The Heart of Our Athletic Community
Meet the dedicated coaches and instructors who bring our mission to life through expert mentorship and skill development. We are always looking for passionate leaders to join our staff and empower the next generation of Parker County athletes.
The Foundation Leadership & Coaching Team
Empowering Parker County's youth through technical excellence, strategic mentorship, and a commitment to character development both on and off the field.
Kelly Shoppach
Carrie Fowler
Mike Lasher
Director of Baseball Operations
Director of Softball Operations
Director of Tennis
A former MLB catcher and DFW native dedicated to mentoring young athletes through high-level experience, discipline, baseball fundamentals and most importantly, fun.
An accomplished athlete and state champion whose passion now centers on mentoring and developing future leaders through youth sports.
A multi sport coach and Air Force veteran committed to developing young athletes through tennis, emphasizing fundamentals, discipline, and a love for the game.
Dan McIntosh
Dr. Geoff Weckel
Scott Dickerson
Director of Wrestling
Performance Psychologist
Director of Golf
A seasoned coach and former athlete committed to mentoring youth through strong fundamentals, work ethic, and a positive, competition-ready mindset.
Dr. Weckel utilizes performance psychology to help athletes develop mental toughness and emotional intelligence in sports.
A former competitive player passionate about helping golfers play smarter, build confidence, and enjoy the game through experience and strategy.
Steve George
Travis Mears
Director of Hockey
Director of Shooting
A dedicated youth sports advocate and coach who is working to expand access to hockey in emerging communities, combining his lifelong passion for athletics with a commitment to developing young athletes and building stronger local programs for families.
A lifelong competitive shotgun sports enthusiast and champion who has translated his early passion into a successful shooting career.
Interested in joining our team? We're always looking for quality coaches.
What Our Community Thinks...
John Allen
Coach
"I love watching these young athletes learn how to handle adversity while strengthening confidence and building character. Coaching gives me the opportunity to make an impact that carries beyond the field and into life."
Hilee Roberts
Parent
"PCo Youth Sports Development Foundation is comprised of leadership that has a “kids first” approach and a vision to provide opportunities for today’s youth unlike anything else I've yet to come across. I am excited to witness their impact on our local communities."
Lucas Knickerbocker
BusinessMentor
"In an age of digital devices and virtual worlds, PCo Youth Sports delivers an environment that allows the youth of our community to reconnect with their parents, family and peers through sports and physical endurance training. As the current design of our world is slowly eroding the values that make our country great, Parker County Athletics allows these young minds to learn and develop from teamwork and competition. Our youth are our future, and it is our duty to arm them with the skills of strength, endurance and integrity."
Charly Rowe
Community Member
"The Patriots Organization has done so much more for my daughter than just the game. It’s built her confidence, her grit, and taught her how to show up for her team even when things are hard. Watching her grow into a strong, determined young woman out there on that field has been something really special to watch."
Ready to Impact the Game?
We are always looking for passionate coaches and volunteers to join our growing Parker County community.
The Foundation Leadership
Our mission is driven by a dedicated group of professionals committed to fostering athletic excellence and personal growth in Parker County youth.