EDGE STAFF AND OFFICE INFO

Jeff Hooker - Director of Coaching Development
E-mail: jeffh@edgesoccer.net
Phone Number: Coming Soon

Jeff serves Colorado EDGE as an integral part of driving our club’s level of excellence, expectations and successes within our Boys and Girls Competitive programs. Jeff will collaborate with our Competitive Directors providing an additional layer of education and mentorship to our competitive coaches through on-field coach and program assessment, provide feedback to enhance their ability to succeed, conduct in person and virtual coaching education sessions throughout the year and provide curriculum and program analyses. In addition, coach retention and recruitment is key so our membership can have the best possible coaches working with each team. 
Jeff comes to EDGE with 31 years of Division 1 college coaching experience, as well as deep connections in the youth game both in Colorado and across the country. As a US Soccer Federation (USSF) ‘B’ coaching license holder, Jeff previously was the head women’s coach at University of Denver for 31 years, 2 year stint as the head men’s coach at University of Denver, as well as previous youth club experience at various Colorado youth soccer clubs. A 12-time Conference Coach of the Year, Jeff has placed 11 players in professional leagues, both domestic and foreign. His playing experience includes Division 1 at UCLA, and a member of the US Olympic team and US National Team. 

Emma Drumright - Member Services Director
E-mail: emmad@edgesoccer.net
Phone Number: (720) 704-6060

Emma, our Member Services Director, assists with club registration specifically for the Recreational program, account management, team managers, TOPS Soccer Administration, and office support. We welcome Emma back to the other side of the “field” after she played her entire soccer career at EDGE from U4-U19. Emma is an Arvada native and is currently finishing up her degree at the University of Colorado. 

Dave Roberts - 4U-8U Recreational Director
E-mail: daver@edgesoccer.net
Direct Line: (720) 779-0026

Dave currently holds a USSF 'D' coaching license, USSF National Youth coaching License, and a USC Youth Level 1 diploma. Dave grew up in Arvada where he played competitively for the Arvada Eagles of the Arvada Soccer Association. Dave began his coaching career in high school as a volunteer coach for the club and has also served as a member of our board of directors.

Adam Creasey - Academy Select and Upper Recreational (9U-19U) Director

E-mail: adamc@edgesoccer.net
Phone Number: (720) 779-0025

Kris Peat -Goalkeeper Director
E-mail: krisp@edgesoccer.net
Phone Number: (720) 779-0032

Kris holds his USSF “A” coaching license and works with our Goalkeepers throughout the year during weekly training sessions, gameday support at league and tournament games, along with providing assistance with club tournaments, camps and administration. Kris has an outstanding ability to relate to and work with boys and girls in the highly specialized goalkeeper position. Kris joins us after 15 years as the Associate Head Coach and Goalkeeper Coach for the University of Denver Division 1 Women’s program. In addition to his time at DU, Kris has worked with goalkeepers at various youth clubs in the Denver metro area. Prior to the University of Denver, Kris served in different capacities as a director and coach in youth clubs, state associations, colleges and professional clubs in Atlanta. Kris’ playing career as a goalkeeper included high school All-American honors, Youth National team appearances, 4 year starter at NC State and 11 years as a professional goalkeeper.

Adam Creasey - Academy Select and Upper Recreational (9U-19U) Director

E-mail: adamc@edgesoccer.net
Phone Number: (720) 779-0025

Adam takes charge of our Academy Select and Upper Recreational program bringing a wealth of experience and passion to our players and coaches to help nurture their love for the game of soccer. Adam has been entrenched at EDGE working within our recreational and grassroots community programs developing hundreds of youth players and coaches. Along with his expertise on the field working with players and coaches, Adam’s “Coach Talk” podcasts are frequently listened to providing coaches with many insights into the coaching world. Adam’s credentials include: USSF ‘B’ License, USSF Youth National License, 20+ years coaching experience at all levels in the state of Colorado and 10 years as a Physical Educator at Eldorado K-8. 

Colin Mullaney - 11-12U Competitive Director
E-mail: colinm@edgesoccer.net
Phone Number:  720.780.7804

Colin joins us in our newly created 11-12U Competitive Director position serving the additional needs of our players, teams and coaches through on and off field training, education and mentoring. Colin works in collaboration with our Boys and Girls Competitive Directors to ensure we are providing continued support to our membership. Colin holds his USSF "A" License and USSF Youth National License, bringing a wealth of experience working with both boys and girls in Colorado and his hometown of Cincinnati where he has previously served as Director of Coaching at prestigious youth clubs. Colin has a passion for player development in all areas technically, tactically, physically and psychologically, all while emphasizing the importance of development of high character in all the players he works with.

James Rooks - Competitive Boys Director
E-mail: jamesr@edgesoccer.net
Phone Number: (720) 779-0028

James holds a USSF ‘C’ coaching license, USC Advanced National Diploma and a USC Goalkeeping 1 diploma as well as the CHSAA Certification. James played soccer in high school at Stanley Lake High School and continued playing as an adult in recreation and competitive leagues. He attended Western State College in Gunnison, CO and Metro State College in Denver, CO. James grew up in Westminster, CO playing soccer for local clubs beginning at age 4.

Jay Hamilton - Competitive Girls Director

E-mail:jayh@edgesoccer.net
Phone Number: (720) 779-0030

Jay's tenure at EDGE has spanned more than 15 years and has been instrumental in the rise of EDGE’s Girls program within Colorado and nationally. Jay holds the United Soccer Coaches (USC) Premier Diploma, USSF License and spent 5 years as a volunteer assistant coach with the Regis University Women's Team. Jay played Division 1 soccer at the University of Nevada Las Vegas where he played for 3 years and finished his final year at Metro State. In addition, Jay played professional indoor soccer with the San Diego Sockers and Denver Dynamite. 

Nathan Skelton - Head Athletic Trainer, Children's Hospital Colorado

E-mail: Nathan.Skelton@childrenscolorado.org

Nathan Skelton is a Certified Athletic Trainer from Denver, Colorado and has been working at Children's Hospital since 2018. Prior to coming to Children’s Hospital, Nathan worked as an Athletic Trainer for Valor Christian High School in Highlands Ranch, CO, providing primary coverage for all sports teams, games, practices, as well as clinical coverage. Nathan is a Colorado native and received his BA in Athletic Training from Point Loma Nazarene University, in San Diego, in 2015, and his MS in Sports Science and Rehabilitation from Logan University in St. Louis, Missouri in 2019, where he graduated as Valedictorian.
Nathan will be available Monday-Thursday at Stenger Soccer Complex or Long Lake (location varies depending on day of week) for practice coverages and working with our athletes on injury prevention, as well as covering home league games on Saturdays. In addition to his work during the season, Nathan will be available at our club events, tournaments, camps and off-season team practices.  Please email him to set up any evaluations in order to reserve a time slot. He is also available by email for any questions or concerns you may have in relation to your child’s athletic injuries. These evaluations will be done free of charge. He can also help with the referral process to Children’s Hospital Colorado if you need to see an orthopedic physician or need physical therapy for any ongoing injuries. If you have any questions about the services he can provide please do not hesitate to reach out to him at Nathan.Skelton@childrenscolorado.org