Josemar Guimares Da Silva
Trumbull,CT
Summary
Internationally experienced former professional dedicated to developing complete players through structured methodology, competitive standards, and individualized growth plans. Demonstrated success at the ECNL Regional level, including national qualification and multiple tournament championships. Passionate about mentoring young athletes and creating pathways to collegiate and professional opportunities. Former professional with 18 years of international playing experience who has successfully transitioned into high-level youth development. Proven ability to build competitive teams, develop elite players, and foster a winning culture. Committed to long-term athlete growth, technical excellence, and preparing players for the next level both on and off the field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Coach
CFC
Bethany, CT
08.2023 - Current
CFC (Connecticut Futbol Club)
ECNL Regional Head Coach
Teams Coached:
- 2011 ECNL Regional Team
- 2008 ECNL Regional Team
Achievements:
- Won 8 tournaments
- Jefferson Cup Champions (2008 ECNL Team)
- Qualified for ECNL Nationals with 2011 Team
- National Semifinalist (2011 ECNL Team)
- Coach of the Year – 2025
Skills
- High-performance training methodology
- Tactical systems implementation
- Youth development pathways
- Talent identification
- Bilingual (Portuguese / English)
- Full-season planning and player development programming
- Tactical periodization and match analysis
- College pathway preparation and player exposure support
- Staff collaboration and curriculum alignment
- Community clinics and supplemental technical training sessions
- Player-centered development model
- Emphasis on technical excellence and tactical intelligence
- Competitive mentality with character-building foundation
- Long-term athlete development approach
Certification
Licencia B (Conmebol/National)
Accomplishments
- PLAYING CAREER
Professional Footballer (18 Years)
- Developed in the academy system at Clube de Regatas do Flamengo
- Competed professionally in Brazil’s national and state competitions
- Clubs include:
Botafogo Futebol Clube (SP)
Volta Redonda Futebol Clube
Paysandu Sport Club
Benfica B (Portugal)
Additional professional experience in the UAE
- Gained extensive experience in high-performance environments, tactical systems, and elite-level training cultures UNITED STATES PLAYING EXPERIENCE
- Member of UPSL National Championship-winning team
- Leadership presence within the squad
- Assisted with club development and community engagement initiatives
Brazil | Portugal | United Arab Emirates
Ole Futbol Club – UPSL
Timeline
Head Coach
CFC
08.2023 - Current