Meet the Coaches

Max Labrenz

Head Coach - Academy Boys U10

Asst. Coach - Premier Boys U13 and U14

About Max

Max Labrenz has been a coach for Hudson Valley Programs since the 2022 season. In the past, he has coached the HVA BU15 team and HVA BU16 team. Both teams had successful summer tournament seasons for their respective years. During the summer of 2023, the HVA BU15 team came in 2nd place at the Seaside Classic in Rhode Island. Currently, Max is coaching the HVA U9/10 team and assisting with the HVP BU13 and BU14 teams. Outside of Hudson Valley Programs, Max is the JV boys' soccer coach at Our Lady of Lourdes High School, in which he led his team to an undefeated 16 game season in 2024. Max loves to use the season planner of The Coaching Manuel to structure his training sessions and he currently holds youth diplomas from Coerver Soccer and his National C license from US Soccer.

Adam Ritter

Asst. Coach - Pre Academy

About Adam

The Hudson Valley Youth Soccer League is very special to me because I grew up playing for local clubs and have been very fortunate to have had some important coaches and mentors who have supported me to dare greatly and not be afraid to make mistakes. Therefore, coaching is my way of giving back all the wonderful lessons the beautiful game has taught and given to me. I look forward to teaching soccer skills and tactics, but more importantly, encouraging brave, creative leadership in every player.

Jessica Van Houten

Asst. Coach - Premier U14 Girls

About Jessica

Soccer background: Jessica played Varsity girls soccer for Highland High School, for The Wallkill Thunder Select travel team coached under Eddie Evans, traveled to college showcases and was asked to join the Eastern New York Olympic Development Team her Junior year to compete in the 2000 ODP Games coached by Domenic Martrelli. She was recruited by Wellesley College's soccer program and competed at the collegiate level for 4 years in the NEWMAC NCAA conference as the team's starting sweeper, center and left back and back up goalkeeper. After graduation, Jessica continued to play recreational co-ed soccer at Chelsea Piers in NYC . She now plays in the Hudson Valley Women's Soccer League and in pick up games wherever she can find them.

Coaching Experience: Jessica was Head coach of the Poughkeepsie Day School Girls Varsity Soccer team from 2016-2020. She formed a U10 girls team for the New Paltz Travel Soccer program and coached this team for 3 years. She also coached the U11 Highland United Rec team in 2023. Jessica has coached and trained with the HVYSL U15 girls since 2023 and is now coaching with Rene Rivera as the assistant coach for the U14 Girls 2025 spring team. Jessica is GrassRoots certified and aims to instill the love of soccer in her players.

Mark Moren

Head Coach - Academy Girls HSU18

About Mark

Mark Moren Hudson Valley Academy Girls HSU18 Coach Experienced and enthusiastic soccer coach with over 28 years of experience coaching soccer at the HighSchool, Academy and Premier level. Played soccer Collegiately at Buffalo State, Erie CC and Cortland College. I am extremely committed to the athlete’s I work with and committed to fostering a positive team environment. I also feel it's extremely important to foster memorable experiences in training sessions, tournaments and team bonding activities. I feel it's important in developing the whole person which includes; skills in soccer, confidence, character and sportsmanship/citizenship. Knowledge in effective coaching techniques and sessions in developing both the individual athlete and team aspect. As an educator I understand the importance of developing the student athlete in both academics and athletic growth. -National Soccer Coaches association of American Certified -State/Regional/Advanced Regional Diploma -National Diploma 2007 -Safesport Certified - US Soccer Federation -Section 9 Coaches Association Member -East Hudson/Hudson Valley Academy Soccer Coach 2014-present -Spackenkill Varsity Girls HS Coach - 2024 -present (MHAL COY Award) -Webutuck Varsity Girls HS Coach 1998-2023 (MHAL COY Award 03/05) -Coerver Summer Camp Coach 2021-present -Poughkeepsie Hotshots TOPSC Div.1/Premier Level 2004-2013 -Physical Education/Health Teacher 1991-2022 (Retired

Roy E. Kievit, III

Head Coach - Pre Academy

About Roy

-Volunteer coach for Town of LaGrange Soccer Club 2007-2012 (Boys Travel Coach from 2009-2012)

-USSF Soccer referee 2013-2023

-Boys Junior Varsity Soccer Coach at Our Lady of Lourdes HS 2011-2020

-Boys Varsity Soccer Coach at Our Lady of Lourdes HS 2020-2023 - Team reached NYS Finals in 2022

-East Hudson/ Hudson Valley Youth Soccer League Coach 2022-Present

-I possess a US Soccer National Class D Coaching License

William Hoffman

HVYSL Premier Program

About William

William started playing soccer at age 6 for the Hyde Park Soccer League. He played intramurals for many years and then joined Hyde Park's inaugural intramural travel team.
After playing for the Hyde Park Soccer League, William played four years at Roosevelt High School.
During the spring season, he worked with Roosevelt's Varsity Girls Soccer team, first as team manager and then as assistant coach. His role as assistant coach continued during his years in college.
In 2000, he took over the JV Girls Soccer coach role and has held the position ever since.
At one time or another, William has played every position on the field and enjoys sharing his knowledge with the players he coaches.

Mike Busa

Coach - Premier Girls U11

About Mike

With over three years of coaching experience, Michael Busa is dedicated to developing young athletes through structured training, teamwork, and game strategy. Currently coaching with Hudson Valley Youth Soccer League U-11 Girls Premier Team and serving as an Assistant Coach for Wappingers Warriors United U-11 (Travel), Coach Mike plays a key role in practice planning, game-day management, and player growth.

Previously, as Head Coach for West Side Soccer Club U-12 and U-10 (Rec.) in New York City, Coach Mike led training sessions, managed lineups, and instilled strong team dynamics. With experience across competitive and recreational levels, Coach Mike are committed to building confident, well-rounded players.

Annalies Jobsis

HVYSL Premier Program

About Annalies

Coach Annalies began her coaching career after finishing her collegiate career at Averett University, where she led the conference in goals and points in 2016. Starting with high school soccer, her love of coaching led her to coaching at the club level in Asheville, NC. She then served as the head women’s soccer coach at Patrick Henry Community College in Virginia, before returning to Durham, NC, where she took on an assistant coach position at William Peace University.

During her time in the Triangle, Coach Annalies also contributed to club soccer at North Carolina FC. In 2022, she made the decision to focus solely on club coaching with NCFC, continuing to impact the game at a grassroots level. Coach Annalies has also been involved with North Carolina’s ODP (Olympic Development Program) since 2019, furthering her dedication to developing talent at all levels.

Recently, she reconnected with high school coaching before making the move to New York. With a diverse coaching background and a commitment to helping players grow both on and off the field, Coach Annalies continues to inspire athletes with her extensive experience and unwavering passion for soccer.

Sarah Dwyer-Shick

HVYSL Premier Program

About Sarah

Sarah Dwyer-Shick is currently an Associate Commissioner for the WPSL the goalkeeper coach for the Vassar College women's soccer team and . She also works with Soccer Parenting, managing their Youth Coach Advisory Group. In more than 30 years in the game her coaching experience is wide ranging. She has worked with youth programs from the recreational to elite levels and been a head or assistant coach at all three NCAA divisions. She has also spent time working in soccer schools in Austria and Brazil and as an assistant men's coach at Dutchess Community College..

With a commitment that sports are for everyone Sarah founded The Sports Bra Project. The nonprofit works to ensure that girls have the equipment they need to participate and provides a leadership opportunity for young athletes.

Her certifications include:

USSF National Youth License. United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching, Advanced National and Advanced National Goalkeeping diplomas. She is CSCS certified by the NSCA.

Meet the Coaches

Max Labrenz

Adam Ritter

Jessica Van Houten

Mark Moren

Roy E. Kievit, III

William Hoffman

Mike Busa

Annalies Jobsis

Sarah Dwyer-Shick

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