Drago Dumbovic

Playing experience:

• 21-year professional playing career in Croatia and the United States

Coaching experience:

• 13-year professional coaching career in the NPSL and NCAA, along with stints as Director and Coach at clubs across Michigan and Ohio

Why did you choose to coach?

• “I coach to share the knowledge and experience I have gained from soccer with young athletes, to help them in their pursuit to be their best.”

Favorite memory coaching:

• “There are far too many to choose one. Recently, I have been fortunate to come back ‘home’ to Croatia Cleveland Soccer Club, where I can share my culture and playing background with players and fellow coaches. A tremendous highlight of this time has been the growth of our partnership with Andrews Osborne Academy, through which I have been given the opportunity to lead the AOA boys team to an Ohio high school state championship.”

Major accomplishments within the club:

• “As the Director of Coaching for our girls program, I have shared and enjoyed very many accomplishments by our coaching staff, from State Cups and tournament championships, to college commitments and high school graduations. Our coaches care deeply about their craft and helping their players become the best version of themselves. The accomplishments both on and off the field are a testament to our coaches’ passion for the game and our players’ commitment and work ethic.”