 In 2008–09 season Berardino was signed by Abruzzo club Santegidiese for 2008–09 Serie D. (Italian fifth level until 2014) He moved further North for Marche club Real Montecchio in 2009–10 Serie D, however in November 2009 Berardino returned to Sant'Egidio alla Vibrata.In 2010 Berardino was signed by Lega Pro Seconda Divisione club Chieti.The club entered 2012 promotion playoffs, losing to Paganese.