STAFF BIO:

Scott Thomsen has been a key member of the Richmond Kickers Youth—now Richmond United—since 2018, transitioning to a full-time role in 2021. Since then, he has taken on several leadership positions within the club, including ADP Director (2022), Camps Director (2023), and U9-U12 Girls Director (2024), playing a vital role in shaping the club’s foundational and youth development programs.

Scott’s coaching experience spans across multiple age groups, including ADP, U9-U12 boys and girls teams, and work within the Richmond United pathway as an assistant coach. His focus on technical development and long-term player growth has made a strong impact across the club’s younger age groups.

He holds a USSF B License and brings a high-level playing background into his coaching. Scott competed with U.S. Youth National Teams from U14-U17 as a left back and developed through top academy systems including PDA and the New York Red Bulls Academy. He went on to play at the University of Virginia, where he was part of the 2013 Final Four team and the 2014 National Championship team.

Scott continued his career professionally for five years with the New York Red Bulls, Orlando City B, and the Richmond Kickers. Originally from Brick, New Jersey, he combines his elite playing experience with a passion for developing the next generation of players.

One of Scott’s favorite soccer memories was training with the Argentina Men’s National Team during his time with the New York Red Bulls Academy, sharing the field with players such as Lionel Messi, Ángel Di María, Javier Zanetti, and Javier Mascherano.