About William

Born in Cascavel, Brazil on March 1, 1985, William Vanzela discovered the goalkeeping position at a very young age—he started playing futsal at age 4 and by age 7 was already in a travel team and playing as a goalkeeper. Baltimore Magazine+2Aviata Sports - Goalkeeping Specialists+2 Over his formative years in Brazil, the sport was more than just a game—it was practically a religion—and he embraced the demanding role of goalkeeper with purpose. Baltimore Magazine. By his teens, William had joined the youth ranks of a major Brazilian club, Paraná Clube, and later moved to Italy, where his dual Brazilian-Italian citizenship opened doors for him to compete in the 7-v-7 WorldClub formats. Aviata Sports - Goalkeeping Specialists+1. His professional indoor soccer career in the U.S. took off in 2012 when he signed with the Baltimore Blast of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL). Wikipedia+1 Over more than a decade he became one of the league’s top goalkeepers, racking up 100+ wins and multiple championships. PressBox

 

From Player to Mentor: Born to Fly GK

Recognizing that his journey taught him far more than just saves and clean sheets, William founded the academy Born to Fly Goalkeeper Academy. The academy focuses on players of all ages and skill levels, emphasizing technical mastery, tactical awareness, mental resilience and physical preparation. Pipeline Soccer Club+2Facebook+2. His camps and clinics are well documented — for example, the academy’s partnership with Pipeline Soccer Club in Baltimore for the 2025-26 season shows the commitment to “structured curriculum and personalized coaching” across age groups. Pipeline Soccer Club. William often says that he doesn't teach goalkeeping — he shares what he knows, drawing from his own professional journey. PressBox

 

Why “Born to Fly”?

The name captures William’s perspective: goalkeeping is about rising above, launching forward, staying alert, and reacting under pressure. His own career—from the futsal floors of Brazil to international indoor arenas—has been about that upward motion. Through his academy, he wants every keeper to embrace a growth mindset, to be prepared for challenges, and to love the process as much as the whistle at full-time.

 

What You’ll Get

• Personalized small-group training sessions that balance fun with intense instruction

• A focus not just on saving shots, but reading the game, commanding your box, and building confidence under pressure

• Camps and clinics where goalkeepers feel part of a community and learn from someone who has been on the pitch, in the net, and in front of crowds