
Roger Silva | Prep Redzone Scout
Coach Roger Silva is a distinguished football coach and educator with over 22 years of experience, currently serving as the Regional Lead Scout for Prep Redzone New England. His multifaceted career blends extensive coaching experience, law enforcement expertise, and a deep commitment to nurturing young talent in football. A former Middle School Football Coach, Coach Silva has a long-standing dedication to youth athletics. His impact on the sport extends beyond coaching as he has played pivotal roles in various organizations, including serving as the **Vice President of Old Colony Youth Football** and as the **President of the Silver Lake Youth Football Program** for 12 years. His commitment to promoting young athletes is exemplified by his founding of **Northeast Gridiron Promotions**, a company that utilized social media to elevate the profiles of football prospects across the Northeast region. Coach Silva's career in law enforcement spans 28 years, including his role as a **High School Resource Police Officer**, during which he contributed as an assistant high school varsity football coach and Strength and Conditioning Football Coach. This unique blend of coaching and law enforcement experience has equipped him with invaluable mentorship, discipline, and community engagement skills. Coach Silva has navigated the recruiting process firsthand as a parent, experiencing it twice with his sons. His oldest son, **Marquisse Silva**, earned a full Division 1 scholarship to the University of Maine, playing from 1999 to 2001 while majoring in kinesiology and physical education. A versatile athlete, Marquisse started as a true freshman at running back, wide receiver, and on kickoff returns, earning recognition as a key player. He is the offensive coordinator at St. Mark's School in Massachusetts. **Michael Silva**, Coach Silva’s youngest son, graduated from **Milton Academy** in 2017 and was subsequently recruited by Harvard University's football team. He graduated in 2021 and played as a defensive back for the Crimson Tide, participating in notable games, including a historic matchup against Yale at Fenway Park. With a wealth of experience and a vast network of contacts, Coach Silva collaborates with NCAA coaches to promote rising high school football prospects throughout New England. Since joining Prep Redzone in August 2022, he has overseen a dedicated team of scouts and played a crucial role in identifying and evaluating local talent. In line with his vision for growth and opportunity in New England football, Coach Silva also owns the upcoming **Scouting New England**, set to launch in January 2025. This premier data collection service will connect college football programs with top high school talent across the region, offering reliable, verified data and detailed insights on student-athletes in grades 9 through 12. Coach Silva is actively enrolled in certification courses at **The Scouting Academy**to further enhance his skills and expertise, gaining insights into advanced scouting techniques and data analysis in football recruitment. Coach Roger Silva’s dedication to youth development, extensive coaching experience, and knowledge of the recruiting landscape positions him as a pivotal figure in advancing New England's high school football talent. His ongoing commitment to fostering athletic excellence inspires and elevates the next generation of athletes.
Coach Roger Silva is a distinguished football coach and educator with over 22 years of experience, currently serving as the Regional Lead Scout for Prep Redzone New England. His multifaceted career blends extensive coaching experience, law enforcement expertise, and a deep commitment to nurturing young talent in football. A former Middle School Football Coach, Coach Silva has a long-standing dedication to youth athletics. His impact on the sport extends beyond coaching as he has played pivotal roles in various organizations, including serving as the **Vice President of Old Colony Youth Football** and as the **President of the Silver Lake Youth Football Program** for 12 years. His commitment to promoting young athletes is exemplified by his founding of **Northeast Gridiron Promotions**, a company that utilized social media to elevate the profiles of football prospects across the Northeast region. Coach Silva's career in law enforcement spans 28 years, including his role as a **High School Resource Police Officer**, during which he contributed as an assistant high school varsity football coach and Strength and Conditioning Football Coach. This unique blend of coaching and law enforcement experience has equipped him with invaluable mentorship, discipline, and community engagement skills. Coach Silva has navigated the recruiting process firsthand as a parent, experiencing it twice with his sons. His oldest son, **Marquisse Silva**, earned a full Division 1 scholarship to the University of Maine, playing from 1999 to 2001 while majoring in kinesiology and physical education. A versatile athlete, Marquisse started as a true freshman at running back, wide receiver, and on kickoff returns, earning recognition as a key player. He is the offensive coordinator at St. Mark's School in Massachusetts. **Michael Silva**, Coach Silva’s youngest son, graduated from **Milton Academy** in 2017 and was subsequently recruited by Harvard University's football team. He graduated in 2021 and played as a defensive back for the Crimson Tide, participating in notable games, including a historic matchup against Yale at Fenway Park. With a wealth of experience and a vast network of contacts, Coach Silva collaborates with NCAA coaches to promote rising high school football prospects throughout New England. Since joining Prep Redzone in August 2022, he has overseen a dedicated team of scouts and played a crucial role in identifying and evaluating local talent. In line with his vision for growth and opportunity in New England football, Coach Silva also owns the upcoming **Scouting New England**, set to launch in January 2025. This premier data collection service will connect college football programs with top high school talent across the region, offering reliable, verified data and detailed insights on student-athletes in grades 9 through 12. Coach Silva is actively enrolled in certification courses at **The Scouting Academy**to further enhance his skills and expertise, gaining insights into advanced scouting techniques and data analysis in football recruitment. Coach Roger Silva’s dedication to youth development, extensive coaching experience, and knowledge of the recruiting landscape positions him as a pivotal figure in advancing New England's high school football talent. His ongoing commitment to fostering athletic excellence inspires and elevates the next generation of athletes.