Born and raised in Redding, Rob played recreational soccer at RES and for local travel teams. Throughout middle and high school, Rob was a member of Redding United, the local premier club, which was ranked as one of the top teams in the region during his junior and senior years. He went on to attend Fairfield Prep, where he served as captain of the varsity soccer team in his senior year.
After high school, Rob continued his soccer career at Fairfield University, where he played Division I college soccer. During his senior year, the team was nationally ranked 19th in the top 25 and won the MAAC conference regular season title. In the college off-season, Rob played PDL with the Rhode Island Sting Rays and trained with the professional A-league team, the Long Island Rough Riders. Since graduating, Rob has continued to play in local men's leagues in Stamford and Danbury and currently plays for the Danbury United Over 30 men's team.
Rob has also had a long coaching career, working with local youth, high school, and premier programs for over 20 years. He began coaching younger boys' travel teams in Fairfield toward the end of his college years. Most recently, he has coached for ERU, working with both boys' and girls' travel teams across various age groups. Rob has also led training sessions for the Joel Barlow High School boys’ program during the summer and winter off-seasons.
Tommy Obasi
Staff Coach
Born in Birmingham, England, Tommy has been a professional indoor soccer player since 2014 and is a well-known figure within the Connecticut soccer community. He played at Central Connecticut State University and most recently served as the Head Coach of Newtown Pride FC, where he led the team to a $1 Million prize and the 2023 TST Championship.
Tommy was appointed Head Coach of Spice City FC for the 2024 winter season, where the team competed in the Major Arena Soccer League (M2). In addition to his professional coaching roles, Tommy is an Assistant Coach at Joel Barlow High School and served as the Boys Coach In-House, U11 Black Team & Girls Coach U10 at Easton Redding United in the fall of 2024.
Tommy is passionate about youth soccer and is committed to making the game enjoyable for players. His coaching style focuses on making learning interactive through games and activities, ensuring players engage and improve while having fun. He’s known for his clear communication and ability to transfer his deep understanding of the game in a way that young players can easily grasp. With a strong love for the sport, Tommy is dedicated to helping players develop both their skills and passion for soccer.
Eric Miller
Staff Coach
Eric is a 2006 graduate of Joel Barlow High School and brings a wealth of experience to the U9 Girls' Team at Easton Redding United. As a captain and All-SWC player, Eric led his team to victory in the SWC Championship and was honored with the prestigious Brush Award.
A Redding native, Eric is now in his fourth season with the club and is committed to developing the next generation of soccer talent. In his second year with Easton Redding United, Eric focuses on creating a positive and engaging environment for young players, helping them grow both on and off the field. His experience as a player and his dedication to coaching make him an invaluable part of the team.