3-0 win for 2013s first playoff game in STL💪💪

Kansas City Surf welcomes Katelyn to the family!

Originally from Denver, Colorado, Katelyn Barner developed her passion for soccer at a young age, competing at the highest youth levels through ECNL and Academy programs. She attended ThunderRidge High School in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, where she was a four-year letterwinner, two-time All-Continental League selection, and two-time All-State honoree. During her senior season, Katelyn helped lead her team to a league championship while serving as team captain. Off the field, she excelled academically and earned Honorable Mention Academic All-American honors twice.

Katelyn continued her soccer career at the Division I level, beginning at the University of Wyoming before transferring to North Dakota State University. Following a series of injuries, she made the difficult decision to step away from playing but quickly discovered a new passion in coaching. She began coaching with Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club, where she developed a love for helping young athletes grow both on and off the field.
After graduating from Colorado State University, Katelyn relocated to Kansas City and has called the area home for the past two years. She is passionate about creating a positive, challenging, and competitive environment that fosters confidence, technical development, resilience, and a strong work ethic.

Katelyn is excited to join Kansas City Surf and help develop the next generation of athletes. She believes soccer is about much more than what happens with a ball at your feet—it teaches valuable life lessons, builds character, and creates opportunities for personal growth. Through positive experiences and meaningful relationships with coaches who genuinely care, young athletes can develop a lifelong love for the game and skills that extend far beyond the field.

KC Surf coach Edoardo is in Northern Ireland this summer pursing his UEFA C coaching license. Continuing his education to bring the best to his players and to KC Surf. We are proud of you Eddy!

All smiles as we head to St Louis for ECNL-RL Playoffs

Good luck to our boys headed to St Louis 🫡🫡

Good luck to our KC Surf teams headed to St Louis! 💪💪

🌍⚽ Kansas City Surf players Solveig and Bryndis are representing across the world!

While visiting family in Iceland, they have been training with a local club and continuing their development on and off the field. Experiences like these remind us that the game truly connects people across countries and cultures.

Who knows what the future holds? Maybe one day they’ll have the opportunity to represent either the United States or Iceland on the international stage! 🇺🇸🇮🇸

For now, the most important thing is to keep learning, growing, and enjoying every step of the journey. The destination can wait. Enjoy the process in between! 💙🌊

#KansasCitySurf #SurfNation #PlayerDevelopment #Iceland

Kansas City Surf welcomes Kate to both our coaching staff and to our admin office!

Born and raised in Eudora, Kansas, Kate Erpelding has built a lifelong passion for soccer both as a player and coach. Kate was a standout multi-sport athlete at Eudora High School, earning numerous honors throughout her career, including First Team All-State, First Team All-Area, First Team All-Frontier League, and Utility Player of the Year recognition. In addition to soccer, she competed in cross country, track and field, and basketball, helping her teams achieve success at the state level.

At the collegiate level, Kate competed for both Kansas City Kansas Community College and the University of Saint Mary. She was a starter throughout her collegiate career and served as Team Captain at KCKCC. While at the University of Saint Mary, Kate earned NAIA Honorable Mention recognition and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management. Her experience playing multiple positions throughout her career has provided her with a well-rounded understanding of the game and player development.

Kate has spent the past two years coaching within the Tonganoxie High School girls soccer program, where she has assisted in player development, training sessions, game preparation, and team culture. She has also gained experience working youth camps, coaching young athletes, and managing youth sports programs throughout the Kansas City area. Kate holds a US Soccer Grassroots Coaching License and is passionate about helping players grow both on and off the field.

Kate believes in creating a positive, competitive, and player-centered environment that encourages confidence, technical growth, and a love for the game. She is excited to join Kansas City Surf and help develop the next generation of athletes while contributing to the continued growth and success of the club.

Congrats Gideon! 💪💪