Stephen Okai

Stephen Okai (born 27 September 1989) is a Ghanaian football coach and former player.

Playing career

College and amateur Okai played four years of college soccer at the University of Mobile. Okai won the National Player of the Year award in NAIA and was a three-time All-American.

During his time at college, Okai also played for USL PDL club Des Moines Menace in 2010, and Reading United A.C. in 2011 and 2012.

Professional career On 17 January 2013, Okai was selected 31st overall in the 2013 MLS SuperDraft by Philadelphia Union. He trialed with the club, but was released by Philadelphia on 22 February 2013.

Okai signed with USL Pro club Charlotte Eagles in April 2013. He made his pro debut on 13 April 2013, in a 2–0 victory over Antigua Barracuda FC.

Okai signed with USL Pro side Pittsburgh Riverhounds in January 2015. On 30 November 2017, the club announced that Okai's contract had expired. He departed Pittsburgh after three seasons with the Riverhounds and retired.

Coaching career On 18 May 2018, Okai joined the coaching staff for the Riverhounds Development Academy.