The Academy Class of 2003 were all members who joined the Academy when they were current college goalkeepers. They were all highly successful goalkeepers, as well as individuals. The three men all played professionally for many years and made appearances for their country's National Team. Erin earned the most success in college, earning All-American honors. She chose a different route after college, becoming a doctor and also joining the U.S. Army where she retired a Major. All the members earned their college diplomas, despite the temptation to leave early for a professional career. They all have had great success in life and in coaching after their playing careers ended.
Class of 2003 Academic Award Winner:
Erin Johnson
Class of 2003 Academic Award Runner Up:
Nigel Burgess, John O' Hara
Erin Johnson
Class of 2003 Academic Award Runner Up:
Nigel Burgess, John O' Hara
Nigel Burgess
Undergraduate:
Morris Brown College
Howard University
Graduate:
Howard University
Nigel joined the Academy in the late 2000s. He is a noteworthy man of many accomplishments. He had an amazing athletic career, earned a stellar education, a valuable community career, and a beautiful family. Nigel grew up in the Hamilton Parish Academy program where he rose to soccer prominence. He earned numerous international appearances with the Bermuda Youth National Team. He turned down an early professional career to play and study at Howard University. Nigel helped lead the Bison to the NCAA Tournament as a four year starter. He earned numerous Conference Player of the Week Awards in his time at Howard. Nigel eventually earned a Master's in Engineering as an honor student. After university, Nigel went on to play professionally for the Bermuda Hogges in the United States United Soccer League and Hamilton Parish in the Bermuda Premier League. Nigel was named Bermuda Goalkeeper of the Year in his time at Hamilton Parish. Nigel went on to become the club's Secretary, a role his father once held. Nigel showed his tremendous athletic ability in that he earned a place on the Bermuda Rugby National team and played in international matches. Nigel has an equally impressive career as an engineer in Bermuda. After earning his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering from Howard, he immediately earned his Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Aside from his time on the soccer team, his time at Howard was spent with the Bermuda Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, IEEE, Power Club, and the NSBE. Nigel also interned with The Center for Energy Systems and Control in Washington, DC. The Center for Energy Systems and Control (CESaC) is an interdisciplinary Research and Education Center at Howard University that is aimed at pioneering research in electric energy systems and control, power, environment, economics and energy markets for terrestrial, space, and off-shore energy systems. After his time at Howard and in Washington, DC, Nigel earned a position with the Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited as a Junior Engineer. He then moved to a position with PureNergy Ltd. as a Design Engineer as a lead designer of PV and solar thermal systems. After more than four and a half years there, Nigel moved iEPC as a Junior Electrical Engineer and a full Electrical Engineer. He worked providing R&D and engineering support to the Ascendant Group. He specialized in power systems and renewable energy systems. He was North American Board of Certified Energy Practioners (NABCEP) Certified PV Installer. After three years at the Ascendant Group, Nigel earned a huge position with the Bermuda Regulatory Board. He started as the title Senior Manager Electricity Analysis and Planning. He held high level responsibility for a lateral and strategic approach to analyzing the electricity sector. He helped to formulate strategy and policy for the regulation of the sector. Nigel detailed technical support to specific regulatory actions and determinations. He supported the Authority with its review of the utility's IRP. He prepared reports providing expert advice to the CTO on local and international industry developments and how these may impact the operational readiness of the organization. In 2020, Nigel earned the great honor of the position of Interim Head of Regulation. He was responsible for the management of the Regulation Department (Financial Regulation and Technical units). Also, responsible for ensuring effective regulation is developed and executed to fulfill the RA’s legislative mandate, as outlined in the Regulatory Authority Act 2011, the Electronic Communications Act 2011, Electricity Act 2016, the RA’s work plan and the RA’s Strategic plan. Additionally, the Head of Regulation is responsible for General Determinations and other policies as set out in the RA’s mandate. With all of this, Nigel lives in Bermuda with his wife and family. We are proud to have him as an Academy Director.
Morris Brown College
Howard University
Graduate:
Howard University
Nigel joined the Academy in the late 2000s. He is a noteworthy man of many accomplishments. He had an amazing athletic career, earned a stellar education, a valuable community career, and a beautiful family. Nigel grew up in the Hamilton Parish Academy program where he rose to soccer prominence. He earned numerous international appearances with the Bermuda Youth National Team. He turned down an early professional career to play and study at Howard University. Nigel helped lead the Bison to the NCAA Tournament as a four year starter. He earned numerous Conference Player of the Week Awards in his time at Howard. Nigel eventually earned a Master's in Engineering as an honor student. After university, Nigel went on to play professionally for the Bermuda Hogges in the United States United Soccer League and Hamilton Parish in the Bermuda Premier League. Nigel was named Bermuda Goalkeeper of the Year in his time at Hamilton Parish. Nigel went on to become the club's Secretary, a role his father once held. Nigel showed his tremendous athletic ability in that he earned a place on the Bermuda Rugby National team and played in international matches. Nigel has an equally impressive career as an engineer in Bermuda. After earning his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering from Howard, he immediately earned his Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Aside from his time on the soccer team, his time at Howard was spent with the Bermuda Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, IEEE, Power Club, and the NSBE. Nigel also interned with The Center for Energy Systems and Control in Washington, DC. The Center for Energy Systems and Control (CESaC) is an interdisciplinary Research and Education Center at Howard University that is aimed at pioneering research in electric energy systems and control, power, environment, economics and energy markets for terrestrial, space, and off-shore energy systems. After his time at Howard and in Washington, DC, Nigel earned a position with the Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited as a Junior Engineer. He then moved to a position with PureNergy Ltd. as a Design Engineer as a lead designer of PV and solar thermal systems. After more than four and a half years there, Nigel moved iEPC as a Junior Electrical Engineer and a full Electrical Engineer. He worked providing R&D and engineering support to the Ascendant Group. He specialized in power systems and renewable energy systems. He was North American Board of Certified Energy Practioners (NABCEP) Certified PV Installer. After three years at the Ascendant Group, Nigel earned a huge position with the Bermuda Regulatory Board. He started as the title Senior Manager Electricity Analysis and Planning. He held high level responsibility for a lateral and strategic approach to analyzing the electricity sector. He helped to formulate strategy and policy for the regulation of the sector. Nigel detailed technical support to specific regulatory actions and determinations. He supported the Authority with its review of the utility's IRP. He prepared reports providing expert advice to the CTO on local and international industry developments and how these may impact the operational readiness of the organization. In 2020, Nigel earned the great honor of the position of Interim Head of Regulation. He was responsible for the management of the Regulation Department (Financial Regulation and Technical units). Also, responsible for ensuring effective regulation is developed and executed to fulfill the RA’s legislative mandate, as outlined in the Regulatory Authority Act 2011, the Electronic Communications Act 2011, Electricity Act 2016, the RA’s work plan and the RA’s Strategic plan. Additionally, the Head of Regulation is responsible for General Determinations and other policies as set out in the RA’s mandate. With all of this, Nigel lives in Bermuda with his wife and family. We are proud to have him as an Academy Director.
Major Erin Johnson D.P.T (U.S. Army retired)
Undergraduate University:
University of Delaware
Lynchburg College
Graduate/Doctorate University:
University of Maryland School of Medicine
One of the most remarkable people in an Academy full of remarkable people. Erin did it all in the soccer world: Maryland All-State, Baltimore and Washington DC All-Met, four times All-Conference, four times All County for high school. In college Erin really excelled. She earned the starting position at University of Delaware, but decided to transfer to Lynchburg College. She earned first team All-American honors as well as multiple Regional All-American, Virginia Player of the Year, Conference Athlete of the Year, Conference Player of the Year, multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, two times VaSID All-Virginia selection, three times All-Conference, Team MVP and member of the Lynchburg College Hall of Fame! She holds most school goalkeeping records and finished her career with a 0.38 goals against average. After college, Erin went to medical school to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitative Sciences at University of Maryland Medical School. After a year practicing at University Medical Center in Cincinnati, Erin accepted a commission in the United States Army as a Captain where she worked with soldiers rehabbing after combat. She spent time in Savannah at Fort Stewart, Georgia as Brigade Physical Therapist. Erin served as the Physical Therapist for 2BDE, 3ID Spartans at Ft. Stewart, Ga. Treated a patient population of active duty Soldiers in addition to collaborating with Command teams to improve physical readiness and training programs. Medical representative at Brigade health promotion meetings where Command supported implementation of injury prevention programs reduced Soldier limited duty days and medical profiles over the course of 8 months. After Georgia, Erin was stationed at Fort Lee, Virginia as Chief, Orthopedics and Physical Therapy. She served as Officer in Charge (OIC) of the Physical Therapy Department and Orthopedic Department at Kenner Army Health Clinic. 60/40 patient care/admin with a focus in orthopedic outpatient rehab and post-op care for active duty Soldiers, spouses, and family members. In addition, developing and rolling out initiatives and research projects for injury prevention in the Army training population to enhance future physical training and reconditioning. Erin was then stationed at the Pentagon and earning the rank of Major while working as a Physical Therapist. Late in 2020, Erin made the tough decision to leave the Army. She still works in the Pentagon as a Physical Therapist. She is settled in the Northern Virginia area with her noble dog. We are so proud to have her as an Academy Staff member and Academy Director.
University of Delaware
Lynchburg College
Graduate/Doctorate University:
University of Maryland School of Medicine
One of the most remarkable people in an Academy full of remarkable people. Erin did it all in the soccer world: Maryland All-State, Baltimore and Washington DC All-Met, four times All-Conference, four times All County for high school. In college Erin really excelled. She earned the starting position at University of Delaware, but decided to transfer to Lynchburg College. She earned first team All-American honors as well as multiple Regional All-American, Virginia Player of the Year, Conference Athlete of the Year, Conference Player of the Year, multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, two times VaSID All-Virginia selection, three times All-Conference, Team MVP and member of the Lynchburg College Hall of Fame! She holds most school goalkeeping records and finished her career with a 0.38 goals against average. After college, Erin went to medical school to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitative Sciences at University of Maryland Medical School. After a year practicing at University Medical Center in Cincinnati, Erin accepted a commission in the United States Army as a Captain where she worked with soldiers rehabbing after combat. She spent time in Savannah at Fort Stewart, Georgia as Brigade Physical Therapist. Erin served as the Physical Therapist for 2BDE, 3ID Spartans at Ft. Stewart, Ga. Treated a patient population of active duty Soldiers in addition to collaborating with Command teams to improve physical readiness and training programs. Medical representative at Brigade health promotion meetings where Command supported implementation of injury prevention programs reduced Soldier limited duty days and medical profiles over the course of 8 months. After Georgia, Erin was stationed at Fort Lee, Virginia as Chief, Orthopedics and Physical Therapy. She served as Officer in Charge (OIC) of the Physical Therapy Department and Orthopedic Department at Kenner Army Health Clinic. 60/40 patient care/admin with a focus in orthopedic outpatient rehab and post-op care for active duty Soldiers, spouses, and family members. In addition, developing and rolling out initiatives and research projects for injury prevention in the Army training population to enhance future physical training and reconditioning. Erin was then stationed at the Pentagon and earning the rank of Major while working as a Physical Therapist. Late in 2020, Erin made the tough decision to leave the Army. She still works in the Pentagon as a Physical Therapist. She is settled in the Northern Virginia area with her noble dog. We are so proud to have her as an Academy Staff member and Academy Director.
John O' Hara
Undergraduate University:
George Mason University
John is one of the most successful members of the Academy as far as soccer. John grew up in Ireland where he was a member of the Belvedere Boys Football Club and school. John appeared for both the U-15 and U-18 Irish National Teams. John signed as an adult to the famous Irish club Shelbourne United, but after a year spent on the bench, John chose to come to America and play for and attend George Mason University. John was widely regarded as the greatest keeper in Mason's soccer history. He led the team to the NCAA Tournament. His many accomplishments read like a laundry list of excellence: Academic All-American, Regional All-American, All-Conference every year, three times VaSID All-Virginia selection, The College Soccer News Freshmen All-American, Conference Rookie of the Year, 2009 Men's Soccer Hall of Fame Class. After university, John went home to Ireland and was named Goalkeeper of the Year and runner-up Player of the Year for his Sligo Rovers Premier League team. John then came back to the US and played for the Carolina Railhawks and Wilmington Hammerheads, before finishing his career with DC United. After a stellar playing career, John immediately began coaching for his alma mater at George Mason University. He also earned the position of Director of Goalkeeping for the Loudon Soccer club. John then took a position with the United States Men's National Team as a youth coach. John had previously spent time with the Under-15 and Under-18 Boys National teams during key trips to Argentina and Sweden respectively. John immediately helped the US Under-17 squad in winning the 2016 Montaigu Cup, beating the hosts France in a thrilling final. After several years of success at Mason and national team coaching, John settled down to accept the position as the Director of Coaching for Loudon. Loudon is one of the biggest and most respected club programs in the United States. John is a very busy man besides club coaching, he is the father of three and lives in Ashburn, Virginia with his noble wife Nicole.
George Mason University
John is one of the most successful members of the Academy as far as soccer. John grew up in Ireland where he was a member of the Belvedere Boys Football Club and school. John appeared for both the U-15 and U-18 Irish National Teams. John signed as an adult to the famous Irish club Shelbourne United, but after a year spent on the bench, John chose to come to America and play for and attend George Mason University. John was widely regarded as the greatest keeper in Mason's soccer history. He led the team to the NCAA Tournament. His many accomplishments read like a laundry list of excellence: Academic All-American, Regional All-American, All-Conference every year, three times VaSID All-Virginia selection, The College Soccer News Freshmen All-American, Conference Rookie of the Year, 2009 Men's Soccer Hall of Fame Class. After university, John went home to Ireland and was named Goalkeeper of the Year and runner-up Player of the Year for his Sligo Rovers Premier League team. John then came back to the US and played for the Carolina Railhawks and Wilmington Hammerheads, before finishing his career with DC United. After a stellar playing career, John immediately began coaching for his alma mater at George Mason University. He also earned the position of Director of Goalkeeping for the Loudon Soccer club. John then took a position with the United States Men's National Team as a youth coach. John had previously spent time with the Under-15 and Under-18 Boys National teams during key trips to Argentina and Sweden respectively. John immediately helped the US Under-17 squad in winning the 2016 Montaigu Cup, beating the hosts France in a thrilling final. After several years of success at Mason and national team coaching, John settled down to accept the position as the Director of Coaching for Loudon. Loudon is one of the biggest and most respected club programs in the United States. John is a very busy man besides club coaching, he is the father of three and lives in Ashburn, Virginia with his noble wife Nicole.
Jason Williams
Simply one of the best athletes the Academy has ever had. Jason had an amazing athletic career that was wide and varied. He currently lives in Bermuda with his beautiful family where he coaches. Jason grew up in the North Village Community Club Academy program where he rose to soccer prominence. He earned numerous international appearances with the Bermuda Youth National Team. He turned down an early professional career so he could play and study at Howard University. Jason helped keep the Howard team to national prominence as a four year starter. He earned numerous Conference Player of the Week Awards. After university, Jason went on to play professionally for the Bermuda Hogges in the United States United Soccer League along with fellow Academy member Nigel Burgess. Jason earned several Caps playing for Bermuda in World Cup qualifying matches. After his time with the Bermuda Hogges, Jason joined North Village Community Club in the Bermuda Premier League leading them to the Bermuda Premier League Championship. Jason was named Bermuda Goalkeeper of the Year. Jason showed his tremendous athletic ability in that he was a high level cricket player, track athlete, and rugby player, as well as soccer player.
