The Team
Who We Are
Zinyor Babiker (Zee)
Founder & CEO
Welcome to Soccer Player Academy, founded by Coach Zee, who brings over 20 years of coaching and playing experience to the field. With proven track record of training over 100 collegiate players and several professional athletes, Coach Zee is dedicated to helping aspiring soccer players reach their full potential. Join us elevate your game and learn from the best in the industry!
Everett Houser
Trainer
Coach Everett, a proud Bearden High School alum, brings a wealth of experience to our program with 10 years of playing and coaching. His journey includes a successful four-year collegiate career, which has shaped his approach to the game. We are excited to have his expertise and passion for developing young athletes as part of our team.
Mariana Diaz
Trainer
Meet Coach Mariana, the head coach of the Pellissippi Community College Women's Soccer team. A Knoxville native, she honed her skills playing for Halls School and continued her journey at LMU for four years. With two years of graduate experience, Coach Mariana has successfully coached and trained numerous high school All-Americans and college athletes, showcasing her dedication to developing talent on and off the field.
MOE HOHAMMED
Trainer (Chattanooga)
Meet Coach Moe, an Egyptian native with a wealth of experience in both coaching and playing. Currently, he is making an impact with the Chattanooga Red Wolves and ATL United Academy. Coach's passion for the game and dedication to developing talent shines through in every session he leads. Join us in welcoming him to the team!