Erik Neri

Growing up in a Mexican-American household in Charlotte, NC cultivated a unique love for the beautiful game that simply wouldn't exist without my family. When I got to high school I decided to tryout for the team, and little did I know that decision would lead me to become a coach. There aren't joys quite like enjoying meals with your team and enduring long bus rides. These experiences inevitably harden the bond of a young group of individuals that turn into lifelong relationships.

This is what I hopefully can help develop in my players now while coaching at ASA. I've been with Alexandria since 2020 coaching Junior Academy working under club legend Grigor Boychev, and have fallen in love with this community ever since. Coaching is the best job in the world, and I am honored to have developed such great relationships with my peers, players and families.

I am passionate about mentoring young minds to become the best person they can possibly be. I can be found walking my dog Olive with my family, enjoying the local food scene and cheering on my often disappointing yet glorious Manchester United.