Brendan McManus

Indoor Performance Center Director

About Me


country of Orgin:

Ireland

Favorite soccer team:

Arsenal FC

Favorite professional female soccer player:

Lindsey Horan

Favorite professional male soccer player:

Paolo Maldini

Favorite professional soccer coach:

Carlo Ancelotti

Favorite Skill Move:

Step Over Turn

Right or Left Footed:

Right

Favorite moment as a coach:

Qualifying for National Championship Elite 8 with HNU in 2011

Favorite moment as a Player:

The feeling after winning games and winning trophies

Coaching Qualifications


  • B.S. in Sports & Exercise Science & Biology - University of Rio Grande (2008)

  • Masters in Education (M.Ed) - Holy Names University (2010)

  • California Single Subject Teaching Credential - Holy Names University (2011)

  • USSF Director of Coaching License (2023)

  • USSF A License (2019)

  • USSF A Youth License

  • USSF B License (2015)

  • NSCAA Premier Diploma (A License) (2012)

  • NSCAA Advanced National Diploma (B License) (2011)

  • NSCAA National Diploma (C License) (2010)

  • Various online courses, coaching seminars, and clinics (ongoing)

  • First & CPR Certified 

Coaching Experience


  • Irish Football Association

  • Holy Names University Assistant Coach (2008-2011) Best finish in school history, National Championships Elite 8 2011; 3x Cal Pac Champions (2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-2011)

  • IFA Youth Camp Co-ordinator

  • First Aid

  • Montclair Soccer Club Trainer (2010-2011)

  • CVSC Director of Coaching (2021-2024)

  • Castro Valley Soccer Club Coach Head Coach (2011-2024)

  • Technical Director CVSC (2014-Present)

Playing Experience


  • Varsity player for University of Rio Grande (2004-2008)

  • Youth Trainee Apprentice at Nottingham Forest FC (2000-2003)

  • Captained U16 Northern Ireland Youth Team (2000-2002)

  • Represented U18 Northern Ireland School Boys Team at Victory Shield (2003)

  • Glenavon FC U18’s, Reserves, and First Team 2002-2004 Irish Premiership