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Toronto Blizzard
Our program is specifically geared towards student athletes obtaining scholarship opportunities.
THERE IS A SCHOOL FOR EVERYONE
Over the past 12 years we have had over 94% success rate in placement, mainly NCAA & mainly as full rides
Affiliations
More details coming soon.
Training Sessions
Whether you are looking for some more information or the specific upcoming training sessions, click below to go to the respective pages to learn more.
Players
A look at some of the player profiles, which is being updated to ensure the most up-to-date information. This includes highlights of the players.
Meet The Team
Giuseppe (Joe) Parolini
TORONTO BLIZZARD HEAD COACH
Lorenzo Redwood
HEAD TECHNICAL COACH
Mark McKoy
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING TRAINER
Cristina Romanelli
TECHNICAL MANAGER
Alf De Blasis
COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT
Nikki Matarzzo
MENTAL TRAINING COACH
Upcoming Showcases
A quick view to some of the upcoming showcases. From there you will be able to get more information as needed to register.
Scholarship Information
The Toronto Blizzard Soccer Club’s Scholarship Program propels dedicated student-athletes towards success in both soccer and academics. Their targeted approach includes a 6-month training program, personal media pages for exposure, showcases at top schools, and guidance in recruitment. With a history of placing graduates in esteemed universities, the program stands as a premier choice for those seeking to advance their athletic and educational careers.
Spotlight: Blizzard graduate Isabella Brancati
As a young goalkeeper playing club soccer in Brampton, Isabella Brancati struggled with her confidence.
“I remember when I was younger I was literally shaking on the field, I was so nervous” the 18-year-old admitted.
Spotlight: Blizzard graduate Cyerra Hibbert
By the time she reached high school, Toronto Blizzard alumnus Cyerra Hibbert was laser focused on a path that would allow her to continue to play soccer when she was ready to graduate.
Joe Parolini Turns Over some Balls to On The Ball Report
Joe Parolini Turns Over some Balls to Peter Irvine, Host of On The Ball Report to bring with him back to Cebu, Philippines. Peter Irvine in turn hands over our On The Ball Soccer ball by Sunsport Soccer Ball
Phil Casella, Head Coach, Women’s Soccer, Wagner College, NY
One might think that American college soccer coaches devote just a few months of the year to their programs during the brief fall playing season, but nothing could be further from the truth. If you’re Phil Casella, head coach of the Women’s soccer program at Wagner College in New York, the off-season is just as important and almost as intensive as the playing season.
Q@A with Special Guest Goalkeeper Coach Max Colucci
Q@A with Special Guest Goalkeeper Coach Max Colucci
Interview “On The Ball” with Mark McKoy at the 360 Soccer Centre
Interview “On The Ball” with Mark McKoy, at the 360 Soccer Centre
Interview “On The Ball” with Christina Romanelli at the 360 Soccer Centre
Interview “On The Ball” with Christina Romanelli at the 360 Soccer Centre
Spotlight: Blizzard graduate Chiara Canini
Having dealt with plenty of adversity so far through her young playing career, Blizzard alumnus Chiara Canini reflected on the past year, her first season at Chicago State University, as a person mature beyond her years would.
Interview “On The Ball” with Joe Parolini at the 360 Soccer Centre
Interview “On The Ball” with Joe Parolini at the 360 Soccer Centre
Spotlight: Hailey Knapp
Hailey’s story On a Saturday afternoon in mid-December during a regular weekend training session with the Toronto Blizzard Academy, Hailey...
Testimonials
Michael Thornton
I have to admit that there are not many people who I have met in my life like Joe Parolini. He is a man of action and not just words. I was fortunate enough to meet Joe a few years ago after returning to Toronto from living abroad. I was in my last year of high school and had limited time to decide on what my future would be after graduating…
Reece Scott
I’ve been playing soccer since I was 13. I started off with North Mississauga and then I switched to Erin mills B. I’ve always wanted a soccer scholarship to the states but I never thought it was possible in fact, my parents and I thought it was unrealistic. At 16 I switched to the Toronto Blizzard…