Felipe Martins

Role

Head of Player Development & MLS NEXT Homegrown Head Coach (U-19, U-17 Suffolk County), The Island FC

Background

Former MLS midfielder with 12 years of professional experience, including time with the New York Red Bulls. Transitioned from playing to youth development.

Connections

Context

Hired May 2026 as one of The Island FC’s first major coaching appointments. His MLS and Red Bulls pedigree lends credibility to the club’s youth-to-pro pathway pitch. As head coach for the Suffolk County MLS NEXT Homegrown teams, he’s the face of The Island FC’s elite youth program on the ground.