Coach Mario brings both international training and high-level playing experience to Vancouver Euro Soccer Academy. His development includes time at one of Croatia’s top academies, Hajduk Split, as well as training stints in England.

Domestically, he played for Burnaby Selects and Mountain United, earning call-ups to both Team BC and the Vancouver Whitecaps U23 program. He now competes at the highest university level in Canada as a scholarship athlete.

As a coach, Mario combines technical insight with firsthand competitive experience. He’s committed to helping young players build the skills, habits, and confidence needed to reach their next level