Meet Our Coaches

Welcome to the “Meet Our Coaches” page of the Welland Soccer Club (WSC)! Our coaches are the cornerstone of our youth competitive teams, embodying the passion, expertise, and dedication that make WSC a nurturing ground for young talent. Each coach has been interviewed and carefully selected, ensuring they not only hold the appropriate coaching licenses but also share our club’s values of teamwork, respect, integrity, and the love for the game.

Our licensed coaches bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to their roles, with backgrounds that span professional playing, seasoned coaching, and strategic game management. They are committed to the development of every player, focusing on skill enhancement, tactical awareness, and mental toughness, all while fostering a positive and enjoyable team environment. Beyond the field, our coaches act as mentors, guiding our young athletes through the challenges and triumphs of competitive soccer, teaching them valuable life lessons along the way.

Get to know our dedicated team of coaches as they share their soccer philosophies, coaching milestones, and what motivates them to contribute to the success of our players and teams. Join us in celebrating the individuals who inspire, challenge, and lead our youth to greatness on and off the soccer field.

BOYS
Team Birth Years Head Coach
U8 Boys - Target 2016 Brian Wrighton
U8 Boys - Development 1 2016 Tom Muir
U8 Boys - Development 2 2016 Tony Tavares
U9 Boys - Target 2015 Jon Bradnam
U9 Boys - Development 2015 Stuart Muir
U10 Boys - Target 2014 Sean Neamtu
U10 Boys - Development 2014 Alex Nadolny
U11 Boys - Target 2013 Kevin Bovine
U11 Boys - Development 2013 Marco Naccarato
U11 Boys - Development 2013 Tim Richard
U12 Boys - Target 2012 Mark Cools
U12 Boys - Development 2012 Ahmed Khairy
U13 Boys 2011 Steve Misir
U14 Boys 2010 Jim Raso
U15 Boys 2009 George Bello
U16 Boys 2008 Anthony Vadacchino
U17 Boys 2007 Carm Trivieri
GIRLS
Team Birth Years Head Coach
U8 Girls - Target 2016 Rosh Gill
U8 Girls - Development 1 2016 Bruno Nero
U8 Girls - Development 2 2016 Matthew Vadacchino
U9 Girls 2015 Phil Dyson
U10 Girls - Target 2014 Luca Cargnelli
U10 Girls - Development 2014 Carm Ventresca
U11 Girls - Target 2013 Sonney Valovich
U11 Girls - Development 2013 Brent Hydra
U12 Girls - Target 2012 Marco Guglielmi
U12 Girls - Development 2012 Bruno Nero
U13 Girls 2011 Nino DeChellis
U14 Girls 2010 Tony Mete
U15 Girls - Target 2009 John Cox
U15 Girls - Development 2009 Pietro Rosati
U16 Girls 2008 Tom Muir
U17 Girls 2007 Stephan Huminilowycz
U18 Girls 2006 Stephen Fox