Overview
- Kreis will report directly to Larry H. Miller Company CEO Steve Starks.
- The appointment was announced at America First Field with governor Steve Miller, Starks and club president John Kimball present.
- LHM describes the structure as a way to leverage shared resources, innovation and mentorship across the MLS and NWSL teams.
- Kreis, RSL’s first player and 2009 MLS Cup–winning coach, returned in 2023 as director of operations and special projects.
- He outlined priorities in recruitment, player development and health and performance, noting culture must drive title ambitions even as larger markets outspend RSL and the Royals.