I am an accomplished professional with a unique career journey that spans professional soccer and later in the transportation industry. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, I began my career as a professional soccer player, competing for renowned clubs such as Portuguesa and Kaizer Chiefs FC, where I contributed to the team’s victory in the South Africa Cup. Following my athletic achievements, I transitioned into coaching, serving as an assistant coach for a high school girls' soccer team in Manhattan, New York, and for a Summer Camp program in Connecticut, where I honed my leadership and mentorship skills. I am currently Head Coach at Coral Gables Youth Center, and prior to that, I worked as a Head of Coach at OneFC Miami, where I had the opportunity to coach the Girls team, achieving 1st place in the Palm Beach Gardens Classic Tournament and a U14 Boys team.
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I’m Rodrigo, a coach who turns hard work into results.
I’ll sharpen your skills, focus on fundamentals, boost your confidence, and push you to your best.
Quick warm-up, focused drills, game strategy, and tips to level up.
Atlético Rio Negro Clube, Manaus, Brasil [2002] • Competed at a professional level, enhancing skills in competitive environments and driving team success. Kaizer Chiefs FC – Johannesburg, South Africa [1996] – [1998] • Played professionally, at a right full back position, • Adapted to different playing styles and cultures, enriching soccer knowledge and experience. Playing in this position the team was champion of the South Africa Cup. Jaboticabal Atlético [1996] • Professional soccer player, Paulista league series B • Competed at a professional level, contributing the team to achieve The Paulista League championship in 1996. Associação Portuguesa de Desportos– São Paulo, Brasil [1990] – [1996] • Youth 11-17 category • Competed at an amateur level, honing skills in competitive environments and contributing to team success.
Blaise Matuidi and Kieran Gibbs
Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese (native)
Passionate about soccer and dedicated to fostering the next
generation of athletes.
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