FC COPA

ACADEMY
A HISTORIC TRADITION OF DEVELOPING PLAYERS OF CHARACTER
HOME OF STATE, REGIONAL AND NATIONAL CHAMPION
Massimo Cedraschi
Director

Coach Massimo Cedraschi joins FC Copa with a wealth of experience and a proven track record of developing elite female soccer players across the State of New Jersey and beyond. Known for his ability to elevate both individuals and teams, Massimo has led multiple organizations to success at the state, regional, and national levels. Under his guidance, numerous players have gone on to compete at top NCAA Division I, II, and III programs, making him a trusted mentor in the college recruitment process year after year.
Originally from Como, Italy, Massimo brings a rich soccer heritage and decades of coaching experience that span youth, collegiate, and semi-professional levels. His international background informs his approach to the game, blending European tactical discipline with a deep understanding of player development in the American soccer landscape.
Cedraschi holds a UEFA B License—one of the highest coaching credentials in Europe—along with a United Soccer Coaches National Diploma and Director of Coaching Diploma. His resume includes influential leadership roles at prominent clubs such as PSA (Player Soccer Academy), International Girls Futbol Academy, and Wayne SC, where he played a key role in building high-level competitive programs.
Massimo has also coached at the semi-professional level, serving as head coach of the New Jersey Valkyries in the USL W-League and with PSA in the Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL), further cementing his reputation as a coach who can guide players through every stage of their soccer journey.
FC Copa is thrilled to welcome Coach Cedraschi to the staff, where his experience, passion for the game, and commitment to player development will be invaluable assets to the club’s mission and its players’ futures.



