Meet the Team

Technical Director - Matheus 'Matt" Da Silva

technical_director@pcspminorsoccer.ca

Matt was born and raised in Rio Claro, Brazil. Since moving to Newfoundland, Matt has made himself available to volunteer his time in the community and the sport. He made his first appearance in Corner Brook, where he attended school and helped coach kids of all ages. Currently residing in St. John’s, he continues to positively impact the soccer community.

His extensive experience in the sport ranges from playing soccer since the age of 5 in Brazil and Intermediate and Challenge Cup since he moved to Newfoundland. Matt currently plays on the Spurrs Challenge Cup team.

He has been coaching various levels, from Minor soccer to competitive Metro/PYL teams, his expertise is in the goalkeeping role. He has and still coaches with the NLSA Provincial teams program.

Achievements Matt has as a player & coach include: 

• Award of PCSPSA 2024 Coach of the Year
• Bronze Medal at NLSA BU15 Championship (Coach, 2024)
• Gold Medal at Paradise SunsSplash Tournament, GU13 division (Coach, 2023)
• Gold Medal at the NLSA GU15 PYL Tier 2 (Coach, 2022)
• Bronze Medal at the Toyota National Championship Challenge Trophy (player, 2022) 
• Gold Medal at the Johnson Insurance Challenge Cup (player, 2022) 
• Silver Medal at the Atlantic Championship with NLSA BU14 team (GK Coach, 2022) 
• Gold Medal at the Atlantic Championship with NLSA BU13 team (Assistant/GK Coach, 2022) 
• Gold Medal at the NLSA Mega Tournament, GU15 division (Coach, 2022) 
• Gold Medal at the MPSA 50^th Anniversary Tournament, GU15 division (Coach, 2022) 
• Gold Medal at the Paradise SunSplash Tournament, BU13 division (Coach, 2021)
• Gold Medal at the NLSA Mega Tournament, BU13 division (coach, 2021)

During the rare breaks that he takes from work and soccer, Matt enjoys hiking, watching movies and reading. 

We, as an Executive, strongly feel that he truly is an asset in this community. His vision for growth and success aligns with the Association’s mission and values.  

On behalf of the PCSP Soccer Association and the Town of Portugal Cove - St. Philip’s, welcome Matheus!