Simon Keizer
A transplant from England, Simon made his way to Texas, and has lived in the Texoma area for 23 years. He played collegiate soccer briefly before spending 13 years as a varsity soccer coach. During that time, he was the Global Engagement Manager for a charity partnering with soccer clubs around the world using sport as a vehicle to change the lives of youth and impact entire communities. From business to ministry, he is passionate about igniting an entire region to see the opportunity of sport as a catalyst for community development.
Ben watson
A Sherman, Texas native who brings professional soccer experience from countries like New Zealand, Denmark, Puerto Rico and the USA. Outside of a professional soccer career, he obtained his degree from Northeastern State University where he captained the NSU Riverhawks with NCAA Elite 8 & Sweet 16 trips. Over his days spent developing the love for the sport, Ben has found a unique passion for expanding the developmental side of the game in the Texoma community. He finds great value in facilitating opportunities he wished he had as a kid growing up in the region.
Keenan Armbrust
Keenan joins Texoma FC as a transplant from the Pacific Northwest. He and his wife relocated to Texas after previously having worked for the likes of Nike HQ and Amazon. The former professional footballer brings a background of business and strategic management alongside a depth of soccer knowledge to the team.
Keenan received a degree in Business Management from Azusa Pacific University where he played for all four years at the Southern California based NCAA D2 program.
He has voiced his strongest desire in joining the club, is to build the community around the sport of football (soccer) and to bring opportunities to the youth that he wishes he had as a kid. “This is more than just a game, this is an opportunity to bring people together and support one another while still challenging to be the best professional soccer team in the United States.”
Zac Grantham
For 17 years, Zac has been on the radio in Texoma. He is married to his beautiful wife, Jen, with whom he shares two handsome boys. Kaden is 12 years old followed by Rhett, age 9. Zac also serves on the leadership team at his church, Joshua’s Crossing and plays drums in the worship band.
Zac is very excited to be at Texoma FC as the Director of Partnerships and Promotions and to continue to serve in the Texoma community.
Andrew mortarelli
Andrew Mortarelli is a Brimfield, Massachusetts native and a graduate of the University of Kentucky. He holds a Bachelors and Masters degree in Business Communications and Business Administration and Human Resources and Analytics respectively.
A lifelong soccer fan, Andrew played Division III soccer at Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania. Before joining the Texoma FC team, he previously worked at FC Cincinnati (MLS) and Hartford Athletic (USL Championship).
Regina Robinson
Regina is passionate about creating opportunities for individuals to discover and reach their full God given potential. Over the last 17 years she has dedicated herself to the spiritual and educational development of students through ministry and in the school system.
As the Executive Director of the Texoma FC Foundation, Regina will lead the foundation using soccer as a vehicle to champion social and emotional learning while developing programs and projects to serve the community of Texoma.
Growing up in the small town of Caney, Oklahoma and Graduating from Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Regina has an amazing amount of love for the greater Texomaland and looks forward to cultivating opportunities for individual and community growth within our area.
Ruben Centeno
A Sherman, Texas native, Ruben moved to New Jersey in 2009 and made his return to his hometown after earning his Bachelor’s degree in Social Media & Public Relations from Montclair State University. His experience working with the LPGA and FC Dallas led him to pursue a career in sports communications where his goal is to create community through sport.
isabella
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Born and raised in Central California, Isabella is a recent graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Digital Media. With a deep passion for storytelling and content creation, Isabella is dedicated to using her skills to engage audiences and make an impact within the sports world. She joins the team eager to combine her love for the game with her creative talents to build a strong connection between Texoma FC and the community.
Tyler baker
A native of Alabaster, Alabama, Tyler graduated from the University of Alabama, earning his Bachelor’s degree in Communications Studies in 2022.
Over the last four years Tyler has worked for the Birmingham Barons in Double AA Baseball and the New England Knockouts out of the Frontier League, Tyler brings extensive experience in the sports industry and shares the love of sport.
Tyler is excited to jump into the Texoma community and embrace it with open arms!
Dawson Minke
A University of Arkansas graduate with a degree in Sports Management, Dawson brings tremendous experience in ticket sales to Texoma FC. Passionate about connecting fans with unforgettable experiences, Dawson is proud to contribute to the growth of Texoma FC and its community.
Heather Keizer
Born in Denison, TX, Heather earned her Bachelor of Education from Southeastern Oklahoma University in 2004 and her Masters in Special Education in 2021. She has been married to her amazing husband, SImon for twenty one years and together raised four amazing kids in the Texoma area.
Heather has a deep passion for utilizing unique ways to bring families together to better serve the Texoma community. She looks forward to helping future generations create new memories that have a lasting impact through the sport of soccer.
Jordan Koeppe
A native of Plano, Texas, Jordan joins Texoma FC with extensive experience in coaching and community engagement in the DFW and Texoma metroplex. With a love for his community and a dedication to promoting the love of soccer, Jordan is excited to interact with all of the Texoma community.
Leo Guerrero
With over a decade of extensive coaching experience, Leo held key roles such as the AYSES Programs Director, Omaha Legends Soccer Club Director, and was a coach at Nebraska’s Olympic Developmental Program.
Leo has dedicated his career to using soccer to teach valuable life skills such as sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and work ethic.
Amanda Rich
A native of El Dorado, Arkansas, Amanda joins the team with over 13 years of serving as a nurse in Arkansas, Louisiana, and here in Texoma. She is a wife and proud mother to two Texoma FC Youth Academy players.
