Jessie Burgins is an accomplished soccer executive, coach, and community leader with over a decade of experience in player development, club operations, and strategic leadership. He joined West Ottawa Soccer Club in 2025 following six successful years as Executive Director of Suburban FC, where he led significant growth and guided the club to become the only organization in Atlantic Canada to earn the Canada Soccer National Youth Club License, a testament to his commitment to high standards and national alignment.

In addition to his club leadership, Jessie recently served as Second Assistant Coach with the Halifax Wanderers of the Canadian Premier League (CPL), as well as Head Coach of their U21 team, gaining valuable experience at the professional level prior to his move to WOSC.

Jessie holds a Canada Soccer National ‘A’ License and a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Kinetics from St. Francis Xavier University, where he also competed at the U SPORTS level. Known for his innovative programs and inclusive leadership style, Jessie brings a clear vision to WOSC, focused on raising standards, building strong partnerships, and creating meaningful opportunities for players and coaches across all levels.

Favourite Professional Team: Arsenal FC

Coach Licenses:
- UEFA B
- CSA National B
- CSA Youth License
- CSA Children’s License
- SFA Youth Development License

Felician Univeristy Athletic’s Hall of Fame Induction 2014
Canada Soccer Youth International U17 & U18
Trinidad & Tobago Men’s National Team - Player Pool 2003
Assistant Coach - Carleton University Men’s Soccer

Kwame holds a National B License, as well as a Youth Development Coaching License from the Scottish FA. Kwame played at the professional level in the Belgian, Portuguese, and Irish first divisions, as well as in Canada. He was a NCAA All America while at Felician College in 2000.

Based on his rich coaching experience in the community club, regional, and provincial environments and his track record of nurturing talents to the next level, Kwame is well suited for the task at hand.

Favourite Professional Team - Arsenal FC

Coaching with WOSC since 2014 and working in a full-time operations role since 2016. Initially started as the club's field coordinator before taking on the representative (competitive) program coordinator role. In 2019, took on the role of Operations Manager.

Currently holds a Canada Soccer National Youth License, and a Canada Soccer National B Part 1 License while coaching OPDL teams for WOSC.

Favourite Professional Team - AC Milan

Cathy Briggs has 20+ years of coaching experience including assistant coach positions with Carleton University and Algonquin College Women’s Soccer teams. She holds a Provincial B License along with a U.S. National “Youth” Coaching License. Along with her coaching credentials, she holds a Bachelor of Science Honours degree from Queens University and a Bachelor of Education degree from Dalhousie University. Cathy is a two-time Club National Champion who has had five appearances at the Club Nationals. She is a member of the National Training camp as well as the Ontario Provincial Team. Her playing experience also extends to the Queens University Varsity Soccer Team where she was the team captain, a national champion, on the All Canadian Team, and the MVP of the University National Tournament.

Favourite Professional Team - Manchester United FC

Mike Popiel has been a coach with the West Ottawa Soccer Club since 2014. He holds a National B License, an OSA B License and the NCCP Intro to Competition A & B certifications. Mike also has coaching experience as the club lead instructor for team training camps.

Mike has playing experience that includes playing for the WOSC Men’s Premier Team. He also played for various youth clubs in Montreal and won the title of MVP while playing for Carleton Place High School.

Favourite Professional Team - Manchester United FC

Qualifications: -National C License -Certified Mental Performance Consultant -MA, Sport Psychology Favourite Professional Team: Washington Spirit (NWSL) c.currie@wosc.com

Favourite Professional Team - Manchester United FC

Favourite Professional Team - Juventus FC

Over 10 years coaching soccer - Canada Soccer Children's Diploma

Favorite Professional Team - Manchester United