KANSAS CITY, Mo. (November 18, 2025) – United Soccer Coaches announced the recipients of its 2025 Coaches Communities Awards of Excellence on Thursday.

The recipients will be honored during  the 85th annual United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia, PA. 

The Coaches Communities Awards of Excellence are presented annually by the eight community groups to honor an individual, organization or other entity that has shown a commitment and outstanding work on behalf of the values of each respective group, meeting the association’s highest ideals of inclusion and diversity in the game. 

Disabilities Allies- Randy Corey
Randy Corey’s journey into adaptive soccer began as a parent seeking opportunities for his special needs daughter, to enjoy the same athletic experiences as her peers. Already active in youth sports, he noticed the gap in opportunities as she grew older and turned that realization into action.

Corey became involved with Cincinnati TOPSoccer, embracing its mission of “soccer for all.” What began as a volunteer role grew into leadership—he launched a second site and now oversees the organization’s expansive programming. Under Corey’s guidance, Cincinnati TOPSoccer has grown in both size and scope. The program welcomes children and adults of all abilities, offering training, small-sided games, and tournaments, with adaptive divisions for athletes using wheelchairs, walkers, or other supports. Players are thoughtfully placed in programs that best match their abilities, whether in inclusive community leagues, club teams, or partner programs like Special Olympics.

Together with his wife Lisa and a devoted team of coaches and volunteers, Corey has built a program that fosters skill, confidence, and community. His leadership shines each fall during the TOPSoccer Fall Classic, now in its 27th year, which unites athletes from across the Midwest for a day of celebration and inclusion. Randy, Lisa, and their daughter Kylie have become true ambassadors of the game, creating a legacy of opportunity and belonging for all athletes.