Coaches of New York: Efe Sarioglu

In a profile for the "Coaches of New York" series, Efe Sarioglu, who grew up playing soccer in Istanbul and helped coach younger age groups as a teenager, describes coaching as uncovering players' potential and supporting their growth both as athletes and people. He moved to the United States in 2024 and joined the Red Bull Youth Programs in September 2025, crediting the organization's player-centered methodology and experienced staff for his continued development. He closes by encouraging others building lives far from home that their sacrifices will eventually pay off.