Coaching Team
MFA Coaching Structure
George Mells
ACADEMY DIRECTOR - U12 Head Coach
Coaching Style
George’s professional career spans across multiple leagues and countries. He competed in Australia’s A-League with Adelaide United and Brisbane Roar, where he played a key role in Adelaide’s historic 2016 double-winning season, securing both the A-League Premiership and Championship. George’s experience and insight form the backbone of MFA’s philosophy. His career reflects a deep understanding of what it takes to nurture young talent, emphasizing a holistic approach to player development.
In Football, you get exactly what you deserve.
Paul Orgad
Head Coach - Under 10
Coaching Style
Paul has been coaching for over 20 years and has his B-Licence. Originally from Sydney, Paul has already immersed himself into Melbourne’s football scene as Assistant Coach for Oakleigh Cannons U23’s, and working with several development programs across the city. Prior to Melbourne Paul coached at a number of well known Clubs including Hakoah Sydney City, NWS Spirit and Northern Tigers. Predominantly a Senior coach of late, Paul’s history with developing young players extends way back to 2004, including mentoring a number of players who have gone on to play in the A-League and forge successful NPL careers. His focus is to help players develop their first touch, game awareness and ensure they show their personality on the pitch. It’s all about having fun, and learning about the game whilst you do.
Christos Cafcakis
Head Coach - Under 9
Coaching Style
Playing career: NPL South Australia with Adelaide City, Adelaide Olympic and White City debuting in seniors at the age of 16 playing as an attacking midfielder. Moved to Victoria and spent time with Clifton Hill and Melton Pheonix. Coaching experience: NPL juniors with West Adelaide and White City, with two players from the West Adelaide team going on to A-League careers. More recently coaching Greenvale united 18’s winning the league and state championship in 2024.
Harry Wang
Head Coach - Under 7 & 11
Coaching Style
Harry Wang completed his early football development in Dalian, China, and also played semi-professional football in France. With an unwavering passion and dedication to coaching, Harry devoted himself fully to the development of elite youth players after his retirement. Over the past five years, he has coached at NPL clubs such as Bulleen Lions, Manningham, and Ringwood City, gaining extensive experience in working with both boys and girls across different age groups. As a coach, he has led teams to top honors including the Junior Girls NPL Championship and the Maccas City Cup Championship.
Ibrahim Irgat
Head Coach - Under 8
Coaching Style
The youngest member of our coaching team, Ibrahim’s recent playing career lead him to opportunities in Europe, where he has valuable insight on player development and has now decided to give back and pass on his knowledge of the game to our youngest members of the academy. Ibrahim has shown already his commitment to his team and the levels he will go to to ensure the MFA standards are being upheld.
James Ritchie
Head Coach - Under 11
Coaching Style
The newest member to our team, Jim joins us from East Altona where he has extensive experience coaching girls and boys teams. Jim has made an immediate impact at MFA, coaching two age groups and his style of coaching has had massive impact on those teams. Jim is a very organised coach, who provides clear communication to his players, often resulting in positive outcomes.