Management Team Bios
Louise Waxler
Executive Director
Louise has more than 40 years of experience in professional and amateur soccer management on the international and local levels.  Her career began with the Soccer Association of Columbia (SAC) in 1985 as the Director of the Columbia Invitational Soccer Tournament serving in that capacity until joining the Maryland SoccerPlex in 2005 as Soccer Programs Director. She has held positions as General Manager for the Philadelphia Independence of Women’s Professional Soccer; Director of Operations for the Washington Freedom (Women’s United Soccer Association); and Operations Director at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC for the 2003 FIFA Women’s World Cup Tournament. She was Maryland’s FIFA Women’s World Cup National Coalition Chair, and served as Executive VP of the Maryland State Youth Soccer Association Board of Directors from 2005-2010. She has successfully directed numerous women’s and youth soccer initiatives and has extensive knowledge in the areas of operations, venue management, player services, outreach programs, and youth development.
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Waxler was elected as the 58th President of the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) in 2006, as only the third female in the 69 years of the organization to hold the office of President. In 2010, Louise was a recipient of the NSCAA Women's Committee Award of Excellence, which recognizes those who have brought honor and distinction to women's soccer. In October 2011, Louise was inducted into the Howard County, Maryland Recreation and Parks Hall of Fame for her personal contributions and achievements in respect to community sports. In January 2023, Louise received the United Soccer Coaches Honor Award presented to individuals that have distinguished themselves in service to the sport of soccer. Waxler served a five-year term on the NSCAA Board of Governors and continues to serve the Association as the National Chair of the Youth Coach of the Year Committee.
Marcia Sikes
Director of Operations
Marcia serves as the Director of Operations for McLean Youth Soccer, overseeing the day-to-day management of the operational and administrative teams that support all Travel, Recreation, and clubwide programming. Her deep connection to MYS began as a parent and volunteer, with her own children participating in both the Recreation and Travel programs. Since joining the organization professionally in 2016, Marcia has advanced through several key roles including Assistant Administrator, Travel Administrator, and Travel and Communications Director before transitioning to her current director role in 2023. She holds a degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (Go Badgers!) and brings a strong communications background to the club, having previously worked for the Associated Press Broadcast Services and Tribune Broadcasting.
Trevor Lamb
Recreation Director
Trevor Lamb is the Recreation Director at McLean Youth Soccer. He oversees the club’s recreation program, from the U3–U4 Mini Kickers through the U19 NCSL Recreation teams. His work covers registration, team building, scheduling, season communications, volunteer coach development, and long-term program planning. Before joining MYS, Trevor was Director of Youth Soccer at Hangzhou Sinobal FC in Hangzhou, China.
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Trevor also coaches in the MYS travel program. He is head coach of the U16 Girls Green GA Aspire team and assistant coach of the U19 Girls Green GA Aspire team. He also supports the U8 Pre-Travel program, which connects young recreation players to the travel pathway.
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Trevor holds a U.S. Soccer B License, a U.S. Soccer National Youth License, and an NSCAA National Youth Diploma. He is an active student of the game and draws on coach education resources such as the FIFA Training Centre and U.S. Soccer’s coaching frameworks. His coaching inspirations include Arsène Wenger and John Wooden.
Josue Ugarte
Recreation Programs Manager
Josue Ugarte-Nunez's connection to McLean Youth Soccer began at nine years old as a recreational player. After graduating from the program, he returned as a volunteer coach in 2010, beginning a journey that eventually led him into program development and club leadership. Having experienced MYS as a player, coach, and administrator, Josue brings a unique understanding of the club's community and its commitment to player development.Â
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Today, Josue serves as the MYS Programs Director and Recreation Programs Manager, overseeing seasonal camps, recreational programming, and supplemental player development opportunities. His responsibilities include curriculum development, coaching staff coordination, program operations, and expanding developmental pathways for players of all ages and abilities.
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Originally from Peru, Josue played soccer at McLean High School and Marymount University. He holds a USSF B License and a Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences. His experience also includes teaching Physical Education at St. Leo the Great Catholic School, strengthening his understanding of youth education and development.
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Josue's leadership philosophy emphasizes collaboration, communication, accountability, and continuous improvement. He believes successful programs begin with empowering coaches, establishing clear developmental objectives, and creating environments where players feel challenged, supported, and excited to learn. His approach aligns with McLean Youth Soccer's commitment to long-term player development and providing opportunities for players of different abilities and aspirations. He is particularly passionate about strengthening the connection between recreational and competitive soccer while making high-quality development opportunities accessible to all.
Katie BrownÂ
Travel AdministratorÂ
Katie is the Travel Administrator for McLean Youth Soccer. Her responsibilities include the administrative duties for the travel teams and working with the travel team accounts. Katie joined MYS in 2019 working with team accounts before moving with her family overseas in 2021. She returned to the area and joined MYS again in September 2024. Katie enjoys being part of the MYS community and has loved watching her three daughters participate in the Travel program. She is a graduate of Boston College and previously was an elementary school teacher.
Lynne Shank
Recreation/Programs/Finance Administrator
Lynne joined McLean Youth Soccer in July 2025 and currently serves as Recreation/Programs/Finance Administrator. She provides registration and customer service support for the Recreation program, camps, clinics and training sessions, and also handles various finance responsibilities for the club. Her two daughters participated in the Recreation and Travel Programs, with one continuing on to compete at the collegiate level. Lynne earned an Accounting degree and MBA from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio and has prior employment experience with a public accounting firm and a privately held company.
Tamara Ricca
Field Manager
Tamara Ricca brings a blend of administrative expertise, organizational skills, and a passion for youth soccer to her role as Field Manager at McLean Youth Soccer. She oversees field scheduling and field space allocation, as well as arranging referee and athletic trainer coverage for league games. Her broader soccer experience includes administrative support, league management, and representing a state soccer association at regional tournaments.
Tamara holds a degree in Public Relations Management and has a professional background spanning event management, marketing, journalism, and filmmaking. This diverse experience has given her a strong foundation in communication, planning, problem-solving, and coordinating the many moving parts involved in successful programs and events. Outside of soccer, Tamara is a published author who enjoys creative pursuits. She lives in the Poconos with her husband and their two rescue dogs.