Experience & Energy. Our Team.
Social Media Manager, Grassroots Director, Discovery Director & Head Coach
Playing Experience
SAIT Trojans (CCAA), Caledonian Football Club (Alberta Major Soccer League), CSHAA All-Star
Coaching License
Canada Soccer National Youth License (CSA), Canada Soccer C License (CSA)
Bio
Martino is a coach who is still very involved in today’s game. He is currently playing for the SAIT Trojans in the CCAA. Before the start of his collegiate career, Martin played with Callies F.C in the Alberta Major League. He was also named as an All-Star in the CSHAA during his time at Aberhart High school before graduating in 2017.
Martino strives to get the most out of himself when playing on the pitch and expects the same out of those he coaches. His own personal goals to improve in the game are contagious and ensure that those around him remain motivated and determined to improve every day.
Martino Bertolesi
Partner & Small Group Training, Development Camps
Playing Experience
Cavalry FC U20s (Alberta Major Soccer League), SAIT Trojans (CCAA)
Bio
Antonio Hernandez shows great passion for the game of football, he is currently a central midfielder for the SAIT Trojans and has competed at the top divisions in Alberta. Before beginning his collegiate career, Antonio was a part of the Cavalry FC U20.
Antonio strives to create a friendly atmosphere but also values hard work and determination. He hopes to establish a stress free environment when working with players but also encourages them to make mistakes and always give 100% in every training session.
Antonio Hernandez
Head Coach & Founder
Pro Playing Experience
Schalke 04 (Germany), RotWeiss Erfurt (Germany), Finn Harps FC (Ireland), Brenes Balompie (Spain), First Canadian in history to be scouted & offered an official trial with Real Madrid, Canadian National Team - Futsal
Coaching Certifications
Canada Soccer National B License (CSA), Canada Soccer National Children’s License (CSA), Canada Soccer National Youth License (CSA), Senior Football Cert (Ireland), Advanced Strength & Conditioning (Ireland), 2022 Alberta Soccer Award of Merit Winner
Bio
Our head coach, Graham, lives and breathes football. For the past 5 years he has been spreading his knowledge and passion for the game in which he has acquired from 3 different countries with 3 very different playing styles. Graham has been responsible for training Calgary’s top youth players in every high-performance program in Alberta.
In 2022, Graham was the winner of the Alberta Soccer Award of Merit, recognizing great achievements and those who have brought pride to soccer.
Graham Fisher
Nikolas Myroniuk
Partner & Small group training, Development Camps
Playing Experience
Canada Futsal National Team (current)
Calgary Cavalry FC player (current)
Team Alberta Summer Games 2022 (Canada all-star roster)
U16 & U17 Vancouver Whitecaps FC (Captain)
U14 & U15 Team Alberta (Captain)
Bio
Niko is a player with great technical capacity that has a well developed understanding for the game. He has returned to Calgary from playing in Vancouver with the Vancouver Whitecaps Academy, and has recently signed a development contract with Cavalry FC. Niko also has a high level background in Football freestyle which helps harness his skills on the pitch. Niko has been actively involved in 1up from the start through partner and small group trainings, developmental camps, and junior coaching. Niko encourages players to take risks and try new things on the pitch while maintaining a high standard of play. He brings high tempo and energy to his sessions and encourages players to do the same.
Keegan Biggs
Partner & Small Group training, Development Camps, Grassroots & Discovery
Playing Experience
SWU Premier, Spring bank FC Tier 1, Eagles Premier (CUSA)
Bio
Keegan bring a lot of incredible qualities to our team. An incredible leader both on and off the pitch, he always seems to know the right thing to say at the right time. Keegan values discipline and hard work, and has an infectious aura that gifts those around him the same qualities he has.
Jordan Millington
Coaching Licenses
Canada Soccer C-License, Bachelor of Health and Physical Eduction Majoring in Physical Literacy (In Progress)
Bio
Jordan is a student of the game. Ever since he was in youth he was fascinated by the way the game is played and how to improve. Starting coaching at 17 with Foothills Soccer Club he has fell in love with players as much as he has the game. The passion he has for improving kids and giving them the best instruction is why he is so involved in the sport.
Jordan strives to hold the highest standards when coaching in order to get the best out of his players while also improving them as human beings.
Jordan also expresses his passion to grow the game inside of Canada being active on social media to help more youth discover the beautiful game and develop a love for football.
Rooney Biggs
Discovery & Grassroots Head Coach, Partner & Small Group Training Coach
Playing Experience
Eagles Prem (CUSA), Springbank Tier 1 (CMSA U17), CJSC Prem (CUSA)m SWU premiers (CMSA U17/19)
Bio
Starting from a young age, Rooney has been drawn to the game of soccer and can’t get enough of it. He brings incredible talent and a young infectious personality to the team. Rooney obtains the skill and understanding to be a forward minded player with an insane work rate all at a high speed of play. He has been playing at Calgary’s premier level showcasing his athleticism and competitiveness for the past 2 years. He enjoys seeing the best in players and is determined to see players strive for more than they think they can. He seeks to help players make clear decisions and make great excursions at high speed of play. Rooney encourages players to always work at “game speed” and improve their effectiveness and train as if they are always trying to prove someone wrong.
Eric Frey
Development Camps, Partner & Group Sessions, Grassroots and Discovery
Playing Experience
NWU, SWU, Chinooks, Energie Cottbus - trialist, Seattle Sounders - Trialist, University of New Brunswick (U-Sports)
Coaching Experience
ACE certified Fitness Trainer Coached
Assistant Coach - Aberhart High School team
Bio
Eric brings 25 years of experience being involved in football around the world. He has had extensive international travel through out the world playing and trialing in some high quality clubs. He brings incredible professionalism, self discipline and positive outlook, which he has developed through his vast experience. Eric look to bring out the most in players by practicing on your flaws and mastering your strengths, so that it translates into a confident player during games.
Wyatt Davis
Development Camps and Partner & Group Sessions
Playing Experience
Arnstadt FC (Germany), Victoria Highlanders (BC league 1), Beijing (China) Nation Cup Tournament top goal scorer and MVP, Youth Whitecaps prospect, DANA cup number 1 - Second place winners (Denmark), Team Alberta summer games, Mount Royal university player (current)
Coaching Experience
Grassroots Coach and Volunteer
GFC Assistant Coach
Blizzard u8’s Coach and volunteer
Bio
Wyatt Davis is a passionate and driven soccer coach with years of experience in the game. With a hardworking mindset, Wyatt has dedicated his life to mastering the sport and sharing his love for the game with others. As a skilled player, he possesses excellent technical abilities on the field. Wyatt's passion for soccer is unmatched, and he is committed to sharing his knowledge and expertise with his players. He believes in the importance of a positive coaching mindset, instilling confidence in his players, and providing them with the guidance they need to succeed both on and off the field. With Wyatt as a coach, his players are sure to excel and achieve great things in the soccer world.
School Program, Grassroots Head Coach
Playing Experience
Calgary Juventus (Calgary Premier League), Calgary Blizzards (Calgary Minor Soccer, Tier 1)
Certifications
Education Degree
Bio
McKenzie has been playing on the pitch since she was 8 years old. She has played at a premier level throughout her entire soccer career. She has won several provincial medals and continues to play the game at a high level. Her love for the game can also be seen through her passion for coaching children, as she blends her knowledge of the game and education degree to improve our younger players in a fun way!
If she isn't on the pitch playing or coaching, you can find her in the classroom teaching her Kindergartens.
Grassroots Head Coach, Discovery Head Coach
Playing Experience
Canada Rex Program (CSA), Current 1UP Soccer player, U15 Team Alberta (ASA)
Bio
Meah has been part of 1UP since the early days when it had just kicked off. She has been an incredible joy to have. She brings an incredible experience at such an early age. Having captained the Alberta soccer team and being a current member of the Canada Rex Program, Meah shares her experience with the younger generation as much as she can. A leader on and off the field, Meah is a valuable member of our team!
Meah Plume
Development Camps
Playing Experience
Ashford University (Iowa), 2 Time All American MVP All-time goalscorer record holder - Ashford University
Coaching Certifications
Provincial B (ASA)
Bio
Chelsea brings a vast amount of football experience to players aspiring to follow in her footsteps. As a player, she always demanded 100% out of her players and it is no different with her coaching.
When Chelsea isn’t on the pitch coaching or playing in the Alberta Major League, she can be found at the dog park with her pooch, Nova.
Chelsea Fisher
Mckenzie McLoughlin
Grassroots Head Coach, Discovery Head Coach
Playing experience
Canada Rex Program (CSA), Current 1UP Soccer player, U15 Team Alberta (ASA)
Bio
Bryn brings an incredible resume to our team. She’s an absolute footy fanatic. She always brings a smile, youthfulness, and passion to everything she does revolving around the game. A humble coach who is incredibly encouraging and finds happiness in providing the up and coming youth with some guidance from the amazing experiences she’s had early on in her career.
