Coach Tyler Pagano is Portland’s soccer passion powerhouse! Born in Chicago, Tyler tore up the field with Chicago Sockers FC before shining as a 4-year NCAA D1 All-Conference Captain at UMass and Valparaiso. Post-college, he chased the dream with Indiana Invaders FC and explored the game in Bolivia!

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Tyler's coaching journey kicked off at Wabash College before landing in Portland in 2014 to found Balance Soccer in 2016. As a former Oregon ODP Head Coach and Regional Training Center Director, he’s shaped countless players with his technical know-how and infectious enthusiasm. Since 2019, Tyler’s been a key player on the Fields of Dreams Uganda 501c3 weaving global perspectives into his sessions.

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With a ball at his feet since childhood, Tyler’s here to spark confidence and joy in PDX players of all ages and skill levels. Join him to level up your game and love the journey!