Steve was born and raised in Central Kentucky and his soccer journey began at the age of 5. He played middle and high school soccer at West Jessamine, as well as numerous years of select with a club team in the area. He continued to play intramurally at U.K., and still plays in various adult and pickup leagues in and around Lexington. He began coaching youth soccer when his oldest child began playing recreationally, as well as in local clubs. Steve has three children at Trinity Christian Academy and is passionate about the growth and success of Trident F.C.