Calling All Soccer Fans! (5 PM EST)

Calling All Soccer Fans!
Zoom Event | May 12 at 5:00 PM EST

Slovenia’s women’s soccer journey began with pioneers who built the game from nothing,long before the country had a flag of its own. Through setbacks, silence, and rebuilding, the program grew into a resilient force, now standing among the top teams in the world. Today, that momentum is carried forward through the NZS Women’s Soccer Heritage Player Project, which opens the door for players around the world to connect with their Slovenian roots and compete at the highest level. It is more than a pathway—it is an invitation to be part of something meaningful, to represent heritage, ambition, and opportunity. The next chapter is still being written, and it may belong to those ready to step forward and claim it.

Join us for a special presentation on the past, present, and future of Slovenia’s women’s soccer program—and the growing opportunities for players worldwide to connect with their Slovenian heritage through NZS Women’s Soccer Heritage Player Project—an initiative designed to identify and connect players of Slovenian descent with elite international opportunities.

Featured Speaker:
Saša Kolman | Head Coach, Slovenia Women’s National Team
Saša Kolman was appointed head coach of the Slovenia women’s national team in 2023, leading the program under the Football Association of Slovenia. A UEFA Pro License holder, Kolman brings a modern, development-driven approach shaped by international coaching experience across Europe and Australia.
Kolman began his coaching career while still an active player, notably serving in a player-coach role with TB/FC Suðuroy/Royn. He went on to manage at club level in Slovenia with ND Gorica and gained further experience abroad, including a senior coaching role with South Melbourne FC.
As a player, Kolman was a professional defender, featuring for clubs including ND Primorje and NK Nafta Lendava. His transition into coaching came early, combining on-field leadership with tactical development.
With the national team, Kolman emphasizes structure, clarity, and long-term player development, aiming to elevate Slovenia’s competitiveness in UEFA competitions and strengthen the growth of the women’s game nationally.”Appointed in 2023, Kolman brings a modern, development-driven approach backed by international coaching experience across Europe and Australia. A UEFA Pro License holder, he is focused on strengthening Slovenia’s competitiveness and long-term player development.

Joe Keiser | U.S. Scout, NZS Women’s National Team | Head Coach, Bryant University Women’s Club Soccer | SUA Member

SUA Member and Brooklyn born, Joe Keiser is a United States–based scout for the Slovenian Football Association (NZS) Women’s National Team, supporting the identification and evaluation of players within the international women’s talent pathway. In this role, he contributes to the broader scouting and performance analysis network aligned with NZS women’s national team development objectives. He also serves as Head Coach of the Bryant University Women’s Club Soccer program, where he is responsible for all aspects of team leadership, including player development, training design, and competitive preparation. His work focuses on establishing a high-performance environment that supports both athletic progression and holistic student-athlete development within the collegiate club structure.