Coach Omar Abukar

Omar Abukar, a highly respected coach and mentor based in Prince George's County, has dedicated his career to developing elite soccer players in the Washington DC metropolitan area and beyond. As Co-Founder and Director of Operations at Touch Kings Football Club (TKFC), Omar has played a pivotal role in fostering a pathway for top youth players to advance their careers from high school to college, national teams, and professional clubs worldwide.

A graduate of Bowie State University with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Psychology, Coach Abukar has a wealth of experience coaching at various levels. He has served as an assistant coach at nationally ranked Community College of Baltimore County Essex men's soccer team for six years and has also worked as a consultant/scout for Major League Soccer academies DC United, NY Red Bulls, and Columbus Crew. Additionally, Coach Omar holds USSF C-license, football systems dissertation course from the University of Guadalajara, and FA level 1 & 2 coaching certifications.

    • Touch King Football Club:

      • Director of Operations (2020-Present)

      • Head Coach of TKFC 2010 Elite (2020-Present)

      • Assistant Coach of TKFC 2007 Elite (2023-Present)

      • Assistant Coach of TKFC 2014 Elite (2021-Present)

      • Head Coach of TKFC Men's UPSL (2023-Present)

    • Essex Community College:

      • Assistant Soccer Coach (2018-2023)

      • NJCAA National Tournament Appearances (5)

      • NJCAA National Runner-up (2 times)

      • Region Champions (6 times)

      • Mid-Atlantic District Champions (2 times)

      • Maryland Juco Champions (5 times)

    • Soccerdome Academy:

      • Director (2016-2020)

    • Parkdale Varsity High School:

      • Head Coach (2011-2016)

      • Led the Panthers to three regional championship appearances and a state semifinal.

      • PG County Gazette Coach of the Year in 2013.

    • Calverton Eagles United MD Boys 00:

      • Head Coach (2011-2019)

      • Achieved numerous tournament victories and championships.

  • Coach Abukar has provided elite in-season, offseason, and developmental training to many athletes in the DMV area. His player-centric approach has helped transform local players into highly successful athletes who have represented MLS/MLS Next academies, top universities, MLS teams, and European clubs.

  • Donovan Pines (Barnsley), Moses Nyeman (Minnesota United), Kevin Paredes (Wolfsburg & US Men's National Team), Griffin Yow (KVC Westerlo), Jacob Greene (Columbus Crew II), Oniel Fisher (Seattle Sounders, DC United, LA Galaxy, Minnesota United & Jamaica National Team), Tulu (Memphis901FC).

  • Coach Omar’s passion for soccer and his unwavering dedication to player development have made a significant impact on the lives of countless athletes. His ability to inspire and guide players to achieve their full potential has earned him a reputation as one of the region's most respected coaches.