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Aaron Gialanella

Aaron Gialanella

New Haven,CT

Summary

Proven Academy Coach with a passion for grassroots soccer up to the professional level. Skilled in creating individualized programs that improve player development and the tactical side of soccer. Strong motivator with a professional background in Data Analytics and Supply Chain.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Programs Coach

New York Red Bulls
New York, NY
06.2024 - Current
  • Led travel teams, clinics, and Regional Development School programs for ages U5–U14.
  • Developed session plans tailored to individual needs, as well as team development requirements.
  • Provided each player on travel clubs with individualized feedback evaluations at the end of each season.
  • Acted as a liaison between partner clubs in the New York City metro area and the Westchester region.
  • Supported New York Red Bulls II through data analytics efforts, and gained familiarity with MLS Next standards.

Head Coach & Technical Director

FC Mount Pleasant United
Valhalla, NY
08.2024 - 07.2025
  • Managed U13B and U12G teams, leading the U13B to a divisional championship in the Spring 2025 season.
  • Created seasonal development plans, and structures to support player evaluation and performance analytics.
  • Organized and managed rosters, schedules, and assistant coaching staff.
  • Recruited new players through talent identification clinics, and assisted athletes in developing mental, technical, and tactical skills.

Academy Coach & Scout

D.C. United
11.2017 - 12.2019
  • Assisted with coaching during first team and academy team training sessions, training plans, tactical and analytics support.
  • Hosted talent centers for player identification among U9-U18 ages, in Virginia, Maryland, D.C., and North Carolina.
  • Monitored player performance and provided feedback to help improve their technique and teamwork, and mental approach to the game.
  • Developed scouting reports to improve club knowledge and improve tactical planning.

Education

Master of Arts - Organizational Psychology

Columbia University
12-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Albany
01.2017

Skills

  • Excel
  • Wyscout
  • PowerBI
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Google Analytics
  • SAP

Certification

  • USSF National F License
  • USSF 9v9 & 11v11 Grassroots Licenses
  • PSFA Level 2 in Talent ID
  • CPR, First Aid, & AED Certifications
  • CCEP Certification

Timeline

Head Coach & Technical Director

FC Mount Pleasant United
08.2024 - 07.2025

Youth Programs Coach

New York Red Bulls
06.2024 - Current

Academy Coach & Scout

D.C. United
11.2017 - 12.2019

Master of Arts - Organizational Psychology

Columbia University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Albany
Aaron Gialanella