ELLIE SCHANBACHER

Joined Tonka United: 2025

Full-Time Staff Coach

A Mankato native now based in Waconia, Ellie Schanbacher leads Tonka United’s teams with a growth-minded, player-first approach. Ellie blends recent high-level playing experience with clear, positive coaching to help young athletes build strong technical habits and confidence. Before joining Tonka United, Ellie coached with Mankato United while competing in the WPSL and anchoring Crown College’s women’s program.

Coaching & Leadership Highlights

• Mankato United, Head Coach (2023–2025)

Playing Career

• Mankato United, WPSL (2023–2024)
• Crown College (2022–2025)

Education

• Crown College (in progress)

Fun Fact: In high school, her team traveled to Sweden.

Favorite Team: USWNT