February 16, 2023 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – Minnesota United FC News Release
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. – Minnesota United announced today new coaching and technical staff hires for the MNUFC Academy: former Minnesota United player Fanendo Adi, Alex Morawiecki, Jamie Carroll-Rolfe, Scott Macleod and Hannah Valen all recently joined the Youth Development Program ahead of the start of the 2023 MLS NEXT competition season.
“We’re excited to add staff that encompass the diversity and multi-layered experiences that we want to impart to our Academy players,” said MNUFC Vice President of Youth Development Amos Magee. “From ex-Designated Players in Major League Soccer to college head coaches, to young coaches of great promise who started as volunteer assistant coaches – they have rolled up their sleeves to go above and beyond at our Academy.”
Fanendo Adi – U19 Head Coach
The former MLS-striker joins the club as the new U19 Head Coach. Adi’s prolific playing experience spans 12 years on both an international and Major League Soccer level. The two-time MLS Cup champion began his began his career in MLS with the Portland Timbers, followed by a stint with Columbus Crew and he finished his playing career in Minnesota following the 2021 season. Adi notably scored 56 goals in regular-season action across all three clubs, earning his way into winning MLS Cup championships with both Portland and Columbus. Internationally, Adi has competed in both Concacaf and UEFA Champions League contests. The Lagos, Nigeria native currently holds a USSF B Coaching License.
Alex Morawiecki – U19 Assistant Coach
Morawiecki arrives at the MNUFC Academy as the new U19 Assistant Coach. Hailing from Winona, Minnesota and residing in St. Paul, Morawiecki was previously the head coach for Hamline University’s men’s soccer program, where he led the squad from 2012-2022. Morawiecki played three years of hockey and four years of soccer for Hamline University, graduating with a degree in Psychology in 2006. He received a master’s degree in organizational management from Concordia University – St. Paul in 2009. Morawiecki notably has coaching experience from stints at Concordia, Northern Illinois University, Xavier University, Schoolcraft College and the Michigan Wolves-Hawks Youth Soccer Club. He holds Advanced Youth and National Diplomas from the National Soccer Coaches of America (NSCA).
Jamie Carroll-Rolfe – U15 Assistant Coach
Returning in a full-time capacity, Carroll-Rolfe is a U15 Assistant…
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