Massimo Ferrin has been a rising star in the Canadian game since signing for Vaughan Azzurri in 2015. The forward began his career at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, playing for the UAB Blazers during his studies. In 2018 he transferred schools to Syracuse University, where he completed college, being named in the All-ACC Men’s Soccer Academic Team. 

The 27-year-old worked closely with Scrosoppi’s new Director of Football Operations, Patrice Gheisar, while both were at Vaughan. In 2020 he experienced his first taste of professional soccer, spending two seasons at Loudon United in the USL Championship before returning to Vaughan for the 2022 season.

His best season for Scrosoppi’s well-known Ontario Premier League (formerly League1 Ontario) opponents came in this period, when Vaughan lifted the Premier Division title under Gheisar’s guidance, and Ferrin found the net 23 times in 15 appearances – subsequently being named the league’s Most Valuable Player. 

Thanks to these performances, he returned to the professional game and signed for Canadian Premier League outfit Halifax Wanderers for the 2023 season. He made his mark instantly in the CPL, finding the net eight times while registering three assists. Ferrin spent one more year at the club before moving to York United for the 2025 season. 

In all competitions the attacker scored six times in 30 appearances for York, now called Inter Toronto. He now brings his experience in the Canadian game to Scrosoppi, where he will be coaching the next generations of stars in Milton. 

First of all, Massimo, what are you most looking forward to about this new venture?

The opportunity to work with youth players and pass on the experience I’ve gained through my career as a player, and watching the boys develop and improve in their abilities throughout the year.

Which of your previous experiences will help you the most in this role?

My experience as a professional player allows me to relate to the boys, even at the youth level, and start to lay the foundations needed to give them the opportunity to play at the highest level achievable.

What are the first responsibilities and tasks that you will be tackling in your new role?

I will ensure to bring intensity and professionalism to training, while creating a fun and competitive atmosphere for the boys.

What are you looking for from your new players?

A willingness to learn, focus and enjoy themselves in every training session or game.

What impact do you envisage having on the team?

Having a unique perspective because of my experience playing at a high level for many years. Understanding what’s needed at this age, as well as in the future, to set these boys up for success.

Heading into 2026, then, what goals do you have for yourself and your team? 

By the end of the year, I want players to feel that they understand the game better and have improved their quality, both individually and as a team.