About Us

MISSION STATEMENT

South Portland Strikers is committed to the growth and development of young people through the sport of soccer. We serve as a bridge between the town’s recreational programs and more advanced levels of play.

ABOUT US

Who We Are: South Portland Strikers is an all-volunteer, non-profit soccer organization.  We field teams for players from the U8 through U14 age groups that participate in travel leagues administered by Soccer Maine. Strikers is ideal for players who have a growing interest in or passion for the sport and want to develop a deeper understanding of soccer and improve their skills on the field. We help our athletes build resilience, practice teamwork, model respect and integrity, and experience the joy of play with their peers. Through our work on the field, we seek to create a sense of belonging that strengthens the South Portland community.

Our Community: In 2025, we fielded 20 teams, comprising over 270 athletes and 50 coaches. Collectively, they played over 150 games in South Portland and surrounding towns. We provided financial aid to more than 50 players, representing 19% of our athletes, and did not turn a single young person away because they could not afford registration fees or uniform costs. This is an essential piece of our identity, and we are able to support these players thanks to the generosity of both individual donors and local businesses. If you would like to help, you can make a donation here. (LINK)

Our Core Values: Team sports offer young people a place to learn about themselves and practice important skills in a safe, dynamic, and supportive environment. We aim to guide and support the athletes on our teams as they stretch and grow as players and people. We strive to model and teach our core values at practice, on game day, and outside the boundaries of the field.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

South Portland Strikers will not discriminate based on race, color, creed, ancestry, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, and any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers:

Gabriel Harp, President

Kate Kerr, Vice President

Robyn Hayes, Secretary

Rachel Patterson, Treasurer

Directors:

Andrew Hodgkins, At-Large

Julian Marks, At-Large

Jenn Rizzuto, Director of Match Play

Julie Shepherd, At-Large

Lauren Hess, At-Large

Lisa Vickers, Registrar

Maggie Ray, At-Large

Marc Bissonnette, Director of Field Operations

Matthew Lunt, Director of Coaching

Peter Bissell, Director of Uniforms, Merchandise & Sponsorship

Rich Crowley, Assistant Registrar

Saer Huston, Assistant Director of Coaching