Bio

John Manga was named Interim Head Coach of Georgetown Men's Soccer on July 18, 2024. Manga came to Georgetown as an assistant in 2021 after a decorated playing career. Born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Manga came to the United States as a youth and settled in Lexington, KY. He was a standout at Henry Clay High School, winning a state title in 2010 and being named Mr. Kentucky Soccer and All-American in 2011. 

His talents took him to the University of Cincinnati where was a 2-time 1st Team All-Conference player and 2016 unanimous Offensive Player of the Year. He was drafted by the Colorado Rapids in the 2016 Major League Soccer Draft and played for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds of the USL in 2017.

After retiring due to injuries, Manga coached at Seacoast United from 2017 until coming to Georgetown.

On October 9th, 2024, Manga was elevated to permanent Head Coach.