Kelly Thomson
Executive Director and Founder
kelly@coloradoignite.com
Kelly is a proud Colorado Native and grew up playing soccer for NASA (North Area Soccer Association) in Thornton, CO. She then went on to play at Metro State and LCCC in Cheyenne, WY while completing schooling for Dental Hygiene.
Kelly continued her soccer career by handing down her love for the game to the next generation by coaching. She also worked for another CO club as director of growth and development.
“Soccer has given so much to me and truly saved my life as a kid. I felt safe and loved with my teams growing up. I also loved the challenge that the game constantly gave me. I still can always find something to learn and take away. Bad days on the field teach us just as much as the good days, just as they do in life.”
Kelly and her husband live in Erie with their 2 daughters. Both girls play 2 club sports each and can be found on the soccer field, volleyball court and basketball court. “Supporting athletes across all sports is something I am very passionate about. Player’s shouldn’t have to chose a specialty in elementary school. By playing multiple sports we create stronger, more dynamic athletes.”
Ashley Riley
Club Director
ashley@coloradoignite.com
Ashley brings a diverse wealth of soccer knowledge from grassroots to professional levels. With over 10 years of coaching and director experience in youth soccer, she has made her mark not only in Colorado, but also in Arizona and Washington. Currently, Ashley is involved with the Colorado Select program as the head coach for the 2012 girls age group.
Ashley holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management and a minor in Communications from Gonzaga University. She played and started all four years at Gonzaga for the women’s soccer team, and is one of the all-time leading goal scorers for Gonzaga. She also played three seasons with the women’s Sounders semi-professional team in Seattle, WA.
Ashley currently holds her USSF Youth A license, US Soccer Educator License and has a USC Advanced National Diploma. We are proud to be one of the only clubs in the state who will have a female in this leadership role.
Ashley is excited to be joining the Colorado Ignite Family and lives here in Colorado with her fiancee and family. You can still find her on the soccer field playing games and on the slopes skiing.
Kyle Cotter
Director of Coaching
kyle@coloradoignite.com
Hailey Comer
Director of Coaching
Recreational Program
hailey@coloradoignite.com
Hailey is a Northern Virginia native and grew up playing soccer in the Washington D.C. area. She played into high school as a goalkeeper and went on to earn her degree in Criminology and Intelligence Analysis at George Mason University in Fairfax, VA.
When Hailey was a player, she stuck around after her practice to help coach the younger teams as well as one-on-one goalkeeper training. She loves being able to develop players and pass down the love of the game to the next generation.
“I’m incredibly thankful and excited to have this full circle moment as a coach and an
opportunity to give back to the sport that has given me so much!”
Hailey lives in Firestone with her family. She’s a huge sports fan and loves being outdoors or on a boat. When she isn’t on the soccer field you can find her cheering on the Washington Capitals, at a Rockies game or near a body of water.
Daphnée Morency
Club Administrator
daphnee@coloradoignite.com
Daphnée is originally from Quebec, Canada but moved to Colorado when she was 2 years old and has been here since. She grew up playing for local clubs, Trebol and Boulder County Force. She won two state championships in high school, both with her club and with Fairview High School.
She ended up going to Montréal to play for McGill University for five years and then moved back to Colorado after to work for FC Boulder as an administrator. She took a break from the soccer world and did sales for a few years but is very excited to be back in the game; especially with a club as special as Colorado Ignite.
Daphnée lives in Lafayette with her husband and soon to be baby. In her free time, she likes to explore new restaurants, be outside, snowboard, play soccer and spend time with her family and friends.
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