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Technical Staff

  • Matty Jollie

    Coach

    Matty@napleselitesoccer.com
    239-284-9609
    Coach

    Originally from Providence, RI, Coach Matty Jollie has been involved in the soccer community in Naples since 2016. After getting his start with the Optimist Club of Naples, he then joined the club soccer ranks in 2022 with Azzurri Storm, becoming involved in the girls academy and coaching the U9 through U12 age groups over four seasons with the club. After the 2025/26 season, Coach Matty joined Naples Elite to strengthen and grow the blossoming girls program and is currently coaching in the U9, U10, and U11 age groups.
    Licenses: USSF D; USSF Grassroots 4v4, 7v7, 9v9, & 11v11; English FA Level I
    Coaching Experience:
    Azzurri Storm (2022-2026);
    Naples Optimist Soccer (2016-2022)
    Playing Experience: Several years of club, school, and adult recreational soccer in Rhode Island

  • Jonathan Garcia

    Coach

    Jonathangarcianapleselite@gmail.com
    Coach

    8 years coaching experience

    • USSF C License
    • Schoolcraft College Men’s Soccer Assistant Coach (2021-2026)
    • Detroit City FC Huron Valley – (2022-2026)
    • Detroit City FC Academy Coaching Staff (2026)
    • Detroit City FC Huron Valley Junior Recreational Director – (2024-2025)
    • NJCAA Regional Coaching Staff of the Year (2023)
    • Barcelona Camp Coach (2021-2025)
    • Real Madrid Camp Coach (2023-2024)
    • Diploma/Certificate – Coaching Dynamics
    • Performance Analysis- Game Model Development- Coaching Behavior
    • 3x MCCAA Champions (2022,2023,2024)
    • 3x NJCAA Region 12 Champions (2022,2023,2024)
    • NJCAA National Championship Participant (2023)

     

    Playing bio

    • Walled Lake Northern – 2012-2015
    • Schoolcraft College -2015-2017 (NJCAA)
    • Cleary University -2017-2019 (NAIA)
    • Detroit United -2017-2025 (UPSL)
    • NJCAA D1 National Championship Participant  (2015)

  • Daniel Figueira

    Coach

    Daniel@napleselitesoccer.com
    (772)626-6102
    Coach

    Playing experience in both the U.S. and Europe. Spain, Italy, and the U.S., including time with Real Oviedo, A.C. Perugia U18, USL2, and at the collegiate level.
    On the coaching side, Daniel has worked with youth players across multiple age groups, including at Real Oviedo International, and has trained college players during their offseason
    Licenses: USFF D

  • David Vaudreuil

    Coach

    Vaud711@gmail.com
    239-580-8633
    Coach

    As a professional player, he won four (4) National Championships, two (2) MLS Cups and one (1) U.S. Open Cup with DC United as well as Mexican Indoor Championship with Puebla FC.

    As a player, he served as an Executive Committee member of the MLS Players Association. As a professional coach, David has been Head Coach of the Atlanta Silverbacks and the Tulsa Roughnecks in the 2nd Division and was Assistant Coach and Reserve team Coach for the New England Revolution (MLS).

    General Manager of AC Milan USA Academy (Los Angeles), Head Coach of the L.A. Galaxy U18 Boys Academy team, and Director of Soccer for Club Chivas USA (Los Angeles and San Jose).

    License: USSF PRO

  • Gabriella Baldo

    Coach

    Coachgbaldo@gmail.com
    Coach

    She began her playing career with Sockers FC Chicago, a prestigious youth soccer club, where she competed at the ECNL and National League levels. She continued her career at the University of South Carolina Beaufort, where she played women’s soccer and served as team captain.

    Beyond the field, Gabriella is a Certified Personal Trainer, Holistic Nutrition Coach and Injury Prevention & Mobility Specialist. She combines her knowledge of soccer, strength and conditioning, mobility and nutrition to develop well-rounded athletes.

    Gabriella’s goal as a coach is to develop athletes both on and off the field; strengthening them mentally, physically and emotionally while building confidence, discipline and resilience. She strives to create an environment where players are challenged to step outside their comfort zones, learn from adversity and believe in their ability to grow. Her mission is to help each athlete become not only a better soccer player, but a stronger, more resilient person who carries those lessons far beyond the game.

  • Quin Thornton

    SAQ Trainer

    Owner and founder of Dos Performance by Quin Thornton, skills specialist and certified fitness trainer. Dos Performance maximizes the potential of each athlete while instilling valuable lessons about respect, motivation and hard work.

    The Dos Performance foundation of Love, Lead, Inspire, Motivate reflects Quin’s passion for fitness, rooted in his own success as a football athlete, paired with his commitment to give back to the community.A Naples local, Quin graduated from Barron Collier High School as a football standout, was named Athlete of the Year by The Naples Daily News and received 1st Team All State honors. He continued his football and track careers at Glenville State College, where he studied sports management and business administration.

    Quin feels it is his duty to give back to the youth of the community which made him the man he is today. This mission is realized through Dos Performance, where he mentors athletes by loving, leading, inspiring and motivating them to reach their greatest potential!

  • Brayan Arce

    Goal Keeper Coach

  • Nathan Branton

    Club Assistant

    assistants@napleselitesoccer.com
    239-898-7902
    Club Assistant

    My passion for sports began at the age of four and quickly became a foundation of structure, discipline, and direction in my life. The experiences and lessons I’ve gained through athletics have played a pivotal role in shaping who I am—both personally and professionally.

    Today, having the opportunity to be part of a program that supports such an incredible and diverse group of kids is deeply rewarding. I take great pride in contributing to their growth—on and off the field. Helping to create a positive, encouraging environment where young players can develop their skills, build confidence, and learn the value of teamwork is truly an honor.