Staff

Amin Sidialicherif was raised in Sammamish, where he played for local youth clubs and later captained the Skyline High School soccer program. After graduating, he moved to England to play soccer and study psychology at the University of Manchester. Following his freshman playing season, he was appointed manager of the University of Manchester Development Squad (U23) in September 2022.

During his 3 seasons at the helm, the University of Manchester Devs won 3 successive league titles and achieved 3 successive promotions in BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport). In 2025, he obtained his UEFA C coaching license from the England Football Association and was awarded the University of Manchester Men's Football Club "Managerial Legacy Award" at the Etihad Stadium in recognition of his contributions to the program.

In 2024, while Amin was living in England, he and his family in Sammamish founded Sammamish FC with the vision of creating a competitive team that represents and unites their hometown. Since then, he has overseen its transition into league competition and helped establish a strong foundation for long-term growth in Sammamish.

Kian Rostami joined Sammamish FC as Director in December 2025. He helps guide the club's off-the-pitch strategy and organizational development, leading initiatives across sponsorship development, financial planning, and long-term growth strategy while overseeing key projects that strengthen the club's structure and sustainability.

Kian brings operational experience from University of Washington Intercollegiate Athletics, where he manages event operations and guest services at large-scale venues, along with prior administrative and coaching experience at Seattle Celtic. Since joining the club, he has played a significant role in streamlining operations and accelerating progress toward Sammamish FC's long-term goals.

Stella Rockwell joined Sammamish FC in August 2025 and serves as Creative Director, leading the club's branding, visual identity, and digital presence. She oversees creative direction across photography, design, and social media, shaping how Sammamish FC is presented to the community.

Since joining the club, Stella has provided professional match photography, designed impactful social media graphics, and played a key role in growing the club's online reach and engagement. Her work has helped professionalize the club's image and establish a clear visual identity, greatly contributing to Sammamish FC's continued growth and presence within the community.

Omar Mazhar joined Sammamish FC in October 2025 and serves as Design Specialist for Sammamish FC, supporting the club's visual and product development initiatives. He works closely with the Creative Director to bring branding concepts to life across merchandise, apparel, and other club materials, ensuring consistency and quality in execution.

Omar holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Centered Design & Engineering from the University of Washington. His background in user-focused design and systems thinking allows him to translate creative vision into tangible products that reflect the club's identity while remaining functional, cohesive, and community-driven.

Matt Zlateff joined Sammamish FC in February 2026 as the Manager of the club's newly established Reserve Team, while also serving as a key supporting coach for the First Team (UPSL). He brings more than a decade of coaching experience in both youth and high school programs across the eastside of Seattle.

A four-year player at Gonzaga University, Matt went on to compete at the semi-professional level in both Spokane and Seattle. He holds a USSF C License and is deeply committed to creating competitive environments that challenge athletes while supporting their long-term development. His background as both a player and coach strengthens the pathway between the Reserve and First Teams, helping establish continuity, shared standards, and a unified identity across all levels of the club.