Cox Coaching School Expands International Soccer Exchange
Trinidadian goalkeepers continue training in Brazil while the academy prepares for reciprocal player visits in February.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Soccer
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The Cox Coaching School is currently facilitating an international football exchange that sees two Trinidadian goalkeepers training in Brazil. This follows a broader initiative that previously sent eight players to Brazil for two-month stints in 2025.
Why it matters
The programme aims to provide young Trinidadian footballers with essential opportunities to gain professional training and competitive experience in overseas environments.
Two goalkeepers are currently training in Brazil, following an earlier 2025 exchange where eight players completed a two-month program. Separately, player Sebastian James has recorded two victories while training at Escuela de Futbol Huesca in Spain.
The players
Cox Coaching School
This is a football academy based in Trinidad that focuses on youth athletic development and international player exchanges.
Real Brasil Academia de Futebol
This is a Brazilian football academy that partners with international institutions to host youth talent for training programs.
Tevez Holder
He is a Trinidadian goalkeeper currently developing his skills through an international training placement in Brazil.
Jahiem Thomas
He is a Trinidadian goalkeeper currently participating in a structured football exchange program based in Brazil.
Sebastian James
He is a football player associated with the academy currently training at an international facility in Spain.
The details
Tevez Holder and Jahiem Thomas are currently participating in twice-daily training sessions and matches while balancing their ongoing education. The programme will continue in February 2027 when two Brazilian players arrive in Trinidad to compete in the community league.
Timeline
Eight players spent two months training in Brazil in 2025.
Tevez Holder and Jahiem Thomas arrived in Brazil in October 2026.
Two Brazilian players are scheduled to arrive in Trinidad in February 2027.
Season Trajectory
This exchange initiative builds directly upon the 2025 international football exchange programme to expand international scouting links. It effectively extends the competitive calendar for academy athletes by creating a reciprocal pipeline between Trinidad and Brazil.
The upcoming February 2027 visit of two Brazilian players to Trinidad will integrate international talent directly into the local community league. For the academy, this provides a practical evaluation of the exchange program's success through head-to-head training comparisons.
The takeaway
International exchange programs serve as a vital bridge for athletes to experience diverse coaching styles and competitive environments. Players looking to advance their careers should prioritize programs that integrate both rigorous daily training and ongoing educational requirements.
What happens next
Two Brazilian players are scheduled to arrive in Trinidad in February 2027 to participate in the local community league and train with the CCS academy.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Trinidad Express Newspapers.
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