We are proud to officially welcome Francisco “Frank” Meza as the new Head Coach for the East Penn Rush 2009 Boys team for the upcoming 2025/2026 season!

Frank brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the game to our program. He currently serves as the East Penn Rush Camp & Clinic Director, where he has already helped many players grow and develop their skills.

Originally from Chile, Frank’s soccer journey started at a young age with Colo-Colo, one of South America’s most famous and successful clubs. After moving to the United States, Frank continued to make his mark at Juniata High School, earning multiple all-star recognitions. His playing career continued at the college level, where he was part of a team that captured an EPCC Championship.

After college, Frank played professionally for several clubs across the tri-state area. Later, he returned to Chile to once again join Colo-Colo, bringing his journey full circle with the club where it all began.

Today, Frank lives in Pennsylvania with his family and enjoys spending quality time with his 9-year-old daughter. His passion for soccer extends into his coaching career, where he is constantly striving to grow and improve. Frank currently holds Level 1 and Level 2 National Rush Soccer Licenses and is actively pursuing additional USSF coaching licenses to further his expertise.

In addition to his impressive soccer background, Frank is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish, an asset that strengthens communication across our diverse East Penn Rush community.

We are thrilled to have Coach Frank leading the 2009 Boys team and look forward to an exciting future under his leadership.

Please join us in welcoming him to his new role!

Assistant Coaches:

Francisco will be assisted by two outstanding coaches, John Abe and Youness Alami, who will serve as Assistant Coaches.

John Abe
Assistant Coach & Club Director of Coaching, 2009 Boys Team

John Abe is a highly qualified coach with a strong focus on player development and coaching education. He currently serves as East Penn Soccer Club's Director of Coaching, where he leads the club’s player development initiatives and coaching education programs.

John holds a USSF National "B" License, one of the top coaching credentials in the country. Additionally, he completed the intensive three-week International "B" Level Coaching Course offered by the German Football Association (DFB) in 2013 — a prestigious program that further strengthened his tactical and technical expertise.

Beyond coaching, John is also a US Soccer Licensed Referee, staying actively involved in the game by officiating matches across Central Pennsylvania. His well-rounded experience as both a coach and referee gives him a unique and valuable perspective on player development and the overall game environment.

Youness Alami
Assistant Coach & Club Technical Director, 2009 Boys Team

Youness Alami currently serves as the Technical Director of the East Penn Soccer Club, bringing a wealth of expertise and leadership to the organization. In addition to his role at the helm, Alami actively coaches the East Penn Rush 2009 Boys and the East Penn Raiders U9 Boys teams. His passion for player development extends to earlier roles, including serving as the Boys Middle School Coach for East Pennsboro.

Alami's coaching career includes a significant chapter as the EPASL Amateur Men's Soccer Coach from 2003 to 2009, complemented by a 16-year playing career in the Men's Amateur Soccer League (EPASL) in Harrisburg, PA. Internationally, Alami played professionally for 12 years with the RB Club in Casablanca, Morocco.

Committed to continuous learning, Alami earned his USSF National E License in 2016 and his USSF National D License in 2018. Additionally, he holds a Grade 7 referee license attained in 2005, further showcasing his multifaceted involvement in the soccer community.

Alami’s diverse skill set, rich playing background, and dedication to coaching education make him a dynamic and valuable part of the East Penn Soccer Club leadership.