BEHIND THE SHIFT
to see how far we can go, we must remember where we started -
The arrow grows backwards in order to mirror our analysis. We use historical context to validate modern metrics. We understand that today's tactical revolution is standing on the shoulders of giants who were barred from the pitch. We don't just track the game; we track its restoration.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
With an established career in Long-Term Athletic Development and Data Science, Isabella specializes in high-performance soccer, having worked with elite teams and athletes across the United States and South America. She integrates data analysis as a cornerstone of elite success and performance. Currently serving as a Head of Performance and Exercise Physiologist of the Paraguayan's WNT, passionate about holistic athlete development and empowering the next generation of sports science professionals.
2026 — Present
Women's Youth & National Teams Exercise Physiologist, APF - Paraguayan Soccer Federation
(Capacitação) Curso Gestão de Futebol Feminino, FPF
Tactical Analyst Specialist, Outlier FC
2025
Sports Data Analyst (Women's Soccer), University of Massachusetts
(MBA) Análise de Desempenho e Ciência de Dados Aplicados ao Futebol, Confederação Brasileira de Futebol (CBF)
Football Technical Director, Berkshire Soccer Academy
Technical Expert, Programa de Formação de Treinadoras - Federação Paulista de Futebol (FPF)
Performance Coach Intern, Athletic Lab | North Carolina Courage (NWSL)
2023 — 2025
Master's Degree - Exercise & Sports Studies, Smith College, Massachusetts
Assistant & Sports Performance Coach, Smith College, Massachusetts
2021 — 2023
(MBA) Exercise Physiology and Sports Training, Centro Universitário FMU, São Paulo
Strength & Conditioning Coach, GJ Sports Science
Head of Performance, Meninas Em Campo
2019 — 2020
Strength & Conditioning Coach, A10 Academy
Head of Coach Development, UK International Soccer
2013 — 2018
Bachelor's Degree — Exercise Science & Kinesiology, Hannibal La-Grange University, Missouri
Head Soccer & Performance Coach, Sporting Kansas City Academy (MLS Next)
