Olaoluwade “Ola” Ladapo

Olaoluwade “Ola” Ladapo joins Fort Wayne United as the **MLS NEXT Academy U17 & U19 Boys Head Coach**, bringing extensive collegiate, high school, and professional playing experience. Currently the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at Manchester University, Ladapo previously led Ben Davis High School to its first-ever Marion County Championship and an IHSAA sectional title. A former professional player in Jamaica’s National Premier League and All-HCAC midfielder at Manchester University, Ola brings a strong background in tactical development, player performance, and preparing young athletes for the collegiate and professional levels.