Iowa Chargers FC was founded by Coach Smith out of a lifelong passion for soccer and a desire to create the opportunities he didn’t have as a young player. After pursuing education and other paths, he returned to the game with a mission—to develop talent, inspire community pride, and grow the sport across Iowa.
At Iowa Chargers FC, we believe soccer is more than a game—it’s a force for growth, discipline, and connection. We’re Wired to Win—committed to building a competitive team that empowers players to rise to the next level and brings the beautiful game to life in our region.
While Lisa's familiarity with the game of soccer is still growing, her strength lies in building strong teams and keeping them moving forward. With over 20 years of experience in company operations, compliance, employee training, and human resources, Lisa brings a proven track record of leadership and organization. Her passion lies in cre
While Lisa's familiarity with the game of soccer is still growing, her strength lies in building strong teams and keeping them moving forward. With over 20 years of experience in company operations, compliance, employee training, and human resources, Lisa brings a proven track record of leadership and organization. Her passion lies in creating systems that support both performance and people, ensuring the Iowa Chargers operate with purpose, structure, and heart.
With over 25 years of competitive and recreational experience, Chima once dreamed of going pro—but lacked a clear path to get there. That experience inspired him to create the opportunity he never had.
As Co-Founder and Head Coach, Chima combines his love for the game with strong leadership and business acumen—holding both a PhD and MBA. H
With over 25 years of competitive and recreational experience, Chima once dreamed of going pro—but lacked a clear path to get there. That experience inspired him to create the opportunity he never had.
As Co-Founder and Head Coach, Chima combines his love for the game with strong leadership and business acumen—holding both a PhD and MBA. His vision: to build a platform where talented players can develop, compete, and chase their dreams. Under his guidance, Iowa Chargers FC isn’t just a team—it’s a movement.
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