The founder of MLES Academy will continue leading the Southern California soccer academy alongside his new role with the Scottish professional club.
LOS ANGELES — German soccer coach Marcel Lowitsch, founder and director of MLES Academy in Southern California, has joined Aberdeen FC’s scouting team for the 2026/27 season, according to an announcement from the club.
Appointed by Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel, Lowitsch will combine his scouting responsibilities with his continued leadership of MLES Academy.
Lowitsch is the founder of a growing soccer academy whose programs span youth development and U23 competition. MLES Academy offers training for U9–U11 players and U13 and U15 age groups, while its U23 team competes in exhibition matches against professional opposition, including teams from MLS NEXT Pro and the USL. These matches give players opportunities to test themselves against professional standards.
The appointment connects Lowitsch’s work in American player development with one of Scotland’s most historic soccer clubs.
Based in northeastern Scotland and known as “The Dons,” Aberdeen won the European Cup Winners’ Cup under Sir Alex Ferguson in 1983, defeating Real Madrid 2–1 after extra time in Gothenburg. The club also won the European Super Cup that year against Hamburger SV.
“Joining Aberdeen FC’s scouting team is a tremendous honour,” Lowitsch said in the academy’s announcement. “To contribute to a club with such a distinguished history, where Sir Alex Ferguson achieved extraordinary European success, is something I take great pride in.”
The UEFA A-licensed coach also thanked Pfannenstiel and Aberdeen FC for their trust and the opportunity.
Lowitsch will remain responsible for MLES Academy’s development, overseeing its youth training programs and U23 activities alongside his new scouting role.
“My commitment to MLES Academy remains as strong as ever,” Lowitsch said. “Developing players, recognising potential and creating pathways in football are central to my work. I look forward to bringing that same dedication to my role with Aberdeen FC.”
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