FRONT OFFICE
Jeff Tripoli, President
Jennifer McConnell, Director of Gameday Operations
Alex Lubyansky, GM and Head Coach
At the helm of Detroit Metro FC is Jeff Tripoli, a seasoned Marketing Executive and a Serial Entrepreneur with a proven business acumen. With 27 years of experience in the industry and a passion for leadership, Jeff is excited to guide Detroit Metro FC into an exciting, new era.
Alex Lubyansky, GM and Head Coach
Jennifer McConnell, Director of Gameday Operations
Alex Lubyansky, GM and Head Coach
Alex Lubyansky leads Detroit Metro FC as General Manager and Head Coach, responsible for the club’s sporting direction, operations, and long-term organizational growth. With decades of experience building teams and developing high-impact players, he brings an executive mindset focused on sustained performance and scalable success.
Jennifer McConnell, Director of Gameday Operations
Jennifer McConnell, Director of Gameday Operations
Jennifer McConnell, Director of Gameday Operations
Jen’s passion for the game is deeply rooted as the matriarch of a soccer-obsessed family. Over the last decade, she immersed herself in the youth soccer industry, from managing multiple teams to board officer and club president, and is now a growing presence on the adult soccer scene in the Midwest. She is currently the Director of Operat
Jen’s passion for the game is deeply rooted as the matriarch of a soccer-obsessed family. Over the last decade, she immersed herself in the youth soccer industry, from managing multiple teams to board officer and club president, and is now a growing presence on the adult soccer scene in the Midwest. She is currently the Director of Operations at the Livonia Athletic District - a 95,000 square foot indoor sports facility.
STAFF
Edisjon Xhaxho, Head of Digital Media and Content
Edisjon Xhaxho joins Detroit Metro FC with a proven track record in sports videography and social media storytelling. He brings experience from professional soccer, college athletics, and content creation for NFL athletes. His expertise in capturing the game’s energy and delivering high-impact video content will be instrumental in elevating DMFC’s digital presence.