Thiago Pinto to Lead Holy Cross College Men’s Soccer Program as New Head Coach
Thiago Pinto will bring a Brazilian flare to the Holy Cross Men’s Soccer program this fall. Mr. Pinto’s previous soccer coaching experience includes stints with the Elkhart Flames, Granger Christian High School, and Bethel College. He played his college soccer at Bethel College from 2001 to 2005. Born in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Thiago also played in the Brazilian first division for powerhouses Cruzeiro Esporte Clube and Athletico Mineiro. He has run numerous soccer camps for youth in the South Bend area and internationally.
Pinto has already signed some important recruits for the coming season including midfielder/defender Matthew Kniola from Michigan City High School. Matt was a key reason Michigan City had one of their best years in school history reaching the regional semifinals and giving state runner-up Chesterton High School one of their toughest challenges in the post season. Matt was a first-team selection to the South Bend Tribune’s 2008 Sports Fest West Team.
Published 6/18/2008