Nini Silverman is a Santa Clarita native who brings an elite playing background and a player-centered development philosophy to the LA Bulls Soccer Club. She grew up competing at the highest levels of youth, collegiate, and national soccer pathways.

A former collegiate player at the University of Southern California (USC), Nini competed at the NCAA Division I level and won a national championship, shaping her understanding of high-performance environments and long-term player development.

Additionally, Nini is a three-time ODP National Champion, served as co-captain of the Cal South ODP team, and earned the 2004 ODP National Championship Golden Boot. She also captured a US Youth Soccer National Championship earning another Golden Boot with SoCal United, and attended U.S. Youth National Team camps (U17 and U20). At Canyon High School, she helped lead her team to four consecutive Foothill League Championships and was named League Player of the Year. Nini was recognized nationally as an All-American SoccerBuzz Top 25 College Recruit. 

Nini joined the LA Bulls with the goal of developing confident, intelligent players who understand the game beyond technical ability. Her coaching philosophy emphasizes tactical awareness, decision-making, resilience, and accountability, while fostering a positive and competitive team culture. She is committed to creating environments where athletes are challenged, supported, held to high standards, and taught to compete with composure and grit. 

In addition to her soccer background, Nini is a licensed Occupational Therapist, giving her a unique perspective on athletic development, movement efficiency, injury awareness, and long- term physical and mental player health.

Coaching Philosophy — THE BULL MENTALITY

Train with intention.

Move with intelligence.

Compete with heart.

Excellence is built through discipline,

resilience, and respect for the game.

We push past comfort,

hold ourselves accountable,

and get the job done — TOGETHER!

 

Current Coaching Positions

• SCV Girls Coordinator
• LA Bulls – Head Coach

Former Coaching Experience

•  Canyon High School (Assistant Coach) 2011
•  AYSO (All-Star, Tournament, & Core Head Coach) 2019, 2023, 2024
•  GU12 LA Bulls Soccer Club 2026

Playing Experience

• University of Southern California (2005-2008)
  • NCAA Division I National Champion
  • All-Pac 10 Freshman Team
  • 3x All-Pac 10 Honorable Mention
• Cal South & Region IV ODP
  • 3x ODP National Champion (Cal South/Region IV)
  • 2004 ODP Golden Boot Winner
  • Co-captain Cal South ODP team
• US Youth Soccer Premier League — SoCal United
  • National Champion
  • 2004 Golden Boot Winner
• US Youth National Team Camps (U17 & U20)
• Canyon High School
  • 4x Varsity Foothill League Champion
  • League Player of the Year
  • 4x All-League First Team
  • All-American Top 25 College Recruit

Education

• University of Southern California
  • Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Communication
  • Minor in Business Law