MEET THE COACHES

MEET THE COACHES

BAC Technical Director

Dave Kerr   dkerr@burkeacsports.com

BAC Rangers Blue 2011B/u14

BAC Rangers Express 2008B/u17

UEFA and USSF Licenced Coach with 25+ years of experience. Ex semi-pro player in Northern Ireland. Been coaching in the USA for over 20 years.

BAC GIRLS PROGRAM COACHES

Rachel Fleming rachelflemingbac@gmail.com

Thorns 2016G/u9 

Hi, my name is Rachel Fleming. From a young age I developed a deep love for the game. That passion naturally evolved into a desire to coach, and since 2018, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to guide and mentor young athletes. As a former player, I understand the challenges and triumphs that come with the sport, and I bring that experience to my coaching. My goal is to help my players not only improve their technical abilities and strategic understanding but also grow as individuals. Seeing them succeed on and off the field is the most rewarding part of my job. I am constantly learning and adapting, attending workshops and obtaining certifications to stay updated with the latest coaching techniques.

Melanie Woelfel   bacsoccer.melaniewoelfel@gmail.com

Thunder 2015G/u10

Coach Melanie played soccer starting at the age of 4, played travel soccer from age 10 through high school, was a Varsity Athlete, played Division II College Soccer at Shepherd University. Coaching for 14 years, 9 years as a JV and Varsity high school coach at Centreville High School, 4 years of recreation/all-star/rising travel with SYA, and now 1 year at Burke Athletic Club. As an experienced and dedicated soccer coach I am looking to help players learn, develop, and unlock their potential to maximize their own performance. Build relationships within the
community, teach life lessons to the youth, and create an enjoyable experience.

Alan Borhauer   alan.borhauer@gmail.com

Guardians 2011G/u11

Coach Alan is a USSF C License holder who has been coaching at BAC since 2010 in many capacities. Recently, he ended 7 years at West Springfield High School with the last 3 as the Varsity Girls Head Coach. He graduated from George Mason with a B.S. in Kinesiology in 2018 and is currently working on his Master’s Degree in Game Analytics and Coaching from the Global Institute for Sport in the UK. He's played since he was 4 and traveled to 3 different World Cups.

Osmin Martinez   coachosmin@gmail.com

Crush 2011G/u14

Coach Osmin Martinez is a USSF C licensed professional soccer coach with over 12 years of experience. He is well-prepared to nurture talent, foster a competitive spirit and help players develop to their full potential while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding learning experience.

Todd Millan   inb.millan@gmail.com

Orcas Blue 2012G/u13

Alliance 2010G/u15

Coach Millan is an experienced youth soccer coach who aims to provide a fun, competitive, and positive learning environment that fosters individual and team development. He provides a training atmosphere that is inclusive, builds confidence for all players, and encourages decision making. Coach Millan has 5 years of coaching experience at the travel youth level and currently holds a US Soccer National D license.

Khanh Ho   silverlightningcoach@gmail.com

Silver Lightning 2009G/u16

I grew up playing this great game of soccer and enjoyed every minute I was out on the pitch. I want my players to feel this joy as much as I did. While playing the game at a high level is something I coach and demand out of my players, I put much more emphasis on creating an environment where the girls can have fun and be excited about coming to practices, games or any team activities.

Kapua Hatch   kapua.hatch@gmail.com

Badgers 2008G/u17

Coach Kapua has over 10 years coaching experience and is entering her 7th year at BAC. She has had success coaching across many different ages (U9 - U18), levels and genders. Coach Kapua has a US Soccer C License.

Rafat Majdalawieh   majdalawieh@yahoo.com

Blast 2008G/u18-19

Rafat Majdalawieh will be returning to coaching to lead the team. A lifelong player and enthusiast (go Manchester United and Real Madrid!), he is the father of twin daughters who play with BAC and Woodson High School. Founding Blast Coach Roger Friedman will provide his guidance and input. Rafat is looking forward to coaching a great set of players and building on Coach Roger’s contributions to the team.

BAC BOYS PROGRAM COACHES

Kyle McGaha   k_mcgaha@msn.com

Fire (Blue, Red, White) 2016B/u9

2013-2016: Assistant Girls’ Varsity Soccer coach for Wyoming East High School (West Virginia)
2015-2016: Big Bear Youth Soccer rec coach for U8
2016-2017: Big Bear Youth Soccer rec coach for U10
2016-2018: Girls’ Varsity Soccer head coach for Wyoming East High School (West Virginia)
2016-2018: Wyoming East Middle School Soccer head coach (West Virginia)
2018-2023: U19 (G) CCL2 Assistant Coach for McLean
2018-2021: U19 (B) CCL2 Assistant Coach for McLean
2021-2023: U13(B) Rec Head Coach for McLean

Miguel Alarcon   miguel@impel.life

Inter 2015B/u10

Miguel’s passion to help and guide youth comes from his extensive background in sports. He sees sports as a learning opportunity not only to push oneself but to develop healthy life habits.

Peter Bardo   peteranthonybardo@gmail.com

Galaxy Blue & White 2014B/u11

Coach Bardo is a USSF C Licensed Coach with 8 years coaching experience. Coach Bardo is entering his third season with Burke Athletic Club/BAC 2014B head coach. Coach Bardo's focus is on improving players technical abilities as well as game knowledge and understanding to empower players to make decisions based on technical/tactical scenarios created in training sessions and their experiences in league/tournament play.

Alexei Ortiz   alexeifortiz@gmail.com

Celtic Blue & White 2013B/u12

My name is Alexei Ortiz and I am the current coach of the U12 travel program at BAC (two teams: Celtic Blue and Celtic White). I was born and raised in Northern Virginia, and I have played soccer my entire life, with my highest level being semi-professional. I have privately trained clients ranging from three years old to adults, which led me into coaching on the recreational side at BAC before becoming a travel coach in winter of 2023. Since taking the helm for both teams, they have won over 6 championships in such a quick span. I have since obtained all of my grassroots licenses and am in the process of obtaining my Virginia Youth Soccer D license. I am certified in first aid and CPR as well. Since joining BAC, I have learned that I have a deep passion for coaching, and I look forward to continuing this journey.

Brian Lopez brian.jlopez@yahoo.com

Fire (Blue, Red, White) 2016B/u9

Boca 2012B/u13

Coach Brian is USSF National D Licensed coach and has over 8 years of coaching experience. He is a player, coach, and student of the beautiful game!

Ed Apgar   apgarme@cox.net

Rangers White 2011B/u14

Coach Ed Apgar has 11 years of experience as a youth head coach at Burke Athletic Club (BAC), 10 years as a junior varsity and varsity assistant at Robinson Secondary School, and 1 year as a graduate assistant at the United States Military Academy. Ed holds a United State Soccer Federation (USSF) C License and a United Soccer Coaches (USC) Premier Certificate.

Lief Graham lief@thegrahamspace.com

Lions 2009B/u16

"Meet players where they are, then propel them forward."

Coach Lief Graham is a USSF Licensed Coach with over six years of experience coaching travel soccer at the U13+ age groups. He is also the current Varsity Men's Coach at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.

Coach Lief prioritizes developing technical skills while emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship. He believes in a possession-based playing style that focuses on controlling the game and creating scoring opportunities.

George Park   george.park11@gmail.com

United Academy 2007B/u18

Coach George has been working with the BAC 07B program for the past 6 years, serving as the head coach for the United Academy and assistant coach for the United Academy NL team. He is a devout student of the game and is passionate about helping his players achieve excellence.

Larry Park   larrykpark@gmail.com

United Academy 2010B/u15

United NL 2007B/u18

Coach Larry is C Licensed and loves coaching young people to help them become the best version of themselves.

 

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