ACADEMY LEADERSHIP 

“We believe in building the beautiful game FOR ALL.”

ALEX KAO

Youth Academy Director
Bobcats Pro Team Head Coach

Alex's coaching philosophy is deeply influenced by his roots in France as well as his experience playing American soccer at D1 and pro levels. His coaching style is unique in combining the individual development skills learned in his youth with Paris FC and the strong tactical and physical play of American soccer. 

As Head Coach of the Bobcats and Director of the Youth Academy, Alex strives to bring a holistic and consistent philosophy and approach to play at all levels from U8 to the pros. Alex takes his role in developing players seriously. He believes in mentoring those he coaches and using the “beautiful game” to teach life lessons and grow individuals on and off the field.

Credentials

  • UEFA B License

  • Currently attending USSF A course 2024

  • Currently in the Master of Tactical Periodization by Vitor Frade

  • Retired Professional Player – MD Bobcats FC, Philadelphia Fury, PARIS FC (France -League 2)

  • Division 1 Soccer – University of Connecticut, Louisburg College

  • Matriculated through Paris FC Youth Academy Player Development Academy

ACADEMY COACHES

  • Idrissa Sesay

    U19 and U23 Coach

    Bio coming soon

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  • Abdou Thiam

    U19 and U23 Coach
    Bobcats Pro Team Player

    • Certification: US Soccer C License

    • Pro career: Maryland Bobcats FC (Present), Forward Madison FC, Louisville City FC

    • College: University of Connecticut

    • Youth: Institute of Diambars (Senegal)

    • Previous coaching experience: Louisville Academy, Regen and Capital East Soccer Club

    Contact Abdou

  • Manny Gonzalez

    U14 Coach
    Bobcats Pro Team Player

    • Certification: US Soccer B License

    • Pro career: Maryland Bobcats FC (Present), Oakland Roots, FC Tulsa, Miami FC, Fort Lauderdale Strikers

    • College: Florida Gulf Coast University

    • Youth: Weston FC

    • Previous coaching experience: Tulsa Soccer Club and Hollywood Wildcats

    Contact Manny

  • Drew Wivell

    U15 and U10 Coach
    Bobcats Pro Team Player

    Bio coming soon

    Contact Drew

  • Evan Luster

    U13 Coach

    Bio coming soon

    Contact Evan

  • Abdul Kooistra

    U8, U12, U19 and U23 Coach
    Bobcats Pro Team Player

    • Certification: US Soccer D License

    • Pro career: Maryland Bobcats FC (Present), Hawks FC (Gambia), Nacao Esports (Brazil)

    • College: University of Wisconsin and Northern Kentucky University

    • Youth: FC Wisconsin

    • Previous coaching experience: SC Wave, Wisconsin Rush

    Contact Abdul

  • Wilmer Escobar

    U15 and U10 Coach
    Bobcats Pro Team Player

    • Pro career: Maryland Bobcats FC (Present)

    • College: Montgomery College

    • Youth: DC United, Cerritos Soccer Academy, Sao Jose (Brazil), Audaz (El Salvador)

    Contact Wilmer

  • Bill Harris

    Bio coming soon

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