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Peter Griggs serves as the ECNL Goalkeeper Director for Richmond United, bringing a wealth of experience in goalkeeper development at the club and collegiate levels. He originally worked with Richmond Strikers from 2017 to 2020 as part of the goalkeeper staff before returning to Richmond United in 2026 to lead the club’s ECNL goalkeeper program.

Peter’s coaching background spans multiple organizations across the country. He served as the Men’s and Women’s Goalkeeper Coach at Northern Michigan University from 2020 to 2023, while also holding leadership roles with Marquette United Soccer Club as Director of Coaching and Director of Goalkeeping. Most recently, he was the Director of Goalkeeping for Pride Soccer Club from 2023 to 2026, continuing to develop goalkeepers at a high level.

He holds a USSF National C License and advanced certifications from United Soccer Coaches, including the Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma and Analyzing Goalkeeper Performance. Peter earned his Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from Northern Michigan University.

As a former collegiate goalkeeper at Hamline University, Peter brings firsthand playing experience to his coaching, allowing him to connect with and develop goalkeepers through both technical and tactical understanding.

Originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin, Peter is passionate about developing confident, well-rounded goalkeepers and is a strong supporter of the U.S. Women’s National Team.