Hassan Pinto


Hassan Rashid Smalls Pinto is an American professional soccer player who plays as a defender.

Club career

Born in Durham, North Carolina, Pinto began his career with North Carolina Fusion youth academy. He then enrolled at Elon University where he played for the Elon Phoenix from 2016 through 2018. He then transferred to Duke University where he played for the Duke [Blue Devils men's soccer|Duke Blue Devils] in 2019.
On August 6, 2020, after leaving Duke, Pinto signed his first professional contract when he joined USL [League One] side Richmond Kickers. He made his professional debut for the club on October 7, 2020, against Orlando City B. Pinto came on as a 72nd-minute substitute as Richmond Kickers won 2–1.
On April 9, 2021, Pinto joined USL Championship side Loudoun United ahead of the 2021 season.

Personal life

Pinto's younger siblings, Brianna and Malik, are also soccer players.