Sunday, August 20, 2023

Spearheading Vipers FC is current Club Leadership, Peter Pacheco & Brendan Pacheco.

Peter Pacheco continues as the Executive Director of the club, overseeing all Organizational and Management aspects in collaboration with Brendan. Brendan Pacheco returns for his second Year, serving as the Director of Coaching, tasked with the continued progression of all Player & Coach Development initiatives, and all technical aspects surrounding the club.

Vipers FC will welcome 4 new staff members this year, with the introduction of Josep Pitarch, Jonas Cervera, Carlos Ferrando and Gustavo Rodriguez.

Josep brings excellent pedigree and background to our Club and will be tasked with continued the development the next generation of Vipers FC players. Spending 3 season at Franklin Pierce (NCAA Division II) as a player from 2019 - 2021, Josep transitioned into a coaching position at FPU during the 2022 Season, where he claimed the NCAA Division II National Championship. With the National Championship in hand, Josep made the transition to Bryant University in January where he serves as a top assistant coach, proving to be an excellent recruiter and having a detailed eye for the game. Originally from Spain, Josep had an impressive career, serving as a Club Captain for CD Castellon's Academy, whose Senior Team is currently in the Spanish 3rd Division.

Jonas arrives at Vipers FC having finishing his playing career at Franklin Pierce University (NCAA Division II), where last season he claimed the Division II National Championship while serving as a Team Captain. Jonas is originally from Spain as well and served as an Assistant Coach for the well regarded Levante UD Academy. Since finishing his playing career, Jonas has transitioned into coaching full time, and currently serves as an Assistant Coach at Bryant University (NCAA Division I), where he and I work very closely together. Jonas is a consummate professional, has a tireless worth ethic, and exudes the passion and energy we need to help mold our young footballers.

Carlos' playing career is littered with accolades. Playing at Bryant University, Carlos arrives to Bryant having spent the last 3 years at Franklin Pierce University. A defender by trade, Carlos has a historic 2021 Season, where he captured NCAA Division II Scholar Athlete of the Year, All-American status, and 2021 NE-10 Conference Scholar Athlete of the Year. An example of academic and athletic excellence on and off the field, Carlos has the making of an ultimate competitor and future coach, as he has begun his coaching career in his home country prior to arriving in the US. Growing up in Spain, Carlos played and captained the infamous Levante UD Academy.

Gustavo Rodriguez makes his way to Vipers FC via Bryant University, where he will play at the NCAA Division I University. Prior to arriving at Bryant, Gustavo played 2 seasons at the University of New Hampshire (NCAA Division I) and one season at Franklin Pierce University (NCAA Division II). Originally from Mexico, Gustavo grew up playing for the infamous Pumas Academy, where he was the youngest player to ever make a debut in the Liga MX, Mexico's 1st Division Professional League. Gustavo is a lethal attacking player who brings flair and killer instant to the Final Third and has experience playing as a Midfielder and Defender. His playing high level playing experiences will serve as a valuable resource to our players.

The Club has also announced the addition to our Goalkeeper Department, with Dave Walsh being introduced as the Club's Goalkeeper Coach. Dave has served on numerous College Program staffs including Franklin Pierce University and Dean College, and currently serves as the Director of Quality Control of Bryant University's Men's Soccer Program. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in the position and will be a valuable asset to the development of our goalkeepers moving forward !

"Having worked closely with each these five incredible professionals, I know that the growth and development of our players will be positively impacted but their presence in our club. The standard of excellence, tenacity to excel and valuable individual experiences as Players and Coaches coupled with the high character traits all these coaches possess, will be invaluable to all those who have the opportunity to work with them" Said Brendan Pacheco.

" I am lucky to have an incredible Staff of individuals who are passionate about the impact that they leave with the members of our club and the community we serve. With all of our staff working alongside Peter and myself, we know that the growth of our club is only starting ! We are excited to continue to work to provide Southcoast Massachusetts and Rhode Island a top class community club that operates and strives for continued development and improvement every year"   Said Brendan Pacheco.

Vipers FC Full Staff List :

Executive Director - Peter Pacheco

Director of Coaching - Brendan Pacheco

2016 Boys Black & Blue  - Jonas Cervera (HC) / Josep Pitarch (AC)
2015 Boys Black & Blue - Josep Pitarch (HC) / Jonas Cervera (AC)

2014 Boys Black - Helio Rosa (HC) / Noah Rosa (AC)
2014 Boys Blue - Gustavo Rodriguez (HC) / Carlos Ferrando (AC)

2013 Boys - Chris Simoes (HC) / Thomas Holzer (AC)

2012 Boys Black - Brendan Pacheco (HC) / Austin Mendonca (AC) / Brandon Araujo (AC) / Marc Arroja (CA)
2012 Boys Blue - Fabio Borges (HC)
2012 Boys White - Carlos Freitas (HC) / David Lameiro (AC) / Arnoldo Melo (AC)

2011 Boys - Brendan Pacheco (HC) / Mike Martinho (AC) /  Austin Mendonca (AC) / Brandon Araujo (AC) / Marc Arroja (CA)

2010 Boys - Brendan Pacheco (HC) / Austin Mendonca (AC) / Brandon Araujo (AC) / Marc Arroja (CA)

2009 Boys - Brendan Pacheco (HC) / Mike Martinho (AC) / Austin Mendonca (AC) / Brandon Araujo (AC) / Marc Arroja (CA)

2008 Boys - TBD

2015 Girls - Jessica Winn (HC)

2014 Girls  - Jessica Winn (HC) / Thomas Crabbe (AC)

2013 Girls - Daniel Franzese (HC) / Michael Sheriff (AC)

2012 Girls - David Reynolds (HC) / Joey Hill (AC)

2011 Girls - Peter Pacheco (HC) / Peter Defusco (AC) / Karen Norton (AC)

2010 Girls - Carlos Ferrando (HC) / Gustavo Rodriguez (AC) / Kris Cordeiro (AC)

2009 Girls - Lee Cojocaru (HC) / Matt Sorensen (AC) / Dave Reynolds (AC)

2008 Girls - TBD

2007 Girls - Marco Montez (HC) / Kristy Desouza (AC)

2006 Girls Black - Jeremy Costa (HC) / Kristy DeSouza (AC)
2006 Girls Blue - Jon Rock (HC)

(HC) - Head Coach
(AC) - Assistant coach
(CA) - Coach apprentice

interested in joining our Club ? Connect with Brendan Pacheco (Brendanp@dysasoccer.com) to see how we can support your growth as a player or Coach !