Technical Staff

Alex Lubyansky joins Detroit Metro FC as General Manager and Head Coach. With decades of experience leading teams and developing top-tier talent, he brings a track record of success that will be critical to Detroit Metro FC’s first season.

Adrian joins Detroit Metro FC as the club’s first Sporting Director. Adrian’s playing journey took him to elite programs like Schoolcraft College and Madonna University, as well as competing internationally with Portuguese clubs G.D. Joane, Oliveira do Hospital, and Vitória de Sernache, where he honed his skills and tactical understanding of the game. Back home, Adrian represented AFC Ann Arbor, solidifying his reputation as a tenacious and versatile player. As a coach, Adrian has been a cornerstone in Michigan’s soccer development, lending his expertise to Michigan ODP, Michigan Jaguars, Michigan Rush, Legacy Legends F.C., and AFC Ann Arbor Women’s. His ability to nurture talent, inspire teams, and cultivate a winning culture has made a lasting impact across every level of the game.

Ray Yokoyama joins Detroit Metro FC as Associate Head Coach. Ray’s commitment aligns seamlessly with DMFC’s mission to nurture talent and foster a culture of resilience and unity. His leadership philosophy emphasizes not only winning games but building a legacy — one that shapes players into leaders and inspires our community to believe in the transformative power of soccer.

Genti Nonaj joins Detroit Metro FC as Director of Player Pathways. The founder and head coach of Duka FC, Genti built a competitive UPSL club that brought players from Michigan’s Albanian community and beyond together around a shared vision. Under his leadership, Duka FC won the UPSL Midwest East Conference title. Raised in Italy by Albanian parents, Genti brings a broad network and a commitment to creating opportunities for players. His work at Duka FC has included developing connections with European clubs and helping players pursue trials abroad. At Detroit Metro FC, he will focus on identifying talent and building pathways for players to take the next step.