WILL HANNA
Springfield
Summary
Former NCAA Division I student-athlete and MLS NEXT Head Coach with extensive experience in recruiting, player development, and high-performance program operations. Proven track record managing collegiate and semi-professional athletes while advancing players to NCAA programs and professional academies, including 20+ placements with D.C. United. Known for building accountable, competitive environments and serving as a trusted collaborator within elite coaching staffs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, MLS NEXT Player Development & Head Coach
Alexandria Soccer Association
Alexandria
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as MLS NEXT Head Coach while collaborating as a technical staff leader to align curriculum, game model, and IDPs.
- Lead player identification, tryouts, roster construction, and retention; maintain relationships with college and professional scouts.
- Manage team operations including league and showcase travel, budgeting, scheduling, and logistics.
- Mentored 20+ players into the D.C. United Academy, with numerous others progressing to NCAA programs.
Director, Academy Futsal
Alexandria Soccer Association
Alexandria
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Expanded program from 6 teams and 4 coaches to 75 teams (650+ players) and 40 coaches.
- Oversaw budgeting, curriculum design, coach education, evaluations, IDPs, and logistics across 15 facilities.
- Guided teams to 15+ State Titles, 12 Regional Titles, and 4 National Championships; produced U.S. Futsal National Team players and Coaches.
Head Coach
Alexandria Reds NPSL / CCL Pro U23
Alexandria
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Achieved Mid-Atlantic Conference Championship and reached regional semi-finals; recognized as NPSL Mid-Atlantic Coach of the Year (2022).
- Secured runner-up position in Mid-Atlantic Conference (2023) and reached semi-finals (2024).
- Directed recruitment, roster management, training sessions, video analysis, scouting, and game preparation.
- Facilitated college and professional placement through advocacy, film review, and scouting connections.
Education
B.S. - Sports Management & Psychology
University of Memphis
Skills
- Scouting and recruitment
- Player development and roster management
- Game analysis and competition preparation
- Session development and execution
- Budgeting and team operations
Coaching Experience
- Head Coach, Alexandria SA, NPSL Semi-Pro
- Head Coach, Alexandria SA, CCL U23 Semi-Pro
- Head Coach, Alexandria SA, MLS NEXT U13-U19
- Head Coach, USFF Youth National Team U14 & U16
Coaching Philosophy
Develop complete players through a balance of technical quality, tactical understanding, competitive mentality, and character. My environments emphasize accountability, intelligent decision-making, and clear roles within team structure. I value collaboration among staff and believe aligned standards and shared vision are essential to sustained success.
Player Development Recruiting Impact
- Extensive experience identifying, evaluating, and recruiting players across youth and semi-professional pathways.
- Mentored 20+ players into the D.C. United Academy; numerous NCAA placements across DI, DII, and DIII.
- Designed and implemented Individual Development Plans tracking technical, tactical, physical, and psychological growth.
- Supported players through the recruiting process with honest evaluation, film review, and college staff communication.
Licensure
- USSF National B
- NSCAA National
- USFF Level 1 & 2
- VYSA Futsal Instructor
Community Impact
Zotheka Foundation, Nominating Committee Chairman & Assistant to the President, Support governance and scholarship selection for a 501(c)(3) providing mentorship and educational funding. Four full scholarships have been awarded annually since 2022.
Accomplishments
Head Coach & Team Accomplishments
U.S. Futsal
‘08 Boys National Team Head Coach & IFA Champions, Spain 2022 & Malaysia 2024
Alexandria Soccer Association
'12 Boys MLSN Cup Round of 32 (2024)
'11 Boys MLSN undefeated (2023), MLSN Cup Quarter Finalist (2024)
'08 Boys USFF Regional Champions & USYF Regional Runner-up (2021)
'07 Boys USFF National Champions & USYF Regional Champions (2020), MLSN Cup Round of 32 (2022)
'06 Boys, Virginia State Champions (2019)
'05 Boys, USFF Regional Finalist & National Semifinalist (2018)
'02 Boys, USFF National Champions (2017, 2018, 2019); USFF Regional Champions (2017, 2018, 2019)
2022 NPSL Mid-Atlantic Coach of the Year
2019 VYSA Virginia Youth Soccer Coach of the Year
2011 NSCAA Tennessee High School Girls Coach of the Year
U.S. Futsal
‘08 Boys National Team Head Coach & IFA Champions, Spain 2022 & Malaysia 2024
Alexandria Soccer Association
'12 Boys MLSN Cup Round of 32 (2024)
'11 Boys MLSN undefeated (2023), MLSN Cup Quarter Finalist (2024)
'08 Boys USFF Regional Champions & USYF Regional Runner-up (2021)
'07 Boys USFF National Champions & USYF Regional Champions (2020), MLSN Cup Round of 32 (2022)
'06 Boys, Virginia State Champions (2019)
'05 Boys, USFF Regional Finalist & National Semifinalist (2018)
'02 Boys, USFF National Champions (2017, 2018, 2019); USFF Regional Champions (2017, 2018, 2019)
2022 NPSL Mid-Atlantic Coach of the Year
2019 VYSA Virginia Youth Soccer Coach of the Year
2011 NSCAA Tennessee High School Girls Coach of the Year
Portfolio Link
Portfolio Link
References
References available upon request.
Websites
Timeline
Director, MLS NEXT Player Development & Head Coach
Alexandria Soccer Association
01.2022 - Current
Head Coach
Alexandria Reds NPSL / CCL Pro U23
01.2019 - 08.2024
Director, Academy Futsal
Alexandria Soccer Association
01.2016 - 01.2025
B.S. - Sports Management & Psychology
University of Memphis