Michal Walesiak | Technical Director | Performance Head Coach

Michal Walesiak is the Director of Football and Head Coach of the First Team at Olé FA.

Michal continues as Head Coach of the First Team while stepping into the role of Technical Director of Olè Academy.

With a clear vision and strong leadership, Michal has brought together a group of talented and experienced coaches, opening a new chapter for Olè Academy and strengthening the connection between the academy and the first team.

Stuart Jacobs | Transition Phase Lead | Performance Head Coach

Stu needs no introduction in our environment. His experience, passion, and genuine care for people make a huge impact across everything we do — on and off the pitch.

For 2026, Stu will:
-Lead Coach Development across the academy,
-Take charge as Transition Phase Lead,
-Be Head Coach of our Capital Premier League team, ensuring players are fully prepared to step into senior football.
-Be closely involved in the Performance Team, working alongside Michal and the wider staff.

James Sutcliffe | Academy Head Coach | Performance Assistant Coach

After joining us in the 2025 National League season, Sutty steps into 2026 as Academy U17s Head Coach and First Team Assistant Coach.

A former player.
Relentless standards.
Professional mentality.

This appointment strengthens our environment and raises the bar across the academy and performance teams.

Quillian Robert | Goalkeeper Coach

Beyond his role with the first team, Q will play a significant role in developing our academy goalkeepers, sharing his experience, standards, and knowledge with the next generation.

George Green | Junior Coach

Greeny made his debut in the National League and Central League last year, bringing passion, a strong work ethic, and a real willingness to develop. As a young and highly motivated person, we see huge potential in him and are excited to support his growth over the coming year.

George will work closely with Danil and the D13s group, supporting our junior age groups, helping to install OLÈ habits, standards, and identity across the programme.

We’re excited to see the impact he’ll have within the academy environment this year.

Kyle Carr | Junior Coach

Kyle previously played with Academia Quintana, where he won the Puerto Rico Championship, bringing winning experience and strong football knowledge to our environment.

We can’t wait to see Kyle sharing his knowledge with the youngest players in our academy, and connecting with our first-team players and coaching staff.

Thomas Kiefer | Pre-Academy Lead

Tom will lead our Pre-Academy programme, supporting the development of our 7–9 year old young players. His modern approach and experience will bring massive value to our learning environment.

Tom holds coaching qualifications from TOVO as well as New Zealand coaching certifications. He is also the founder of FSkills Football School, an innovative platform and app providing structured player development.

Tom has previously coached at Petone and Stop Out, bringing valuable experience from the local football community.

We look forward to seeing the positive impact Tom will make on our youngest players!

Victoria Lemelin-Morin, CAT(C) SFR | Athletic Trainer

Victoria Lemelin Morin will continue with us for another year as our Athletic Therapist.

Victoria is a true diamond in the Ole building. Her knowledge, care, and passion for what she does give us total confidence that our players and staff are supported daily, healthy, and ready to perform at their best.

Jake Berney | Head of Strength & Conditioning

Jake brings experience from working in football with Upper Hutt teams, alongside his background as a personal trainer. We were looking for someone who truly understands the demands of football and can add an important new layer to our player development programs — and Jake fits that perfectly.

Jake will be responsible for delivering the academy strength and conditioning program, supporting our players to develop physically in a way that matches the modern game.

Super excited to have this young, positive, and driven person in the building