Ni​ko Kounenakis

With over 18 years of professional experience, Nick has excelled as ​both a player and coach at the highest levels of soccer. He is ​currently the founder and director of ECES in Europe and Illinois. ​Drawing from his extensive experience living in multiple countries, ​Nick leads ECES in providing athletes and non-athletes in Europe ​and the U.S. the opportunity to experience the best of both worlds. ​Through state-of-the-art technology and exposure to diverse ​mentalities and cultures, ECES offers a unique and enriching ​experience,




professional soccer Experience

2010

SPORTING KANSAS CITY MLS u.s

2004-2009

OFI FC PREMIER LEAGUE GREECE

Team Captain


ARIS FC PREMIER LEAGUE CYPRUS

1999-2003

aNDERLECHT PREMIER LEAGUE bELGIUM

League Winners

Champions Leage

RODA J.C PREMIER LEAGUE holland

Uefa Cup

1994-1999

ofi fc PREMIER LEAGUE Greece

Uefa Cup

Intertoto Cup

National Team of Greece

professional coaching Experience

sk slovan bratislava fc

Slovakian Premier League and Cup Runner up

Europa League

montreal fc mls

Cup Winners

Concacaf Champions League

ofi fc in Greece premier league

guest lecturer at adelphi University in NY

FOUNDER

2017 - 2024

ece-soccer ILLINOIS

ece-soccer.com


DIRECTOR

eces-eu.com cYPRUS

eces-eu.com

pRESIDENT

soccer for autism ILLINOIS

soccerautism.org


ECES OF ILLINOIS ​INC.

ECES is an innovative sports company revolutionizing ​athlete development and sustainability. Our holistic ​approach integrates cutting-edge technology, training ​methodologies, and expert knowledge to enhance ​prevention, skill, and performance levels.

We're dedicated to nurturing athletes comprehensively, ​focusing on both physical prowess and mental resilience. By ​leveraging advanced tools, we optimize performance while ​minimizing injury risks, ensuring athletes reach their full ​potential safely and sustainably.


ECES LT​D CYPRUS

Eces Ltd in collaboration with top travel agents, offer ​exclusive Soccer, Religious, and Wellness camps and ​retreats on these stunning islands. Through our latest ​partnership with Ariadi Collections, our valued U.S. visitors ​can now immerse themselves in the enchanting beauty and ​unique experiences of Cyprus and Crete.



Soccer Pre Season Camp

Religious & Cultural



ARIADNI ​COLLECTION​S Inc.

C​o-Founder

Ariadni Collections offers unique wellness trips in stunning ​locations around the world, combining wellness activities, ​healthy cuisine, and cultural experiences to provide a ​transformative and rejuvenating experience for participants.


Ariadni Collections