Our Team

Jack Rose - Director of Coaching

Jack Rose’s passion for Innovate Soccer stems from his experience as a former academy graduate of professional clubs in the UK such as Hartlepool United and York City, competing as an student athlete himself who obtained an All-American status, and coaching collegiate soccer across various levels in the United States. 

Jack accolades include:

Coffeyville Community College 

  • KJCAA East Conference Title 2020/21 season

Central Methodist University

  • Heart of American Conference Champions - 2021/22 and 2022/23 season

  • Heart of American Conference Tournament Champions - 2021/22 and 2022/23 season

  • Part of the regional staff of the year for the 2021/22 season

  • National ranked #1 in the NAIA National poll for 12 weeks straight - 2021/22 season

Kaw Valley FC (USL 2)

  • Clinched playoffs for the first time in club history with USL 2 side Kaw Valley FC - 2022 season

Florida Memorial University

  • Receiving votes in national top 25 for first time in program history

  • First Sun Conference tournament appearance since 2016 - in the 2022/23 season

  • Best overslept record since 2015 - in the 2022/23 season

Jack’s responsibilities are to oversee the planning of ensuring student athletes find the best possible fit for them, athletically and academically. As well Jack will be managing global growth for Innovate Soccer domestically and internationally.

Declan Barker - Director and Head of Operations

Declan has over 12 years experience working within football operations and is a UEFA C Licensed Soccer Coach . As Head of Operations, Declan manages the operations of the organisation. This includes managing all processes and procedures.

Declan has a rich history of supporting athletes in securing their dream scholarship opportunities helping place players across;

  • NCAA D1

  • NCAA D2

  • NAIA

  • Junior College