Keiser University Athletics

Begliardi’s Bio

• Joined Keiser in 2025 for his first season as an assistant coach with the Seahawks

• Working toward his USSF D License

• Played NCAA Division I soccer at Merrimack College and UMass Amherst

• Three-time All-Conference, two-time All-Region, and four-time Player of the Week honoree

• Helped lead teams to two NCAA Tournament appearances (2017, 2020)

• Won the NE10 Championship in 2017, NE10 Runner-Up in 2018, and NEC Regular Season title in 2019

• Scored 34 goals and added 10 assists across 58 collegiate matches

• Led his team in scoring for three consecutive seasons

• Tallied 15 goals over two seasons competing in USL2 and NPSL with FA Euro New York and Naples United FC

• Played professionally in Finland (Käpyllän Pallo – 2nd Tier), Greece (PAO Vardas – 3rd Tier), and Sweden (IFK Luleå – 3rd Tier) before returning to the U.S.

Pre-Keiser

Prior to joining Keiser, Begliardi enjoyed a professional playing career across Europe and the United States, with stops in Finland, Greece, Sweden, and USL2/NPSL competition.

Playing Career

At Merrimack College and UMass Amherst, Begliardi appeared in 58 matches, registering 34 goals and 10 assists. He was a three-time team-leading scorer and played in two NCAA Tournaments.

Personal

Originally from Ravenna, Italy, Begliardi now resides in Florida as he begins his collegiate coaching career.