SANTOS FAMILY COACHING STAFF

Kyree Dos Santos

Head Coach/Technical Director

Kyree was born and raised in Kitimat B.C., he is the eldest sibling in the Dos Santos family household. He hails from a long line of football loving Portuguese immigrants who came to Canada in the 1970’s. He founded Santos Football Academy in the year 2021.

Kyree developed his love for the culture of football, while in close-mentorship with his father Jeremy Dos Santos & his Grandfather Antonio Dos Santos, both former professional footballers. Kyree eventually followed in their footsteps, making his professional debut in 2009 with Aalborg Bk in the Danish First Division (DMK). After his spell in Europe, he played in Vancouver Metro Soccer League (Premier) with Surrey United, Estrella de Chile, Campo Atletico FC and Sapperton Rovers where he won multiple titles during a fruitful 10 year period.

As a player, Kyree deputizes as a left winger with a unique arsenal comprised of elite dribbling, vision and passing range on the pitch. As a Football Trainer, his past experience in high level football and his unique skillset gives him the ability to deliver a top-tier player development curriculum. His highly detailed approach to coaching is pivotal to ensuring results within Santos Football Academy programs. He coaches our members with honesty, care, creativity and patience. It’s very important to him that we develop our members as athletes and as people equally. It’s a true passion of his, to help others grow their love for the culture of the “beautiful game”.

Khalil Dos Santos

Assistant Trainer/Guest Player Mentor

Khalil was born and raised in Kitimat B.C., he is the youngest sibling in the Dos Santos family household.

Khalil is a skillful and dynamic player/coach who played for the Coquitlam Metro Ford system during his time in Vancouver. Khalil then took his talent to Spain, joining Spain Football Academy. He then signed on with A.d. Pvo. Sevilla Este’s First Team where he played professional Spanish opposition, with good results. After returning from Europe, Khalil played with Kamloops United in The BCSPL and Pacific Coast Soccer League. His past experiences and elite football ability make him a valuable mentor for the members of our programs. He is passionate about football and he is still in the prime of his playing days. We are honoured to have him with us at Santos Football Academy.