April 10, 2019, Victoria, BC –
Goalkeeper-turned-coach has joined Pacific Football Club
ahead of the inaugural Canadian Premier League (CPL) season. Røvde will
provide his expertise to Pacific FC shot-stoppers Mark Village and Nolan Wirth
throughout the season.
“We are fortunate to be working
with someone with the depth of background that Marius brings to Pacific FC,”
said Rob Friend, CEO, Pacific FC. “His experience as a player and coach puts
our goalkeepers in great hands.”
Norwegian-born Røvde, 47 played
goalkeeper at the highest level in Norway, Scotland and England. He retired
from play in 2007 and now holds a UEFA ‘A’ Goalkeeper Pro
License. Røvde worked for Trinidad and Tobago FF for three years in the
men and women’s program as director of goalkeepers and deputy technical
director.
He later spent eight years as head goalkeeper coach in the MLS
for Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Minnesota United FC. In that period, he also
served as the Canadian U20 and U17 goalkeeper coach.
“It’s
very exciting to be a part of this from the beginning and I’m honoured to
be asked from ownership and the coaching staff,” said Røvde. “Everyone is in it for the right reasons and
I’m very optimistic for where this team is going with all of our
talent.”
During his time in Canada, Røvde’s students
have included five current CPL goalkeepers and one CPL goalkeeper coach.
Pacific FC kicks off its inaugural season on
April 28 against the HFX Wanderers at Westhills Stadium. Kick-off is set
for 4:00 p.m. PST.
