Jess Silva - Head Coach at Brooklyn FC
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Today, our co-host Kaela Hansen sits down with Jess Silva, the Head Coach of Brooklyn FC's women’s team. Jess has built an incredible coaching career, with experience in Canada, France, and now New York. As the first woman in Canada to earn a UEFA A License, she has broken significant barriers in a male-dominated coaching industry. In this episode, Jess shares insights from her journey, including her time at FC Metz, where she navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic to lead her team to a second-place finish.
We also discuss her impact on youth development, her role in creating the Women’s Coach Mentorship Program, and her vision for Brooklyn FC as they embark on their inaugural USL Super League season. Plus, she shares how she plans to integrate Brooklyn’s diverse community into the club’s identity and inspire the next generation of female athletes.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a trailblazer in women’s soccer!
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Chapters:
0:00 – Intro & Guest Welcome
01:12 – Full Circle Moment
02:01 – Coaching Across Cultures
04:50 – North America vs Europe Coaching
07:15 – Impact of New Women’s Leagues
09:22 – First Canadian Woman to Earn UEFA A License
12:14 – Coaching Through COVID-19
16:30 – Mental Challenges During COVID
19:43 – Developing Young Female Talent
23:40 – Mental vs Physical in Going Pro
26:07 – Mentorship for Women Coaches