
Former TFC skipper Jim Brennan to serve as coach, vice-president of CPL’s York 9
TORONTO — Growing up, Jim Brennan began his soccer career on teams in his native Newmarket and Woodbridge in suburban Toronto.
Brennan had to leave home at 17 to pursue his soccer dream. His original destination was Glasgow Celtic but the manager got fired on the eve of his arrival, ending the Scottish powerhouse’s interest.
Brennan found himself headed to Bristol City instead, kicking off a distinguished pro career that also took the gritty fullback-midfielder to Nottingham Forest, Huddersfield Town, Norwich City, Southampton and finally Toronto FC.
Now 41, Brennan is looking to help young Canadians achieve their goal at home.