Meet Our Team
Matt Sahag
515-943-5672
Background:
- Hometown: Rockford, Ill
- Education
- Drake University, B.A. Finance
- Drake University Law School, J.D.
- USSF B Coaching License
- NCAA Academic All-American
- Drake 4 year starter, and Captain 1999-2002.
- Current Occupation: Founder and President of Kick It Forward
In my spare time I enjoy coaching soccer and philanthropic work.
Why I joined Kick It Forward:
I want to be able to reach as many kids as possible to give them the opportunity to use soccer as a vehicle to better their lives.
Favorite Quote:
“Sometimes we only see how people are different from us. But if you look hard enough, you can see how much we’re all alike.”
Ben Brackett
515-556-4596
Background:
- Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa
- Special Olympics Adult Soccer Coach, 2016-present
- Youth Coach 2002-present
- USSF C License
- Brown University, Class of 2007, Men’s Soccer Team 2003-2007
- PDL 2002-2007 (Des Moines Menace, Vermont Voltage, Rhode Island Sting Rays)
- Current Occupation: Ferguson Commercial Real Estate Service
Why I joined Kick It Forward:
As my playing career wound down, it seemed like coaching was the (only) way to give back to the game that has given me so much. But as time has passed, I realized how desperately our soccer community needs advocates and supporters of the game itself – not a particular club or team. Accessibility is the name of the game, whether it be through providing free/affordable playing opportunities or developing more soccer facilities.
Favorite Quote:
"Only fools are positive."
Joe Sithonnorath
515-554-6452
Background:
- Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa
- Graduated from Drake University; Class of 2003- BSBA- Corporate Finance Major
- Dowling Catholic Assistant Boys Soccer Coach- Varsity 2014-2017
- U-23 USASA Men’s National Team; 2002
- Des Moines Menace; 1999-2005
- Drake Men’s Soccer 1999-2002
- Current Occupation: Business Support Consultant at Wells Fargo
In my spare time I enjoy family time, golf, and soccer.
Why I joined Kick It Forward:
By simply making soccer more accessible to our local communities, it will open up more opportunities. End goals are to provide a platform for a better life, and to bring the community together through soccer.
Favorite Quote:
“fortune rewards the brave”
Blake Siberz
515-210-6812
Background:
- Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa
- Drake University 2003-2006
- Academic All-American 2006
- Des Moines Menace National Champion 2005
- USSF C License
- Current Occupation: Special Event Coordinator, Keck Parking
In my spare time I like to hang out with family and watch soccer.
Why I joined Kick It Forward:
The opportunity to offer kids options through soccer they may not otherwise have is enjoyable and rewarding.
Favorite Quote:
"Nothing worth having comes easy"
Daryn "Ozzie" White
515 724 2764
Background:
- Hometown: Johnston, Iowa
- Former Pro Player
- US Soccer A License
- NSCAA Master Coach Diploma
- NSCAA Premier License
- NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma
- Current Occupation: Women's Soccer Head Coach Graceland University
In my spare time I enjoy cooking, reading, travel, and being with family.
Why I joined Kick It Forward:
To change lives through hard work, big dreams, and maximizing opportunities.
Favorite Quote:
"I have never played a draw in my life"