Foundation Board Members

UPPER 90 FC & GAMEDAY Sports

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UPPER90 FC FOUNDATION BOARD MEMERS

Using soccer as a vehicle for education, personal growth, and community connection

UPPER90 FC Foundation
7520 Guilford Road
Seville, OH 44273

Phone: 330.697.6938
Email: info@UPPER90FCFoundation.org

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Tony Csiszar

President

Tony Csiszar serves as President of the Board and brings practical leadership experience from the youth sports and community development space. He is the founder and operator of a multi-team youth soccer organization in Northeast Ohio, where he oversees operations, budgeting, and program planning.

In his role as Board President, Tony is focused on building strong governance practices, supporting the organization’s mission, and fostering accountability and transparency. He is committed to learning, collaboration, and ensuring the nonprofit operates with integrity while creating positive impact for the community it serves.

Ashley Smith

Vice President

Ashley Smith serves as a Board Member for UPPER90 FC Foundation, bringing a diverse professional background that blends science, business leadership, and regulatory expertise.

Ashley holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Food and Environmental Nutrition. She is a co-owner of a commercial construction company and also is a Professor at the University of Akron, where she teaches Regulatory Affairs.

Having three energetic daughters of her own, Ashley has developed a genuine enjoyment of being around children and creating meaningful opportunities for them to learn and grow.

As a board member of UPPER 90FC Foundation, she is committed to supporting the organization’s mission and contributing to its long-term success through thoughtful leadership and service.

Haedyn Csiszar

Treasurer

Haedyn Csiszar played collegiate baseball at Gannon University while earning a bachelor’s degrees in Finance and Risk Management & Insurance, as well as a Master of Business Administration. Now working as a Supply Chain Specialist at Nestlé, Haedyn brings strong financial insight, teamwork, and leadership skills to his role in supporting nonprofit initiatives. With a background rooted in both athletics and business, Haedyn is passionate about giving back and helping organizations create positive opportunities for others

Haedyn is the Treasurer of UPPER90 FC Foundation and is proud to support a program that gives kids the chance to learn, play, and grow through soccer. With a strong commitment to the community, Haedyn helps make sure the organization’s resources are used wisely so players can focus on having fun and building confidence on the field.

Kimberly Hazelgrove

Secretary

Kimberly Hazelgrove has been involved with UPPER 90 FC since its inception, choosing the club as the place for her children to grow as athletes, and is a proud soccer parent of an UPPER 90 FC coach and the team manager for the 2010 boys.

A working professional, US Army veteran, and dedicated volunteer, she brings over 20 years of experience in military intelligence, governmental affairs, and nonprofit advocacy. Serving as Vice President of Gold Star Spouses of America, Inc., and actively in several local veteran service organizations, she contributes to policy efforts supporting military, veteran, and surviving families at all levels of government.

As the current Government Relations and Advocacy Manager for Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio, Kimberly works to ensure families have enough to eat. A native of Ashtabula and graduate of Baldwin Wallace University, she is committed to strengthening opportunities for all UPPER 90 FC athletes on and off the field —and believes that regardless of ability to pay, every child deserves the opportunity to play and develop to their potential.

Jeff Copley

Board Member

Jeff Copley serves as a Board Member for UPPER90 FC Foundation. He brings a unique blend of business leadership and lifelong soccer experience to the UPPER 90 FC program. A former youth player himself, Jeff has been deeply involved in the development of elite youth athletes through his three sons’ soccer journeys.

Since 2022, Jeff has co-owned and operated a commercial construction business, honing skills in leadership, communication, and team management.

Now in his fourth year as Team Manager for the 2009 UPPER 90 FC Boys ECNL-RL team, Jeff is dedicated to fostering leadership, discipline, and a culture of excellence within the program.

Frank Longley

Board member

Frank Longley is a serving leader who brings over 15 years of non-profit board experience to the UPPER90 FC Foundation. Areas of expertise include finances, sponsorship, and programming.

Frank holds a Bachelor and Master’s degree in business administration and years of leadership experience in the healthcare industry.

Frank’s true passion in the game is coaching. He has the privilege of coaching two teams in the club as well as a travel team for his local community. With two children in the club, it is an honor to watch them develop and grow in club that puts players and families first.

As a board member of UPPER90 FC Foundation, Frank looks forward to supporting the organization’s mission and contributing to its long-term success through thoughtful leadership and service.

Christian Putzier

Board Member

Christian Putzier is a seasoned engineering and operations leader with more than 18 years of experience at FirstEnergy, where he currently serves as a Design Supervisor. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for strong leadership, team development, and strategic problem‑solving across complex engineering and service environments.

Christian holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Sports Management from Cleveland State University, and Associate’s degree from Cuyahoga Community College where he also competed as a collegiate baseball player—an experience that helped shape his commitment to teamwork, discipline, and youth athletic development.

Deeply involved in the local sports community, Christian has dedicated many years to coaching and supporting youth athletes. He spent eight years coaching soccer across multiple age groups and served four years on the Lagrange Soccer Board, including time as the Lorain County representative for the community within the Lorain County Soccer League. In addition, Christian serves as team manager for two UPPER 90 FC club teams competing at the ECNL level, providing organizational leadership and supporting high‑level player development. His volunteer work also includes coaching youth basketball within the Keystone community.

Christian is proud to serve on the board of the UPPER90 FC Foundation, where he contributes his experience in coaching, operations, and community engagement to support the organization’s mission. He is especially passionate about advancing the foundation’s commitment to expanding opportunities for area soccer players, promoting youth leadership, and inspiring excellence through enhanced player development pathways.

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Longley – invited to the US Technical Championship

Congratulations! You are receiving this invite following your participation in the OSA-ODP Phase 3 Event at Bowling Green. It is my pleasure to officially invite you to compete at the 2026 U.S. Technical Championship National Finals. This invitation has been earned. You have been identified as a player who demonstrated qualities we highly value within...