Bryan Cerqueira
North York,ON
Summary
To further advance my coaching education and professional development by obtaining the UEFA A License through the Scottish Football Association, leveraging extensive experience in player development, coaching at pro-amateur levels, and implementing innovative training methodologies.
Highly skilled coaching professional with proven track record in leading teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and achieving results. Adept at adapting to changing needs and fostering positive, goal-oriented environment. Known for effective communication, leadership, and mentorship abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach
Masters FA League 2 Team
01.2023 - Current
- League: League 1 Ontario
- Lead the technical and tactical preparation for a League 1 Ontario team, ensuring high-level performance in a competitive semi-professional environment
- Oversee player recruitment, team selection, and in-game strategy to maximize team success
- Foster a positive and professional environment that promotes player development and progression to higher competitive levels
Academy Director & Head Coach
North York Academy
01.2016 - Current
- Company Overview: One of Canada's top pro-amateur soccer academies
- Direct the strategic and operational management of one of Canada's top pro-amateur soccer academies
- Develop and implement comprehensive training programs for players aged 5-18, ensuring alignment with modern coaching philosophies
- Successfully coached and managed teams at the highest Canadian pro-amateur levels, focusing on technical, tactical, and psychological player development
- Spearheaded partnerships with international clubs, including proposed collaboration with FC Porto, to elevate player opportunities and academy profile
Youth Soccer Coach
City of Toronto, Parks and Recreation
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Delivered progressive coaching sessions tailored to age-specific development, from grassroots to competitive levels
- Conducted player assessments and created individualized development plans to foster long-term growth
- Focused on technical precision, tactical understanding, and psychological resilience among youth players
Education
UEFA B License -
Scottish Football Association
Edinburgh, SC11-2021
Engineering - Construction Engineering
George Brown College
Toronto, ON05-2014
Skills
- Advanced understanding of technical, tactical, physical and psychological aspects of soccer
- Team management
- Recruiting
- Motivational leadership style
- Coaching and developing players
- Leadership skills
- Organizational skills
- Managing staff
- Managing players
- Managing operations
- Fostering partnerships with international soccer organizations
- Commitment to player welfare
Accomplishments
- Successfully led teams to national and regional championships in Canada.
- Recognized as a leader in player development, with multiple players progressing to academic and professional pathways.
- Introduced strength and conditioning programs, enhancing athletic performance across age groups.
- Elevated the performance of Masters FA League 2 team, fostering player growth and team success in League 1 Ontario.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Educationandcoachingqualifications
- Mental Health in Scottish Football
- SFA - Physical Preparation
- SFA - Coaching in the Game Certificate
- SFA - Development Activities Certificate
- Coaching Footballers 13+
- Children's Wellbeing in Scottish Football
- SFA - [C] Licence Individual Programme
- SFA - [C] Licence Training Session
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Head Coach
Masters FA League 2 Team
01.2023 - Current
Academy Director & Head Coach
North York Academy
01.2016 - Current
Youth Soccer Coach
City of Toronto, Parks and Recreation
01.2010 - 01.2017
UEFA B License -
Scottish Football Association
Engineering - Construction Engineering
George Brown College
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