Klein Eagles & Silver Wings Board of Directors

Alicia Palmer

kleineaglespresident@aayfdt.org

Alicia is entering her fifth year with the Klein Eagles and Silver Wings organization. Her son, Jameson, will be starting his third year of tackle football with the Junior team after winning back-to-back Super Bowls as a Freshman and Sophomore. Her daughter, Ellis, will be a first year cheerleader with the Silver Wings after winning a Super Bowl on the Eagles flag team.

Professionally, Alicia is a board certified family law attorney at Kelly L. Fritsch, P.C. in Houston, Texas. She is also on the executive board for the Houston Bar Association Family Law Section.

Football, and athletics in general, are a big deal in the Palmer household. Before attending law school at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Alicia played college softball at the University of Arizona. Her husband, Joe, played college football at New Mexico State University. Joe is currently a varsity offensive line coach at Klein Collins High School. 

Alicia looks forward to serving on the Klein Eagles board this year, and is excited to bring her enthusiasm for youth sports to the organization." 

Shelby Quiroga

kleineaglesvp@aayfdt.org

As a proud mom of three, family and community are at the heart of everything Shelby does. Her son is a Senior on the Eagles this year, and her family has been part of the club for the past three seasons. Since her son's Sophomore year, Shelby has had the privilege of serving as the team photographer, capturing game day moments and memories for players and families alike. One of Shelby's favorite parts of being involved with the club is watching these young athletes grow, not only on the field, but as teammates, leaders, and individuals off the field as well. Shelby is passionate about supporting the players, coaches, and families who make this community so special, and she is excited to continue doing whatever she can to making participation in the Eagles and Silver Wings organization a positive experience for everyone involved. 

Veronica Pena

kleineaglestreasurer@aayfdt.org

Veronica was raised in the Spring area and is a proud graduate of Klein Collins High School. She is the proud mother of three children, and deeply involved in her family activities. Her son, Julian, has been a dedicated member of the Klein Eagles for the past four years, while her daughter, Lillian, is currently in her third year with the Silver Wings. Her oldest daughter serves in the United States Navy, and the family could not be prouder of her dedication, accomplishments, and commitment to serving her country.

Through the years, Veronica has learned the importance of living in the moment and cherishing time with loved ones. During the off season , she enjoys traveling, spending time near the water, and making meaningful memories with her children while taking a break from the busy sports season. 

Brittany Rogers

kleineaglessecretary@aayfdt.org

Brittany Rogers is entering her second year serving on the board as Secretary after previously volunteering as a team mom within the program. Her family has been involved in the league for the past three years, and youth football has become a big part of their lives. Her oldest son is pursuing other sports but the youngest continues playing in the league as a freshman this year. With her husband having formerly coached, Brittany and her family are passionate about supporting the program, encouraging young athletes, and helping build a strong football community for local families. 

Jacob Kugler

kleineaglesad@aayfdt.org

Jacob was raised in the Spring area, where he played football for Hildebrandt Intermediate before continuing on to Klein Oak High School, where he graduated. Following high school, Jacob enlisted in the United States Army, serving as an Infantryman and deploying in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. After sustaining injuries during combat operations, Jacob was medically separated from the military. Following his service, he remained deeply involved in athletics, training and competing in combat sports for several years before transitioning to rugby, where he played with the Houston Arrows.

Professionally, Jacob has spent nearly 20 years in the oil and gas industry and is currently entering his eighth year serving in senior executive leadership roles.

Jacob is entering his fourth season serving in Athletic Director leadership roles with the Klein Eagles, including one season as Interim AD and three seasons as the club’s official Athletic Director. During his tenure, he has focused on building a strong culture, supporting player development, and creating a positive experience for athletes, coaches, and families throughout the organization.

In addition to his Athletic Director responsibilities, Jacob also served as Head Coach of the Junior team last season, leading the team to a Super Bowl runner-up finish. Entering this season, he will take over as Head Coach of the Senior team, with the full roster of players returning from last year’s squad.

Jacob and his wife, Kayla, are proud parents of four boys. Their oldest son, Jace Ryan, will be entering 9th grade and playing freshman football at Klein High School. Their middle son, Jayce Morgan, is entering his fourth season with the Klein Eagles and will play on the Senior team this year. Their son, Kaceton, is entering his third season with the program and will play on the Sophomore team this season. The newest addition to the family, Kohen, is just over one year old and is already being raised around the Eagles family and football culture.

Jake Zuidervliet

Jake was born and raised in Portage, Indiana where he grew up playing a variety of sports

throughout his youth, ultimately competing in Football and Track and Field for Portage High

School. After graduation, he attended Purdue University where he earned his bachelor’s degree

from the School of Health and Human Sciences in 2011.

After college, he married his wife Betsy and together they have two sons, Benjamin (13) and

Henry (11). The family relocated to Texas in 2014.

For the past eight years, Jake has been working with youth athletes in baseball, basketball, and flag football before ultimately finding his place in the tackle football community. He spent 3 years coaching with the Klein Texans before joining the Klein Eagles organization. Last season, he served as offensive coordinator for the Super Bowl contending Junior team. This year, Jake

will transition into the role of Assistant Athletic Director, where he looks forward to supporting the continued growth and success of the club both on and off the field.

Tara Dunkin

kleinsilverwingsdrilldirector@gmail.com

With four years on the Drill team, Tara understands the dedication, structure, and teamwork required for success.  She is passionate about supporting programs that promote excellence, accountability, and growth both on and off the floor.

Tara is born and raised in Texas,, owns her own fitness installation business, and also has a degree in business and culinary science. She is a proud parent of four kids!  Her youngest, Zoey, is a 5th year Silver Wing.

Tara is excited to work with your girls this season!  It's going to be a season full of hard work, fun moments, and memories we'll always be proud of.

Stacie Madden

Stacie started dancing when she was 5 years old and continued to dance in college. In high school she was a member of the Klein Forest Golddusters, and in college she was a part of the Stephen F Austin Pom Pom Squad.  

Stacie currently works for Klein ISD in the special education department. She enjoys working with students of all ages and abilities.  

Stacie is a proud member of the Klein Eagles and Silver Wings community, and looks forward to another award winning season as the Assistant Drill Director for the Silver Wings.

Pauline Casey

Pauline Casey serves as the Fundraising Director for the Klein Eagles and is passionate about supporting youth sports and building strong community connections. Her son, Luke, has proudly played with the Eagles for the past three years and will be a senior Eagle this season. One of her favorite memories was helping support Luke’s junior team during their exciting journey to the Super Bowl last year.

Pauline has worked for DPS for the past 13 years as a License and Permit Specialist. She has a strong background in community involvement and volunteer leadership, previously serving as a den leader for Cub Scout Pack 1878. She has also been actively involved with the Bridgestone Dolphins swim team for the past four years and is highly involved in organizing and supporting the Bridgestone community activities.

She enjoys organizing events, coordinating fundraising activities, and helping create opportunities that allow young athletes to grow both on and off the field. Pauline is dedicated to making a positive impact for the kids, families, and the entire Eagles community.

Dariana Montgomey

kleineaglesinfo@aayfdt.org

This will be Dariana’s 3rd year serving as the Eagles Football Team Mom Coordinator. She is the proud mother of Mayson, a junior player, and Mckenzie, a Silver Wing. They have been part of the Eagles family for nearly 6 years.

Dariana is excited to do her part in helping ensure a fun-filled, organized, and successful football season for all athletes and families. Outside of football, she works as an RN at the hospital, serves as the Founder of M.E.M., a nonprofit focused on youth empowerment, and started a community food pantry dedicated to serving local families. 

Dariana enjoys all things sports. In her free time, she and her family enjoy traveling for sports and finding meaningful ways to give back to the community.

Melissa Suarez

Melissa grew up in Spring and is a Klein HS grad, so she is thrilled to be involved with the Klein Eagles & Silver Wings Booster Club.  This is her second year with the organization and she is excited to continue being involved and supporting the program.

Melissa has two daughters who proudly cheer for the Silver Wings, and Melissa's involvement allows her to support both the teams and the families who help make everything run smoothly.  Outside of cheer, she brings over 20 years of experience in the oil & gas industry and is also a licensed realtor with Century 21.

When she's not working or volunteering, Melissa is usually spending time with her husband and girls - by the pool or cheering on all things Houston (Astros, and yes, even the Texans!). She looks forward to serving as the Team Mom Coordinator of Drill and supporting the teams, coaches & families throughout the season.

Daphne Pardue

Daphne serves as the Publicity Director for the Klein Eagles and Silver Wings organization. As both an early childhood educator and dedicated football mom, she is passionate about supporting youth development and building community through sports. 

Daphne oversees social media content, event publicity, and organization communications while helping showcase the spirit and culture of the Klein Eagles and Silver Wings program. She enjoys creating memorable experiences for football athletes, cheerleaders, and families both on and off the field. 

She is proud to serve the Klein Eagles and Silver Wings community and looks forward to contributing to the continued growth of the organization.