Darren Abbey

Darren Abbey is an experienced professional in the sports and fitness industry, currently serving as the Head Soccer Coach for FC Barcelona since January 2023, building on previous coaching roles at Barça Academy Charlotte. Darren also works as a Sales Associate at Perspire Sauna Studio, specializing in membership and package sales. Additional coaching experience includes a stint as a soccer camp coach at Queens University of Charlotte. Earlier roles include serving as a Warehouse Associate at UPS and as Facilities Manager at Gladstone Park Primary School. A former academy player for Barnet FC, Darren has a strong educational background with degrees in Exercise and Sports Science and Exercise and Sports Physiology from Queens University of Charlotte.