Early Life
Reinaldo grew up on the outskirts of São Paulo, Brazil, where he spent countless hours playing street soccer. At the age of 10, he joined one of the most competitive youth teams in his neighborhood, marking the beginning of his formal soccer journey. A few years later, Reinaldo expanded his development by joining a soccer academy, where he also played futsal, further honing his skills.
Later Years
In 2009, Reinaldo moved to the United States to pursue a student-athlete career with a full scholarship at the University of Rio Grande in Ohio. During his first season at Rio, he underwent knee surgery, an injury that significantly impacted his playing career and kept him off the field for two years. Despite this setback, Reinaldo returned to play and in 2016, he completed his final season with FC Hasental in the NPSL.
As a Coach
With over 10 years of coaching experience, Reinaldo has worked at various levels, from youth academies to professional teams. As Head Coach of FC Golden State Force in the NPSL, he led the team to win the Southwest Conference trophy and earned the title of Best Coach in the Conference. In 2024, Reinaldo became the Head Coach of San Fernando Valley, competing in the UPSL Premier.
Academy Coaching
EDUCATION
- M.S. Kinesiology
- Psychology Certification
- USSF A License
- UEFA B License
- USC Premier Diploma
- FC Barcelona Coach Academy Diploma
- ABTF Level II
- Action Personal Trainer & Nutrition Certificate
- CanFitPRO PT Specialist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Workshop Facilitator – Positive Coaching Alliance
- Physical Education & Fitness Instructor – Mount Saint Mary’s University
- Director of Futsal & Camp Director – UK International Soccer Camp
ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2021 – NPSL Southwest Conference Champion
- 2021 – NPSL Award Best Coach of the Southwest Conference
- 2021 – NISA Championship Finalist
- 2020 – NISA Fall Tournament Semi-Final
Workshop Facilitator
