Board of Directors
Mark Harris
Program Director
Mark was raised in Shaker. After wrestling and playing football at the high school, Mark was recruited and played for Kent State. He is the founder of Raw Talent Sports and To Train a Child Foundation which supports the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth of kids from local urban communities. He is honored to lead our organization and help build the youth program and football scaffolding in Shaker.
Scott Shelfer
Treasurer
Scott and Carrie moved to Shaker Heights in 2011 from Miami, FL. Scott and Carrie have held various leadership and servant positions and continue to be incredibly involved with Boulevard Elementary, Shaker Boosters, Shaker Lacrosse, Shaker Hockey, and Shaker Heights Country Club. Scott is honored to help build a sustainable youth organization that reflects all the best that Shaker has to offer.
Sean Malone
Secretary
Sean works as an attorney and serves on Shaker Heights City Council. He attended Shaker Schools K-12, played football, basketball, and baseball in high school, and football and baseball at the College of Wooster. He hopes to improve and expand access to recreational opportunities for all Shaker residents
Alex Nicholson
President
Alex is the Head Varsity Coach at Shaker Heights High School. He fully endorses SYFL and helps recruit players from the Shaker elementary buildings into football and the other youth sports organizations. He is excited to build a sustainable youth football organization in Shaker Heights.
