DUSC STAFF
Oumou Toure
Position: G2018 Head Coach, G2011 GA Assistant Coach, Program Coordinator – Recreation League
Bio
Birthplace
Bamako, Mali
Education
Concordia College NY, Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations
Coaching credentials
USSF D License
Coaching history
DUSC 11 years
Gotham Girls U8
Coaches Across America
City Soccer in Community
Coaching philosophy
I believe that the best way to learn the game is to play the game, and my role is to develop players to their highest potential. I want to provide a fun, safe and healthy environment where I can train, inspire, and guide a player. After all ,the best way for kids to learn is by having fun.
Awards/recognitions
All Region at Borough Manhattan Community College
Non-soccer passion/hobby
Going to music festivals, dancing, traveling and strength training
Favorite club
Real Madrid
Favorite book
A Song of Ice and Fire series by George R. R. Martin
Favorite movie
The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit by Peter Jackson
Favorite song
“Change” by Tupac and “Sun & Moon” by AB
A good coach is one who helps his players maximize or discover their potential. That is his principal function.
— Marcelo Bielsa, Argentina and Chile coach