Coach Educator
- STL CITY Futures Coach
- Captain of 2x High School State Championship Team
- Missouri Olympic Development Program (ODP) Player [’91 Boys]
- Collegiate and PDL Reserve Player
- Adult Mitre Cup Champion
- M.S. Human Performance
- B.S. Exercise Science
- Minors Nutrition and Chemistry
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- United States Soccer Federation (USSF) National B License
- United Soccer Coaches Advanced National Diploma
- United Soccer Coaches 30-Under-30 Honorary Coach
- TOVO V1 Certificate
- Urban Soccer Diploma Educator Certification with United Soccer Coaches
- Soccer for Success Trainer Certification with US Soccer Foundation
- Functional Movement Screening (FMS) Certification
- Former Exercise Physiologist at Exercise and Performance Nutrition Laboratory (EPNL)
- Former Secondary School Teacher Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, Chemistry, Weight & Strength Training
• Creative Approaches to Grassroots Growth (USYS Grassroots Symposium, 2023)
• Responsibility & Integrity (Sharing Goals, 2022)
• League America Curricula and Resources (2021-2024)
• Training Daily Excellence (YouTube, 2018)
• Fluid Intelligence in Sport: The Sport-Based Fluid Intelligence Test (SBFIT) (2017)
• “Does protein and source impact substrate oxidation and energy expenditure during and after moderate intensity treadmill
exercise?” (Journal of International Society of Sports Nutrition (JISSN), 2016)
• The Soccer Journal: The Player’s Guide to Daily Excellence (2016)
• “Psychological and Cognitive Aspects of Goalkeeping Aptitude” (pre-print, 2015)
• “Metabolic Implications of Curcumin in the Diet” (Student Research Symposium, 2014)
• “Effects of Muscle Fatigue on Endurance Resistance Training” (MOAHPERD, 2012)
Testimonials
“Here are three ways how Brad’s practice sessions helped me. One reason on how it helped is that Brad challenges me. Another reason is that he’s made me confident to take videos of me doing my soccer skills. Most of all, Brad is kind, caring, and super nice. With Brad, he taught me the iso cross, the sixth V, and pirate swerve.”
-LP
St. Dominic High School
“Training with Coach Brad has helped me with many aspects of my game. These include my touch, quickness, strike, and especially my confidence. I would recommend training with Brad to improve your soccer skills.”
-Logan Racine
Rider University
“Training with Brad is challenging, intense, and fun. He is dedicated and creative with drills and moves. He encourages me to set short and long term goals in my practices and games. Brad doesn’t just train me to be a better player, he also inspires me to be a good person. And to always believe that I can accomplish anything with hard work and passion.”
-Alex Schwartz
Arkansas State University
“How do you begin to describe Brad’s energy on the field? It’s difficult to describe but fantastic to experience for players and fellow coaches alike. His passion is fused with an expertise in player and leadership development as well as human performance. He engages and invests in each player and then challenges the group individually and collectively, while progressively guiding the session through a topic of emphasis. The instruction is clear, assertive and supportive so the players can optimize their development on the field. Brad excels in the final piece of this coaching formula and that is to celebrate success with the players in the moment. This reinforces good habits and supports self-confidence in the individuals. The result is a fantastic correlation between Brad’s coaching methods and the development of the total child as a soccer player and positive leader. “
-Drew DiCicco
SoccerPlus Field Player National Director
“Coach Brad is a true ‘players’ coach.’ He understands the game of soccer and always leads by example. Brad cares about his players, he is dedicated and determined to help us improve. Every practice session is well-designed. I find the sessions helpful. Over the years Brad has helped me grow as a player and as a person, I consider him a friend & mentor on and off the field. I strongly recommend training with Brad, if you are mentally and physically prepared!”
-Wilson You
Washington & Jefferson College
“Since starting private training with Brad Gieske a year ago, both our sons have become multi-dimensional soccer players. Brad encourages natural ability and efficiency/gracefully corrects weaknesses. His sessions are engaging, challenging, fun, and always unique. Brad is a positive coach that brings out the best in our sons. The most rewarding part as a parent is watching new skills and an even more passionate for the game unfold on the field.”
-Laura Purewal, Mom to Britton and Ethan
“Brad truly loves the game of soccer, and he treats all of his sessions with this love. Training with Brad has given me some of my favorite memories of playing soccer and has contributed to my overall enjoyment of the game. Brad has always pushed me to be the best player I can be and he has helped me grow so much. Not only is he a great player, but he’s also a great person. I remember being nervous and shy in my first ever session with Brad, but his kindness and welcoming almost instantly broke through that. Since then, I’ve trained with Brad for many years and I can say that he has become a great friend of mine.”
-Duchesne High School
Central Methodist University (Fall 2025)
“Brad is one of the best coaches I’ve ever had in my 14 years of soccer. He constantly finds creative and fun ways for you to improve your game and builds a genuine connection with you at the same time. Despite not living in the same state as him, I still keep in touch with him and take his advice on soccer things all the time. He has helped me mature not just as a player, but as a person as well. I would highly recommend training with Brad if you want to take your game to the next level.”
“Coach Brad Gieske is one of the most impactful coaches I’ve had the privilege of playing for and training with. His guidance not only helped me improve my technical skills, but also taught me valuable life lessons that have shaped me into a better player and person. Brad’s training methods are thorough and effective, and his commitment to my development played a key role in my ability to compete at the collegiate level. His dedication, knowledge, and passion for the game make him an incredible asset for any player or team. I’m grateful for everything he’s taught me and would highly recommend working with Coach Gieske to any player who is looking to elevate their game.”
-Jacob Morris
Culver-Stockton College