Kristyn Shapka  

Whitecaps FC Girls Head Coach – Edmonton BMO Academy Centre

  • Birthplace: St. Albert, Alberta
  • Hometown: St. Albert, Alberta
  • Citizenship: Canadian
  • Certifications: CSA B License Trained; B.B.A. in Marketing and Management – University of Hawaii
  • Playing Experience: Alberta Soccer Provincial Team Program, Canada Games (Alberta), University of Montana, University of Hawaii
  • Coaching Experience: University of Hawaii Undergraduate Assistant, Edmonton Victoria and Edmonton Drillers Youth Coach, Alberta Soccer Provincial Team Program Head Coach, Concordia University of Edmonton Assistant Coach, Edmonton REX Staff Coach, Western Canada Games Assistant Coach, University of Alberta Pandas Soccer Head Coach
  • Key Successes to Date: Developing players in junior programs and helping them find the right fit for post-secondary
  • Most Memorable Soccer Moment: Travelling and playing diverse opponents throughout the U.S. during university years
  • Favourite Player: Mia Hamm
  • What you enjoy doing outside of soccer: Travelling, outdoor activities, time with friends and family