Viteri’s connection to Livingston runs deep. He graduated from the school in 1985, played under Paul Swenson and still lives in the town. The report says he had planned to return to Glen Ridge for 2026, but Carr’s departure changed the picture.
“Eu cresci em Livingston e estudei na Livingston High School. Minha mulher e meus filhos também estudaram lá, e eu ainda moro na cidade”, Viteri said.
His Glen Ridge tenure gives the move considerable weight. He reportedly won three Group 1 state titles, 10 sectional championships and reached eight state finals. Glen Ridge’s first state crown arrived in his opening season, with later triumphs following in 2012 and 2013.
Livingston is not rebuilding from scratch. The report says the team produced the best season in program history, finishing 20-3-1 and beating Cherokee in a state final decided after a 1-1 draw and a 3-1 penalty shootout.
The run also included:
The challenge is replacing key production, with Dina Bojkovic reportedly departing for Rutgers after a standout campaign. Emily Fernandes, Daisy Cheng, Ayla Sherman and Olivia Hans remain important names for the new coach.
“Estou herdando um bom time”, Viteri said. “Com um novo treinador, vêm novos métodos e uma nova abordagem.”
That balance - respect for a championship group, alongside a fresh tactical voice - will define his first season.
Viteri inherits expectations rather than potential. Livingston will be measured against its title-winning standard, while Glen Ridge begins the search for a successor to one of New Jersey’s most decorated school coaches.