Thiago Pinto
Thiago Pinto
Head Men's Soccer Coach
Phone Number: 574.807.7205
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Pinto, a 2005 graduate of Bethel, led Holy Cross to a 7-10-2 record this past season in only its second year as a varsity program. Before joining Holy Cross, Pinto served as an assistant coach for Bethel for two seasons. Thiago has also gained valuable coaching experience leading the Northern Indiana Futbol Academy, Elkhart Flames Soccer Academy, and Granger Christian School soccer programs.
As a player, Pinto appeared in four NAIA National Tournaments. The Midfielder played for the Pilots from 2002-2005. A native of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Thiago played in the Brazilian first division for powerhouses Cruzeiro Esporte Clube and Athletico Mineiro.
Off the field, Thiago embodies all that Bethel College represents. He is the Co-Founder and Director of Hope Soccer for Christ, an organization that proclaims the Gospel and brings hope through the environment of soccer. Thiago has also led mission trips to Japan, Israel, Ecuador, and Niger through is role as Assistant Pastor at Hope Church.
"I look back over my educational career and I can say with all sincerity that the years I spent at Bethel, obtaining my degree, were my times of greatest growth, both educationally and spiritually," said Thiago. "I hold Bethel College in high regards and it is with great appreciation that I accept the Head Soccer Coach position."
"We are extremely fortunate to find an individual like Thiago Pinto to head up our Men's Soccer Program," said Lantz. "Thiago's gifts and passions align particularly well with the vision and purpose of Bethel College Athletics. His desire to see athletes develop in all aspects of their life is quite evident. Thiago clearly exhibits excellence in all that he does and sees himself as much more than a soccer coach. We expect great things from Thiago in the months and years ahead."
