Coaches

Mamba Chisoni

Growing up in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, Mamba Chisoni furthered his academic and athletic careers in the states at Coastal Carolina University (S.C.) where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Marketing / Business Administration (2006). Chisoni continued to earn his Masters of Science through Recreation and Sports Science (2017) at Ohio University.


Chisoni is no stranger to the game of Futbol as he competed on the u20 National team for Zimbabwe back in 2000 and competed at Coastal Carolina (Division 1), in the USL Premier Development League, & the MLS. At Coastal, Chisoni garnered the Big South Conference First Team All-Decade award, he was a Three-time First Team All-Big South Conference (2003-04-05) Recipient, an NSCAA Third Team All-American (2003), and a College Soccer News Third Team All-American (2004). Mamba was also named to the Premier Development League First-Team All-Midwest Conference in 2004. Chisoni was a crucial part to the Los Angeles Galaxy, MLS success in 2005 and he continued his MLS Journey with the Portland Timbers in 2006. He also competed with the Indiana Invaders through the United Soccer League Premier Development League (USL & PDL) for 3 years (2007-2010).


Chisoni has been just as successful in his coaching career as when he was a competitor. Having spent the past six seasons with Bethel University, the last three as the Assistant Head Coach, Chisoni is very well-known in the Crossroads League and helped the Pilots to the 2022 NAIA National Championship. His relationships with both the players and coaching staff at Bethel have prepared him for a Head Coaching position and we look forward to seeing the progress within our program from all of his previous knowledge working with Bethel and within the League.


Chisoni’s philosophy is what continues his drive for success in the realm of futbol.


“I coach because I enjoy teaching the game. I want to be able to foster growth of our players through numerous opportunities to learn life lessons that will lead them to become a good and productive citizen after they graduate. I believe in molding a group of individuals to communicate, to be responsible and to hold each other accountable to achieve the same goal. Also, I believe in nurturing their dreams to be the best on and off the field. My goal is to provide a meaningful experience to our student-athletes while enhancing their skills and values in life through sports.”


Mamba, his wife Petty, and their two children Mychele and Aidan will be joining the USF Athletic Family.