Omar Ismail

Coach Omar grew up playing locally for Reston, Arlington, DC United Academy and DCU U23s. He has a passion for developing and mentoring intelligent, creative and technically proficient players.

Prior Experience:

• Associate Boys ECNL Academy Director at Arlington Soccer Association 2021-2026
• ECNL Mid-Atlantic Conference Champions 2007 boys - U19 (2024–2025)
• Mid-Atlantic Cup Champions 2007 boys - U17-U19 (2023–2025)
• ECNL National Playoffs Round of 16 - U16-U19 (2023–2025)
• 40+ players placed into collegiate programs (2024–2026)
• United Soccer Coaches 30-Under-30 Class of 2020-21
• Travel Director of Sterling Soccer Club from 2017-2021 - Lead the homegrown Sterling 2007 and 2010 Orange teams to a State Cup Runners Up and Championship
• Observed coaches at professional clubs AFC Ajax, FC Utrecht, Telstar FC, Hellerup IK, ENPPI, Benfica FC, DC United, Charlotte FC, Rayo Vallecano, Brisbane Roar FC, Moreton Bay United FC

In his free time Omar enjoys music, building models, watching cartoons and spending time with his family.