Pro Soccer Player Commutes 4 Hours Daily for Love of Game

Angelo Kelly-Rosales maintains a rigorous schedule, commuting approximately four hours daily between Knoxville and Chattanooga for his professional soccer career with the Chattanooga Red Wolves SC. Arriving by 9:45 a.m. for practice, he returns to Knoxville by noon to coach youth players through his business, Playmaker Soccer Training. This commitment stems from his desire to preserve both his professional aspirations and his established life in Knoxville.

Kelly-Rosales established deep roots in Knoxville, where he developed a business and fostered relationships with players, parents, and fans. His decision to continue living in Knoxville while playing for Chattanooga was driven by these connections and family responsibilities, making the daily commute a reasonable compromise. His coaching philosophy extends beyond soccer, emphasizing resilience and finishing strong, mirroring his own journey.

Having previously played for One Knox SC, Kelly-Rosales is set to return to Covenant Health Park on October 7, 2026, facing his former team. Despite past considerations of pausing his business, he chose to continue it in Knoxville after signing with Chattanooga in May 2026. His strong local ties are so profound that some friends now help babysit his child, highlighting the sense of family he has cultivated.