STAFF BIO:

Mike Burke serves as the ECNL Girls Director for Richmond United, bringing 25 years of experience within the Richmond Kickers Youth organization and a decorated background as both a player and coach. Since joining the club in 2000, Mike has played a significant role in shaping the competitive pathway and culture of excellence within Richmond United.

As a player, Mike enjoyed an outstanding professional career, competing for clubs including the Jacksonville Cyclones, Charleston Battery, D.C. United, and most notably the Richmond Kickers from 2000-2012. During his time with the Kickers, he became one of the most accomplished players in club history—earning Supporter’s Choice MVP honors five consecutive times (2005–2009), being named USL-2 Most Valuable Player in 2007, and earning All-League First Team honors from 2006–2009. He was also named MVP of the 2006 USL-2 Championship game and helped lead the Kickers to two USL-2 Championships (2006, 2008), while appearing in five championship matches overall. Michael remains the club’s all-time assist leader and ranks second in all-time appearances with 275 matches played.

In his current role, Mike oversees the ECNL Girls program, focusing on player development, competitive performance, and supporting coaches across all age groups. He holds a USSF B License and continues to bring his high-level playing experience and leadership into the development of the next generation of players.

Mike attended Loyola College in Maryland and is originally from Jacksonville, Florida.