Kevin Nelson (soccer)
Kevin Nelson (born March 2, 1979) is a former Trinidadian footballer who is currently a full-time coach for Parmar Sports Training.[1]
Playing career
Nelson started his career playing at the youth level with St. Clair Football School in Trinidad and Tobago. Until signing his first professional contract with San Juan Jabloteh where his consistent goal scoring abilities led him to be signed by Caracas FC in Venezuela.
Ottawa Wizards
Nelson was signed newly expansion franchise Ottawa Wizards for the 2001 CPSL season. He made his Wizards debut on June 9, 2001 in a 4-0 victory over the Brampton Hitmen and as well scored his first goal for the franchise.[2] He soon became an instant impact, forming a strong attacking partnership with Abraham Osman. Nelson finished off the season as the Wizards and CPSL leading scorer with 22 goals combined in all competitions. On October 14 at CPSL Awards Banquet he was awarded the CPSL Rookie of the Year Award, and the CPSL Golden Boot.[3]
During the 2002 CPSL season for the second year in a row he led his team in goals, scoring 18 goals in all competitions. Nelson also helped the Wizards win the Treble by winning the Eastern Conference title, the Rogers Cup, and the Open Canada Cup. In the Open Canada Cup final Nelson scored the winning goal in 1-0 victory over Toronto Croatia.[4] In the 2003 CPSL season Nelson helped the Wizards to an undefeated season and helped claim their second Eastern Conference title.
In 2004 it was announced that the CPSL revoked the Ottawa franchise, which led to Nelson signing with the Hamilton Thunder. With the Thunder Nelson finished second in scoring with 9 goals, and helped the franchise win the Western Conference, the club's first Conference title.
Retirement
In 2005 Nelson played with South Melbourne FC in Australia, and had a stint with San Juan before retiring and resettling back in Ottawa.