Coaching Staff

Candace Kirby

Coach Kirby's has been a member of the Henrico/Hanover soccer community for over 20 years. Her soccer career began in high school when she played for Varina High School as a member of their first girls' soccer team. She later played for Atlee High School as well. Coach Kirby quickly realized how special the sport of soccer was in creating a positive learning environment that allows athletes an opportunity to have a memorable experience each season.

Post high school, Coach Kirby played in the adult league with Dynamo Soccer. In 2019, she joined Grace Christian School as an assistant soccer coach, and in 2022 she became the girls middle school soccer coach. An avid lover of the sport and a lifelong learner, Coach Kirby looks forward to attending future coaching clinics to sharpen her coaching skills.

Coach Kirby has lived in Hanover for 21 years and is married to Charles Kirby. They have two daughters, Campbell & Carrison and are active members of Gethsemane Church of Christ.