Missouri Youth Soccer Welcomes Helen L. Nkwocha as Senior Technical Advisor and Girls ODP Lead
Missouri Youth Soccer Association (MYSA) is proud to announce the appointment of Helen L. Nkwocha as the new ODP Senior Technical Advisor and Girls ODP Lead. Nkwocha brings a wealth of international coaching experience and a strong background in player development to the Missouri ODP program.
“I am thrilled to have someone with Helen’s experience joining our ODP staff,” said MYSA Director of Coaching & Player Development, Chris McGill. “Her global perspective, coaching pedigree, and commitment to holistic player growth will make an immediate impact on our ODP girls program and help strengthen the technical foundation of our players across Missouri.”
Nkwocha joins MYSA following her role with Albany Rush, where she served as Premier Director. Prior to that, she coached in Iceland with Throttur Reykjavik, working with the Women’s Academy and Women’s Second Team. Nkwocha made history as the first female to manage a men’s team at the highest domestic level when she led TB Football Club in the Faroe Islands.
A UEFA A Licensed coach, Nkwocha has also held numerous positions within youth and professional academies in both the United Kingdom and the United States, focusing on technical development, player pathways, and leadership in coaching.
“I’m excited to be joining Missouri Youth Soccer and to work with the talented athletes in the ODP program,” said Nkwocha. “Player development and education have always been at the heart of what I do. I look forward to helping our players grow on the field and supporting their journeys toward collegiate and professional opportunities.”
Nkwocha’s appointment reinforces MYSA’s ongoing commitment to elevating the Olympic Development Program and ensuring Missouri’s youth have access to the highest quality coaching and development opportunities.
Welcome to the team, Coach Nkwocha!