management TEAM
Qaiser "Q" Patel
Qaiser "Q" Patel
Qaiser "Q" Patel
Commissioner
Q built his limo company from grossing $0 to $700,000+ with no debt, played semi-pro soccer, founded a Sacramento semi-pro team, coached youth teams, and has created multiple partnerships benefiting all parties. With a high business acumen, pioneering spirit, proven track record, and vast network he is well suited to run the NFGA and take footgolf to the next level.
Jaime Levoy
Qaiser "Q" Patel
Qaiser "Q" Patel
Regional Director
Executive Director and Head Coach of the world renowned California Storm professional women's soccer team. Jaime is a community leader, pioneer , and a force for change. former standout player at Sacramento State University and has coached and played with iconic pro soccer players at all levels. The NFGA is honored to have Jaimie on our team and her players in the MLFG!
Ricky Cazares
Qaiser "Q" Patel
Ricky Cazares
Committee Member
As one of the OG's of the NFGA, Ricky knows what's up! A soccer player for 20+ years, avid traveler, and socialite, and family man. As brand Ambassador, sales rep, and overall promoter, Ricky runs the promotional events and staff during festivals, soccer matches, and community events. Friendly and professional, so be sure to say hi when you see him!
John Unger
Ryan Suarez
Ryan Suarez
Advisor
A leader and community builder... literally! As President for Unger Construction he has overseen projects and structures for over 30 years. As Owner of the Sacramento Gold Men's semi-pro soccer team, he has assembled a great team including Wayne, Jennifer, Ruben Sr. & Jr. Sky is the limit with John as an immense supporter of the NFGA and MLFG at all levels.
Ryan Suarez
Ryan Suarez
Ryan Suarez
Director
Ryan comes from a rich soccer and business background spanning SJSU college soccer, Dallas Burn MLS soccer, and the US Men's National team. He also runs a multi-location family business and coaches in the Sacramento Republic youth program. His skills take the NFGA to the next level, just as it did on the field.
Rashelle
Ryan Suarez
Rashelle
Division Manager
Smart, well connected, and tenacious! Rashelle is a San Francisco native who migrated to Las Vegas for an opportunity and never moved back! An accomplished promoter, event manager, entrepreneur, and sales professional in the hospitality and sports industry. She brings her vast National and local resources to develop the Las Vegas footgolf market and NFGA events.
Luis Cortell
Jonathan Ward
Jonathan Ward
Advisor
Luis is an NCAA National Champion, accomplished soccer player, and former Coach at the prestigious West Virginia University. As an avid footgolf and disc golf player, Luis is all-in for growing the sport and growing Major League Footgolf Nationwide.
Jonathan Ward
Jonathan Ward
Jonathan Ward
Media Partner
Former NCAA recruited soccer player, philantropist, and soccer socialite. Current Producer, Director, and Host of the "Cup of Tea" podcast. He hosted and produced the first Live-Stream of an NFGA footgolf tournament in October 2020, and is excited to keep innovating and broadcasting NFGA & MLFG events.
YOU
Jonathan Ward
YOU
The NFGA is all about inclusion and anyone who wants to be involved, including courses, people, non-profits, club teams, coaches, players and even pets! If you want help to organize an event, league, or team in your town, lets do it! We look forward to having you as part of the Association and thank you for Kickin' It with us!
BE KIND, STOP HATE INITIATIVE
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See our billboard coming to highway 880
See our billboard coming to highway 880
May is Asian heritage month. This year, 8 Asian spa workers were shot in Atlanta, a 53-year old Asian mailman was stabbed while walking home in San Francisco, CA, and several other attacks since Covid. From the beginning the NFGA has been all-inclusive. Join us in being kind and kicking hate!
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See our billboard coming to highway 880
May is Asian heritage month. Show your support and help bring awareness with these poker chip golf/soccer ball markers. Proceeds go to local Human Rights organizations. Contact us if you would like to get involved. Purchase.