Coaching Staff
Tyler J. Merriam
Mohammed Abuzamak
Mohammed Abuzamak
Coach Tyler has been coaching soccer for over a decade with loads of time dedicated to developing beginners and challenging experienced players.
Tyler has a Bachelors Degree in Physical Education and soon to have a Masters Degree in Coaching and Mental Performance. Along with these he carries multiple National Licenses, Certifications, and Diplomas.
Mohammed Abuzamak
Mohammed Abuzamak
Mohammed Abuzamak
Coach Moe signed his first Professional Soccer Contract at the age of 21 playing in the 23/24 Jordanian Pro League. At 22 he signed his second Pro Contract playing in the 24/25 Saudi Arabia First Division. During his time in Jordan and Saudi Arabia he earned various awards and accolades:
- HiGeen Cup Youngest Top Scorer of all time with 10
Coach Moe signed his first Professional Soccer Contract at the age of 21 playing in the 23/24 Jordanian Pro League. At 22 he signed his second Pro Contract playing in the 24/25 Saudi Arabia First Division. During his time in Jordan and Saudi Arabia he earned various awards and accolades:
- HiGeen Cup Youngest Top Scorer of all time with 10 Goals
- Skyways Intercontinental "Playmaker of the Tournament" with 9 assists
- FDL October Player of the Month
- National D Coaching License
Gordy Gurson
Mohammed Abuzamak
Gordy Gurson
Gordy Gurson is a veteran professional soccer player and coach with over a decade of experience in the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL). A former MASL Rookie of the Year and three time All-American at Robert Morris University, Gurson has starred for top clubs including Seattle Impact, St. Louis Ambush, Cedar Rapids Rampage, Florida Tropic
Gordy Gurson is a veteran professional soccer player and coach with over a decade of experience in the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL). A former MASL Rookie of the Year and three time All-American at Robert Morris University, Gurson has starred for top clubs including Seattle Impact, St. Louis Ambush, Cedar Rapids Rampage, Florida Tropics, and currently Utica City FC, where he’s among the team’s leading scorers and playmakers.
Off the field, he’s coached at SUNY Morrisville and Governors State University, and served as General Manager for Iowa Raptors FC. At Empire State FC, Coach Gurson brings professional-level experience, passion, and leadership—developing players with the mindset, discipline, and creativity needed to reach the next level.