Coaching Staff

One of our core values is: Coaching standard- Qualified and Certified (non-parent) coaches.  SC Central Alberta believes that it is essential that all of our coaches maintain a high level of professionalism both on and off the pitch. All of our coaches are qualified and certified non-parental volunteers.  We believe that to provide our athletes with the best possible experience playing the game and advancing their skills, coaches shouldn't be parents - parents should be free to watch their players and cheer them on.

U19 & U15 Boys Head Coach: Marcelo Lima

Marcelo began his soccer career playing futsal in Brazil at the age of 5. He played futsal until he was 11, when he moved to play soccer for the Marquinhos Capiava Academy, as well as clubs like Uniclinic, Guarani FC, and Ceará SC U20. Eventually, he moved up to Ceará SC's professional team roster. After undergoing an ACL surgery, Marcelo decided to move to the United States to start his college career with Hinds Community College. Marcelo subsequently played for USL teams, including Kalamazoo Outrage (MI), Vermont Voltage, OKC Energy, and Michigan Bucks (MI), winning Regional Championships with both Michigan teams.

As a coach, Marcelo began as an assistant coach for Hinds Community College, helping the team reach the playoffs for the State and Regional Championship. After two years, he became the assistant coach for East Central Community College, where he helped the team make the playoffs after a 5-year absence. In 2023, Marcelo moved to Red Deer to work for The Dome/SC Central as the Assistant Technical Director. During his two years at The Dome/SC Central, Marcelo led the U19 team to the club's first EMSA medal for a Red Deer men's team.

Marcelo specializes in player development and scouting, having placed more than 450 players in U.S. and Canadian colleges. He has also obtained his US Soccer D License and US Soccer Grassroots License. Marcelo is excited to work with and strengthen players as a coach for SC Central Alberta.

U17 Boys Head Coach: Patrick Sweiger

Patrick has spent his life dedicated to the sport of soccer. From playing to coaching, he has always been a student of the game and continues to learn and grow in order to be the best leader possible.  

As a player, Patrick grew up playing at the Tier 1 level for a number of teams in Alberta, earning a spot in the Provincial program in the process. He went on to captain the RDC Kings where he was named to the ACAC All-Star team multiple times and played for the U of L Pronghorns at the CIS level. As a coach, Patrick is C-License certified, and now has 15 years of coaching experience - coaching from U4 to Adults, technical training to club teams, and is currently venturing down the path of becoming a Coach Educator for Alberta Soccer.

Patrick has also earned his Education degree, worked many years in the fitness industry, has taken a keen interest in sport psychology, and is currently working as a Sports Academy Teacher for Red Deer Public Schools. He is passionate about developing youth not only as good soccer players, but as good people, and is excited to be part of Central Alberta's newest club, SC Central Alberta!  

Assistant Coach: Maël Crespo

U13 Boys Head Coach: David McLean

David is a seasoned soccer coach with over 15 years of experience dedicated to honing the skills and talents of athletes. Armed with a BSc in Strength and Conditioning Coaching, David integrates the renowned Canadian LTAD model into his coaching methodology, ensuring comprehensive player development at every stage. His expertise extends beyond the confines of the soccer pitch, as he has worked closely with professional soccer players in the prestigious English and Irish leagues, delivering personalized one-on-one training sessions to elevate their performance. David has also coached various disciplines in Ireland outside of soccer, showcasing his versatility and proficiency in nurturing athletes across different fields.

Currently, he channels his passion for the game as a coach and through playing in the Red Deer men's league. David is thrilled to bring his wealth of experience to the dynamic environment of SC Central. He is excited about the prospect of shaping the club's identity and fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and passion for the game. In his second season coaching with SC Central, David led his U13 Boys team to win the EMSA league title, the first time SC Central has won a league title in EMSA. David is excited for what lies ahead in his coaching career, and is confident in his ability to make a meaningful impact within the community of SC Central.

Assistant Coach: Ahmed Jamaluddin

U12 Boys T1 Head Coach: Tristan Mullin

Tristan is a young coach that has dedicated his life to learning and growing as a person, player and now coach of soccer. He has continued to grow as a leader from playing to coaching, and is extremely motivated to share his young and fresh knowledge of the game of soccer. 

Tristan grew up playing tier 1 soccer in Red Deer while being the captain on many of those teams. He earned a spot on the zone 4 Alberta Summer Games Team, which then led to earning a spot on the Alberta Provincial Team. During his time there he was lucky enough to play and train with players like Alphonso Davies. Following his time there he was invited to attend training sessions and exhibition games for the Red Deer College Kings at the age of 13. Playing in his last year of youth soccer he was able to capture a silver medal at U18 provincials. 

As a coach Tristan has a detail oriented approach and believes the little things translate to the big things. He also believes that hard work and dedication are essential foundations for success. Tristan has spent the last year and a half as an assistant coach learning from mentors within The Dome and SC Central Alberta, as well as using other knowledge learned from past provincial and college coaches. Along with continuing to learn as a coach, and hopefully attaining his C-License in the future, he has begun pursuing a Bachelor of Education Degree at Red Deer Polytechnic. He hopes that his playing experience and knowledge can transfer to younger players to reach their full potential and assist in achieving their goals. He is extremely excited to be a part of Central Alberta's newest club, SC Central Alberta! 

Assistant Coach: Silas Price

U12 Boys T2 Head Coach: Maël Crespo & Kale Gillies

U12 Girls Head Coach: Tristen Clubine

Tristen began playing soccer at a young age and was selected to play competitively on a Tier 1 team at age 11. That team went on to win 8 consecutive league titles as well as provincial gold medals, and Tristen was honoured to be the captain of her team for all 8 winning seasons. From there, Tristen was recruited on scholarship to play with the RDP Queens Soccer Team where her college team won provincials and travelled to Quebec for nationals.

Unfortunately, due to an ACL tear, Tristen was taken out of the game. With SC Central, Tristen found a new avenue for soccer through coaching and was able to stay involved in soccer in a different capacity. Tristen completed her "Soccer for Life" Canada Soccer certification and stepped into a head coaching role with the girls team. Outside of her time on the field, Tristen is pursuing her Bachelors of Science in Psychology and works as a Mental Health Aide with Alberta Health Services. She is grateful for the opportunity of coaching alongside the incredible coaches at SC Central, and is confident in the knowledge and energy she brings to the pitch. Tristen is both honoured and excited to continue growing the girls program at SC Central, and can't wait for what lies ahead in her coaching career.

Assistant Coach: Jenna Jennings & Jacqueline Belbin

U11 Girls Head Coach: Jacqueline Belbin

Jacqueline grew up as a multi-sport athlete focusing on Basketball, Volleyball, Track and Field, and Softball. Her teams won multiple awards, including several CWAJHAA Titles. She was captain of the Central Alberta Basketball Team for the Summer Games. She played club volleyball on a senior team as a junior athlete and she led her district to multiple track and field titles in the 50 Meter, 100 Meter, Hurdles, 200 Meter, and Relay events. At just 14 years old, Jacqueline won Female Athlete of The Year from the Innisfail & District Recreation and Culture Board, competing against athletes of all ages. She has continued learning and participating in new sports throughout the years, most recently enjoying boxing and long-distance running on the trails and pavement. She completed her first half marathon and 50KM Ultra Duo events in 2024 and is looking forward to continuing to push her boundaries while living an active lifestyle.

Jacqueline has 13 years of experience coaching both athletes and corporate teams. In 2018, she led her team of 120 sales professionals to a top-5 finish in Canada, earning her a spot in the President's Club along with other national accolades.
She holds coaching certifications in Softball and Boxing and is Grassroots Certified in Soccer. She is currently completing her CONCACAF C-Diploma through Soccer Canada, which she expects to complete in 2025. Jacqueline is entering her fourth season as a soccer coach and is looking forward to growing her knowledge and experience in the sport through active participation and learning.

Jacqueline is an avid supporter of keeping females in sports. Over the years, she has rallied to help support and build programs highlighting female athletes. She is excited to be a part of SCCA and even more excited to support the club as it builds out its girls' program.

Assistant Coach: Tristen Clubine