Bethlehem Soccer Club Names Brian Spina Director of Coaching
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Contact: Dan Doyle, Dan.Doyle@bscny.org
Bethlehem Soccer Club (BSC) is pleased to announce that Brian Spina has accepted the position of Director of Coaching, effective immediately.
In this newly created role, Spina will oversee the overall development of BSC players, from the youngest age groups to the senior level, by creating and implementing a comprehensive soccer philosophy that aligns with the club’s values and playing style. This philosophy will serve as the foundation for all player development initiatives within the Academy and Recreation programs.
As head of player development, Spina will be responsible for identifying and nurturing young talent within the club by working closely with the recreational and youth academy to develop training programs that focus on skill-building and tactical awareness. He is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of BSC by providing coaches and players with the right environment to flourish.
“Brian Spina is a proven leader,” said Justin Haviland, acting president of the BSC Board of Directors. “His technical and tactical soccer knowledge, combined with his deep understanding of what it takes for young players to be confident and successful, make him the ideal person to fill this role and elevate Bethlehem Soccer Club to the next level.”
Spina brings a wealth of youth soccer experience to the job. He has been an active coach at BSC since 2020, most recently with the U14 Boys Academy team. Prior to that, he was a Coerver Soccer Trainer (2012-2016), BCHS Boys Modified 9 Coach (2015, 2019) BSC Coach (2015-2016), CBA JV Coach (2016/2017), Black Watch Premier Coach (2016-2019), BCHS Varsity Assistant Coach (2019-2022), and BCHS Varsity Head Coach (2023-Current). In his second year as head coach, Brian led the Bethlehem Central Boys Varsity team to the New York State Class AA Semi-Finals in 2024. Among many season highlights, the team captured the first sectional and regional titles for the program since 2016, and Spina was named 2024 Section 2 Class AA Coach of the Year.
“I am looking forward to stepping into this new role in a club that has meant so much to me over the years,” said Spina. “We have an awesome community, and I cannot wait to foster their love for this sport and help support the growth of all of our players. Bethlehem Soccer has always had a lot of potential, and I am excited to support our coaching staff to help unlock that.”
A Bethlehem resident and BCHS educator, Spina grew up playing for the Albany and Bethlehem Soccer Clubs. He played at all levels of the BCHS soccer program and went on to play four years at SUNY New Paltz, captaining the Hawks for two seasons.
About the Bethlehem Soccer Club:
Based in Glenmont, NY, the mission of the Bethlehem Soccer Club is to provide opportunities for youth of all levels to play and enjoy the game of soccer. Through its recreation and competitive academy programs, the goal of the Club is to create an environment where players can develop to their full potential, through volunteer efforts, professional leadership, high quality coaching, and outstanding facilities. The Club encourages players to have fun while learning the values of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play.
