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BFUT Soccer Academy
  • Home
  • Programs and Philosophy
  • Youth Academy
    • U6 - U7 Foundations
    • U8 - U13 Competitive
    • Camps
    • Player Resources
  • IPT for High Performers
    • U14 - 24 | Year Round
    • Player Resources
  • Coach Training
    • Advanced | Level 1
    • Intermediate | Level 2
    • Introduction | Level 3
  • About Us
    • Our Mission
    • Our Head Coach
    • Team Store
    • Good Friends Foundation
    • Sponsors
    • Our Blog
  • Contact Us

Meet Head Coach: Jose Thadeu Gonçalves

THE GUIDING PRINCIPLES BEHIND BFUT SOCCER ACADEMY

Our Story

Our Head Coach, Thadeu, is passionate about helping young players grow, both on and off the field. He truly believes that soccer, as a "worldwide language," can bring people together and inspire peace through learning and teamwork.

 

His personal journey began in Brazil in 1979 with the professional club Paulista FC in São Paulo. From his early playing career, Coach Thadeu recognized the need for true educational guidance in the game. This powerful realization fueled a new ambition: to become the best youth educator in the game. As an educator, he provides precise guidance, explaining the "why, when, and how" of every concept to ensure his players develop genuine game intelligence.


Coach Thadeu's vision extends far beyond the field. His comprehensive program is specifically designed to guide young athletes through the entire athletic, mental, and career management journey, enabling them to achieve their dreams at the collegiate and professional levels. This commitment culminates in international exchange programs between the USA and Brazil, where top-performing players gain the highest level of competitive skill to launch successful careers both in the United States and abroad.

Licenses and Education

Coach Thadeu's commitment to elite development is built on extensive formal education and top-tier licensing:


  • USSF A License, USA
  • Master's in Human Movement (Physiology), Boston University
  • Bachelor's of Sports Science, University of Jundiai, Brazil
  • Soccer Specialization, University of São Paulo, Brazil
  • Sports Management, College of Amparo, Brazil

Local and International Experience

Coach Thadeu's philosophy is informed by firsthand international experience at the highest level:


  • Real National, Spain
  • Federation of Spain Internship


Book by Coach Jose Thadeu Goncalves

The Principles of Brazilian Soccer

An educational guide with emphasis on the unique Brazilian approach to technical skills training, their concentration on fitness and elasticity and their tactical approach. Includes chapters on: 

  • Player Management
  • Fitness Training
  • Seasonal Planning
  • Technical Skill Development
  • Tactical Principles

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