Our story and inspiration

“Sing to him a new song, play skillfully and shout for joy” -Psalm 33:3

About the Founder

Hello! My name is Maddyn Baziak, and I am the founder and President of DreamKickers FC. I am 16 years old, currently a junior in high school, and play for Slammers HBK Koge.

The idea for this organization was born out of my desire to share the sport I love while also spreading the gospel. Both soccer and my faith have profoundly shaped who I am today, and I feel called to pass that on to the younger generation; especially to those who may not have the resources or opportunities to pursue their greatest aspirations.

Through DreamKickers FC, my hope is to equip under-resourced communities with the skills to grow as soccer players while also guiding them to develop a deeper relationship with Christ.

A young woman with blonde hair smiling confidently, wearing a blue and black striped sports jersey with various logos, standing with her arms crossed against a dark blue background.

My Soccer journey through the years.

Two young girls in soccer uniforms standing outside on a sunny day, smiling and embracing each other.
A female soccer player in a yellow uniform and red cleats is performing a handstand on the soccer field, holding the ball with her head and hands, with her legs extended upward.
A young girl with a big smile, wearing a bright yellow soccer uniform with blue accents, stands proudly with a medal around her neck and a white towel in her hand after a soccer match. Other players and spectators are visible in the background on a grassy field under a clear blue sky.
Group of five young girls in blue soccer uniforms standing in front of a goal net on an indoor turf field, smiling, with one girl holding a soccer ball.
A group of young girls and two adults, a man and a woman, posing for a photo on a soccer field. The girls are wearing light gray soccer uniforms with black shorts, and the woman is dressed in a beige jacket. The man is wearing a black hoodie. They are all smiling and standing close together with trees in the background.
Young girl in blue and yellow sports uniform doing an acrobatic move while playing soccer on a grassy field.
A group of young girls in bright yellow and blue soccer uniforms posing for a team photo on a soccer field, with some kneeling and others standing, one girl holding a blue soccer ball, and all smiling.
A girls' soccer team posing for a photo on the field, wearing blue uniforms with a few in green goalkeeper jerseys, with a scenic hillside in the background.
Two young girls playing soccer on a field, one in a blue uniform and the other in a neon yellow uniform, competing for the ball.
Two young girls in bright yellow and blue soccer uniforms with medals around their necks, smiling and posing on a grassy field after a soccer match or tournament.
A girls' soccer team holding a trophy together after a game, with medals around their necks, outdoors on grass.
Two young female soccer players, wearing white jerseys, black shorts, and red socks, walking on a grassy field during a game or practice.
A coach giving instructions to a girls' soccer team on a grassy field, with a soccer ball on the ground nearby and trees in the background.

Meet the mentors

Hello! My name is Justice Duerksen, and I am honored to be working with DreamKickers FC to help shape the young minds of the next generation of soccer players. I am a former professional player and currently coach through my own company, Free Play Futbol.

During every training session, my goal is not only to help children develop their skills and play to the best of their ability, but also to encourage them to compete with joy, confidence, and strength empowered by the Holy Spirit. Soccer has always been more than just a game to me: it is a platform to teach discipline, teamwork, perseverance, and faith.

Through DreamKickers FC, I hope to inspire young athletes to grow both on and off the field, building not only their soccer abilities but also their character and relationship with Christ.

Man in white cap and T-shirt standing on a grassy field with a soccer goal and a soccer ball nearby, under a partly cloudy sky.

Meet the mentors

My name is Carlos Calderson and I am so excited to be working with DreamKicker FC. My advice to all youth players is to become true students of the game. Developing this mindset not only deepens their understanding of soccer, but also teaches them what it truly takes to win—shifting the focus from “we must win” to “we must learn and grow.”

My training philosophy is to create an environment where players can reach their highest potential without the fear of failure. I believe growth happens when players are challenged, supported, and encouraged to take risks on the field.

Licenses Held

    •    USSF ‘A’ License (2011)

    •    USSF ‘B’ License (2005)

Coaching Experience

    •    CFA Orange County

    •    LA Galaxy Orange County

    •    San Diego Christian College

    •    San Diego Mesa College

    •    Ohio Christian University

    •    North Carolina YSA (ODP)

    •    CalSouth Soccer Association (ODP)

Playing Experience

    •    Cascade Surge

    •    San Diego Flash

    •    LA Galaxy

    •    San Diego Sockers

    •    Charlotte Eagles

    •    Monterey Fury (Mexico)

    •    Cascade Surge

    •    Al-Aksa Beirut (Lebanon)

    •    Cleveland City Stars

    •    San Diego Sockers (PASL)

    •    Christian Heritage College

    •    RC Portuense (Spain)

    •    UD Rotena (Spain)