Blueprint for Development

Since Bainbridge Island FC (BIFC) was established in 1983, we have been helping young players develop in the game of soccer around Kitsap County. Much has changed over that time. BIFC has evolved from a solely recreational soccer program to a primary soccer provider for hundreds of young female and male players. This evolution moved forward with the inception of Select Soccer on the island in 2000.

At the time of this document’s publication, approximately 1000 youth players are looking to BIFC for their primary soccer instruction.  This instruction ranges from 1-3 training sessions a week plus a game.  That responsibility has forced BIFC to continually examine the quality of instruction and developmental approach that underlies the organization.  The Blueprint for Development is essentially a culmination of that self-examination over a number of years.

As this review is ongoing at the club level, the Blueprint for Development will be an organic document that matures as the organization evolves.  We encourage you to read this blueprint to better understand the developmental approach taken at BIFC.

“Culture, principles and values we breathe every day”

Our Core Values

  • Belonging

     

    We believe in soccer for all

  • Integrity

     

    We strive to do what’s right

  • Fun

     

    We play, learn, grow, and celebrate

  • Community

     

    We work better together

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Our Core Beliefs

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Community

Club First: A strong club is a platform for individual and group success Club Representation: Proud to positively represent our club Giving back: Community involvement, increase the impact of our experience Inclusion – a place to play for all

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Culture

Respect Each Other: Teammates, opponents, officials, staff…. everyone Safety: Club member health and well-being always the top priority Confidence: Take charge, make an impact Humility: Win and lose with grace Responsibility: Accountable for our role in all situations Education, Education, Education

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Principles

Enjoy the game: fun playing, fun watching, fun teaching, and enjoy being involved Take Risks: Learning comes from mistakes, there must be a freedom to explore mistakes Work Ethic: In practice and games, for oneself, and club mates Teamwork: Build as a club, as a team, as a community. Strive for Excellence: Be the best you can be

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Values

Lead the way: Don’t stand by, help the situation Mentor: Everyone has attributes to share Role Model: Positive inspiration to others in the community Create: Support and encourage expression of self Impact: Make decisions, impact situations

Code of Conduct

BIFC strives to provide a positive, safe and inclusive environment for all people who participate in our club events.  This includes players, parents, coaches, referees and spectators. To that end, we expect our members to read, understand, and abide by the following policies:

BIFC takes potential violations of these policies seriously.
Reports will be held in confidence and can be made anonymously.

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BIFC Coaching Team

Ian McCallum

Ian McCallum

Head Coach: B12 Blue & G08 Blue

Ian is a seasoned soccer coach and Bainbridge Island FC’s longest-serving Director of Coaching, with over 35 years of experience and multiple state titles. Originally from Scotland, he holds numerous coaching licenses and has worked across the U.S. at college and school levels. Living in Poulsbo with his family, Ian is dedicated to coach education and believes resilience is key to growth.

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Darren Ekman

Darren Ekman

Head Coach: G16 Blue
Finn McCallum

Finn McCallum

Head Coach: B11 Blue & B16 Red

Finn has been a coach with BIFC since 2020, coaching Recreational to Select teams and working at camps. From New Jersey, he started with BIFC as a kid and was a Bainbridge HS varsity player. He holds a USSF D License.

Coaching Philosophy:
Players need freedom to express and try skills without fear.

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Jake Hughes

Jake Hughes

Head Coach: B07 Blue & B07 White

Peninsula College Mens Coach 2017-2024 NWAC Coach of the Year 2019 and 2023 Sequim High School Asst Coach 2015-2019 USSF D License Bachelors of Arts in English, Adams State University, CO

Jim Handy

Jim Handy

Head Coach: B15 Blue & G13 Blue

Jim has coached the B15 Blue team since 2024 and has been coaching youth soccer since 2020. Jim holds his United Soccer Coaches National Diploma and a United States Soccer Federation D License. In addition to coaching, Jim is a certified Washington state referee and the Executive Director for Bainbridge Island FC. Born in Springfield, Illinois, Jim is a passionate Tottenham Hotspur fan. Jim and his family live on Bainbridge Island, and his children both play for Bainbridge Island FC.

Juan Carlos Cisneros

Juan Carlos Cisneros

Head Coach: B09 Blue & B09 White

Juan Carlos (JC) is in his fourth year coaching at Bainbridge Island FC, also serving as Director of Coaching for Sequim Soccer Club and coaching at Peninsula College. He holds national diplomas and is training in Europe with FCE. Originally from Mexico, JC’s favorite memories are playing soccer on the streets. His favorite team is Chivas, and he lives in Sequim with his family.

Coaching Philosophy:
Players make players better, and players deserve better coaches.

Max Aussendorf

Max Aussendorf

Head Coach: B15 White & B16 White

United Soccer Coaches 7v7/9v9 Diploma United Soccer Coaches Foundation in Coaching Bainbridge Island FC Coach since 2022 Former college soccer player

Phil Avison

Phil Avison

Head Coach: B13 Blue & B13 White

Phil has coached at Bainbridge Island FC for over twenty years, leading successful summer camps and winning many WA State Cups. Originally from England, he played youth and semi-pro soccer. He lives on Bainbridge Island. His favorite team is Burnley.

He also coached for Kitsap Alliance and Eastside FC. Phil holds a UEFA B Licence, Advanced National Diploma, and a Degree in Sports Science and Coaching.

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Rebecca Ringdahl Miller

Rebecca Ringdahl Miller

Head Coach: B16 Blue

Rebecca has been coaching with BIFC since 2017. She holds a USSF D License and is currently working on her USSF C License. Rebecca is also BIFC’s VP of Select Soccer and a certified Washington State referee.

Trevor Flowers

Trevor Flowers

Head Coach: B16 Grey

Trevor will enter his second season with the Bainbridge Island FC coaching staff. As a player Trevor played youth soccer for North Kitsap and Bainbridge between 2010-2022, also playing for North Kitsap HS (2019-23).

Trevor holds his USSF 7v7, 9v9 and 11v11 coaching licenses, his favorite team is Manchester United.

Trevor’s Coaching Philosophy: “Once you bid farewell to discipline you say goodbye to success” - Sir Alex Ferguson.

Zach Conner

Zach Conner

Head Coach: B14 Blue & B14 White

Zach is in his tenth season coaching at Bainbridge Island FC, also coaching for Seattle United and Bainbridge HS. He has a USSF C License and advanced coaching diplomas.

Coaching Philosophy:
Growth over results, commitment over comfort.

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Volunteer Coaches

Our recreational coaching staff is key to the success of our seasonal program. We have been very lucky to have some amazing coaches leading our young players over the years, and we are constantly looking for coaches for each season. Coaches will receive all the coaching gear they need to be successful and also receive age group appropriate curriculum and activities handbook.

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Board of Directors

Annie Hodges

Annie Hodges

President
Ben Langner

Ben Langner

Vice President
Samantha Einarson

Samantha Einarson

Treasurer
Heather Jo Kochevar

Heather Jo Kochevar

Secretary
Rebecca Ringdahl Miller

Rebecca Ringdahl Miller

VP of Select Soccer
OPEN POSITION

OPEN POSITION

VP of Recreational Soccer
Regen Knoebel

Regen Knoebel

Club Administrator & Registrar
Jim Handy

Jim Handy

Executive Director
Ian McCallum

Ian McCallum

Director of Coaching
Erica Beyer

Erica Beyer

Director of Communication
Dave Johnson

Dave Johnson

Trustee
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Bylaws/Meetings

The BIFC board has its regular monthly board meetings on the second Monday of each month. From time to time the meetings can be moved to a different date due to scheduling conflicts.

The meetings are open to all club members. Each team has the right to send a delegate to raise any issues they have with the board.

Please contact Jim Handy if you would like to join the meeting.

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Meeting Minutes