STAFF BIO:

Riley Wichmann has been a member of the Richmond Strikers—now Richmond United—since 2021 and transitioned into a full-time staff role in 2024. With a well-rounded background that blends coaching and analytics, Riley brings a modern and detail-oriented approach to player development.

Prior to becoming a full-time coach, Riley served as a Data Analyst and Assistant Coach with the Richmond Kickers professional team from 2018 to 2022, gaining valuable insight into the high-performance side of the game. Riley has also held head coaching roles at the high school level, leading the girls JV team at Freeman High School and the varsity program at Hanover High School. In addition, Riley currently serves as an Assistant Coach for the University of Richmond Women’s Soccer program.

Riley holds a USSF B License and has six years of coaching experience across the youth, high school, collegiate, and professional levels. Academically, Riley attended Colorado State and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Strayer University.

Originally from Houston, Texas, Riley is also a former Richmond Strikers player, competing with the club from 2014 to 2016. This connection to the club helps shape a strong understanding of the player pathway and culture.

A fun fact—Riley’s coaching idols are Bud Grant and Dave Bulow, whose leadership styles have influenced Riley’s approach to coaching and team building.