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Assistant Volunteer Coach
Baylor
Division 1
After playing both collegiate soccer and basketball, I aspire to continue my love for sports and developing people in a coaching context. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Baylor Women's Soccer as the volunteer assistant coach.
Volunteer Assistant Coach
Oklahoma
Division 1
Assistant Coach
Georgia
Division 1
Kat Crump is in her first season on the Georgia staff after four seasons as an assistant coach at Furman. In the 2020-21 season, Crump coached goalkeeper Addison Corn to the United Soccer Coaches All-Southeast Region Second Team and the Southern Conference All-Freshman Team as the Paladins finished 8-1-2 and reached the NCAA Tournament. The Paladins posted a winning record in each of her four seasons, with goalkeeper Kellsey Weaver also earning All-SoCon honors in 2019.
Prior to Furman, Crump served as an assistant coach at Jacksonville in 2017 and worked with the goalkeepers for Jacksonville Armada FC. The Huntsville, Alabama native played collegiately at Regis University in Denver, Colorado, starting 60 games in goal and posting 35 wins, a 1.15 goals against average, and 19 shutouts for the Rangers. She also coached with multiple club programs in the Denver area during her collegiate career. She graduated from Regis in 2017 with a degree in Health and Exercise Science.
Assistant Coach
Auburn
Division 1
Director of Operations
Clemson
Division 1
Rob Thompson joined the Clemson mens soccer program prior to the 2017 season. Prior to coming to Clemson, Thompson was heavily involved in coaching both youth and college soccer in New Hampshire since 1993.
Thompson spent 24 years coaching at Seacoast United Soccer Club (SUSC), New Hampshires premier youth sports club. He most recently served as the College Recruiting Coordinator and Director of premier HS age teams in the club. This past year, he coached two Seacoast teams to state titles. Both the 2000 girls NPL team and the 2004 boys NPL team won the US Club NH State Championship. His 2004 boys NPL team advanced to the US Club national championship tournament.
Thompson spent 20 years as the head coach of mens soccer at University of New Hampshire. Thompson is currently UNHs all-time wins leader, and he was honored as America East Coach of the Year in 2006 and 2009. His Wildcats won an America East regular season title in 2009, and their undefeated conference regular season record of 6-0-1 in that same year was the first by any America East team since 1997. He led UNH to conference semi-finals six times (2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013) and advanced to America East conference title games in 2010 and 2012, dropping both in penalty kick shootouts after drawing 0-0 both times. UNH squads were nationally ranked in 1993, 1994, 1997 and 2005. His teams led the America East conference in best discipline record 14 out of 15 years, and they finished in the top three in national Division I NSCAA fair play rankings three times (2009, 2012, 2013). His program had a record eight straight NSCAA team academic awards from 2007-2014.
Thompson was named US Soccer Development Academy (USSDA) Regional Coach of the Year in 2008. He led the Seacoast United U18 Academy Team to its only USSDA playoff berth in club history in 2011. He coached the Seacoast United U17 boys team to the USL Super Y League championship match in 2007, and that same team went to the USYSA Region 1 final in 2007, finishing with a No. 8 national ranking. From 1998 to 2006, he led Seacoast United youth teams to eight New Hampshire state USYSA titles. He was also a member of the USYSA Region 1 Olympic Development Staff from 1994 to 2007.
By coming to Clemson, Thompson is reuniting with head coach Mike Noonan, as the two coached together at UNH in 1993 and 1994. During that two-year span, the Wildcats were nationally ranked and had the best two-year win percentage in UNH history. The duo also coached UNH to its only NCAA tournament appearance in program history. While Thompson's been at Clemson, the Tigers have achieved national rankings each season while winning an ACC regular season division title in 2019 , 2020, and 2021 and the ACC tournament championship in 2020, finishing the fall as the #1 ranked team in the nation. 2021 culminated in Clemson winning their third National Championship. This past season, Clemson won both the 2023 ACC title, and won their 4th National Championship. Since Thompson has been at Clemson, the Tigers have won three regular season ACC division titles, two ACC championships, two National Championships, had two #1 MLS draft picks, and had two Hermann Trophy Honorees.
Volunteer Assistant Coach
Tennessee
Division 1
Hemant Sharma rejoined the Tennessee soccer coaching staff as a volunteer assistant coach in the spring of 2021. He previously served as a member of UT's coaching staff from 2004 to 2012 and served as the team's director of operations under current head coach Brian Pensky from 2012 to 2014.
In his previous stint with the Lady Vols, Sharma was a part of three SEC championship teams (2004, 05, 08) and three NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen appearances (2004, 2005, 2007). He also helped to coordinate the Lady Vol soccer team's involvement in TOPSOCCER, a program for disabled athletes.
Between his stints at UT, Sharma worked with goalkeepers for several other Tennessee colleges, including the Maryville College men's and women's soccer teams, the UT-Chattanooga women's soccer team, the Tennessee Wesleyan women's soccer team and the Carson-Newman men's and women's soccer teams. He was a part of the Maryville College coaching staff when the men's team won conference tournament titles in 2016 and 2018, and when the women's team captured a conference tournament crown in 2019. Each of those teams appeared in the NCAA Division III Tournament. Prior to arriving in Knoxville, Hemant worked with goalkeepers for the University of Colorado women's soccer team as a volunteer assistant coach.
Sharma has worked with goalkeepers for two semi-pro men's teams, the Boulder Rapids Reserves of the Premier Development League, and the Knoxville Force of the National Premier Soccer League.
Hemant also has served as Director of Goalkeeping for the Tennessee ODP program for boys and girls since 2012, and has been a member of the South Region girls ODP staff since 2017.
He has been the Director of Goalkeeping for FC Alliance since 2009. During that time span, FC Alliance has produced more than 40 collegiate goalkeepers and sent two goalkeepers on to MLS academies.
During his playing career at Cornell University, the Short Hills, New Jersey, native earned All-Ivy League and All-Region honors, and played in the 1996 NCAA Tournament. In his senior year, he set a school record for shutouts in a season as his team finished ranked in the nation's top 25. Sharma proved equally adept in the classroom as he was a member of the Dean's List and the winner of the prestigious James E. Rice writing prize.
After college, Sharma was a draft pick of all three major professional indoor soccer leagues that existed in the U.S. in the late 1990s (NPSL, WISL, EISL). He was a first-round draft pick of the Buffalo Blizzard of the National Professional Soccer League and a fifth-round draft pick of the Arizona Thunder of the World Indoor Soccer League. He played five years of pro indoor soccer.
Sharma also held coaching positions at his alma mater, serving as an assistant coach for the Cornell women's team in 2001 and the men's team in 2000.
Hemant is a 1997 graduate of Cornell, with a bachelor of arts in English and a certificate in Financial Management. He received a PhD in Political Science from the University of Tennessee in the summer of 2009 and was the first recipient of the University of Tennessee's Otis Stephens Fellowship, granted for excellence in the study of American politics.
Sharma currently teaches in the University of Tennessee's Political Science Department and has co-authored three textbooks: An Introduction to the American Legal System, which was released by Wolters Kluwer publishers of New York; Administrative Law and Policy, published by Carolina Academic Press; and American Government: The Evolution of a Constitutional Republic, published by Great River Learning.
His published articles include one entitled "The Game is the Best Teacher," which appeared in the United Soccer Coaches' magazine Soccer Journal, and "Cant Play Here: The Decline of Pick-Up Soccer and Social Capital in the USA, published in a journal called Soccer and Society.
Volunteer Assistant Coach
Alabama
Division 1
Collins completed her collegiate soccer career at Pepperdine University. She now joins the coaching staff at University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa.
Washington (WA)
Division 1
Chris Gores is in his fifth year as an assistant at Washington on the staff of his former college teammate, Jamie Clark.
During the 2017 season, Gores helped the Huskies again reach the NCAA tournament as UW posted a 12-7-1 overall record. In addition to four victories over NCAA Top 25 teams, Gores helped coach yet another Pac-12 Freshman of the Year in Blake Bodily, who tallied three goals and eight assists. He joined Handwalla Bwana in receiving first-team All-Pac-12 honors with Kyle Coffee, Garrett Jackson, Quentin Pearson and Saif Kerawala earning second-team honors. In addition, Justin Fiddes was selected in the first round of the MLS Superdraft by the Vancouver Whitecaps while Handwalla Bwana signed as a Homegrown Selection with Sounders FC.
2016 saw Gores and the Huskies make it to the third round of the NCAA tournament for the third time in four years. The Huskies went 14-7-0 that year, outscoring the opposition by 15 goals over the 21-game season. Gores helped coach Handwalla Bwana to Pac-12 Freshman of the Year honors, as well as All-Pac-12 honors for Auden Schilder, Henry Wingo, and Justin Schmidt.
In 2015, Gores helped the Huskies to an 8-5-6 record. The team allowed just 13 goals in 19 games. Ryan Herman was named an All-American and First Team All-Pac-12 that year, while Gores helped five other Huskies make it to the All-Pac-12 team.
Gores helped the Huskies to another tremendous season in his first year at UW, finishing with a record of 12-5-3 and a trip to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament in 2014. The Dawgs started the year 9-1-0 and earned their first No. 1 national ranking since 1997, before eventually being named the No. 14 seed in the NSCAA Tournament. Gores coached several players who earned honors in 2014, including Cristian Roldan and Andy Thoma who were named Third Team All-American by the NSCAA. Roldan and Darwin Jones were also each named to the First Team All-Pac-12 Team.
Gores comes to Washington from Florida Gulf Coast where he spent one season. For the Eagles, Gores helped FGCU become the first program in Atlantic Sun Conference history to win four straight regular-season championships courtesy of a 6-1-1 league record. After starting the season 0-5-1, including a loss to Washington, Eagles went 8-1-1 over their final 10 regular-season games. During that span FGCU out-scored its opponents 14-6, including 12-4 in A-Sun action.
Before joining the Eagles, Gores spent three seasons as an assistant coach for the Harvard mens soccer team, where he focused heavily on recruiting, and helped coach the team to numerous upsets against nationally ranked opponents.
Prior to beginning his coaching career, Gores spent eight years playing professionally for five different teams in the United Soccer League. Additionally, Gores served as captain of the Puerto Rico Mens National Team, competing in both the 2010 World Cup qualifiers and the 2005 Digicel Cup.
Gores played collegiately at Stanford alongside Clark, where they led the nation in scoring defense and helped the Cardinal finish second in the NCAA Tournament during the 1998 season. He graduated in 2000 with a degree in international relations.
In 2011 Gores received the FIFA recognized United States Soccer Federation National A License.
Assistant Coach
Dartmouth
Division 1
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Assistant Women's Soccer Coach
Fairfield
Division 1
The Fairfield University Women's Soccer program has announced the addition of [Megan Burke](https://fairfieldstags.com/staff.aspxstaff=187) as an assistant coach starting with the upcoming 2019 season. Burke, a native of Shelton, Conn., comes to the Stags after serving two seasons as a Graduate Assistant at New Mexico State and a four-year playing career at Mass.
Burke's first taste of coaching at the collegiate level came at New Mexico State as she served as a graduate assistant for two seasons with the Aggies. In her first season in 2017, she helped the Aggies to nine victories, just one shy of the program's single season record set back in 2011. Burke helped coach three All-WAC student-athletes during her time with a pair earning a spot on the conference's First Team while also helping goalkeeper Dmitri Fong to an All-WAC Second Team honor during her first competitive season.
Burke played her collegiate soccer along with fellow Fairfield assistant coach [Sydney Stoll](https://fairfieldstags.com/coaches.aspxrc=430) at UMass after appearing in 71 matches with 69 starts during her four seasons. The midfielder scored 11 times in her career while also handing out eight assists to finish her career with 50 points.
Head Coach
Valparaiso
Division 1
John Marovich was named the third head coach in the history of the Valpo women's soccer program in January of 2008, following six seasons as an assistant and associate head coach on the bench. The 2014 Horizon League Coach of the Year and the 2022 Missouri Valley Conference Coach of the year, he enters his 16th season at the helm of Valpo in the fall of 2023.
Marovich enters the fall 2023 campaign with a record of 121-112-42 both overall as a collegiate head coach and at Valpo. He holds Valpo's all-time records for victories and winning percentage (.516).
Under Marovich's guidance, Valpo maintained its momentum from the fall 2021 campaign. The Beacons enjoyed their best season since joining the Valley, finishing with a MVC regular season championship with a 7-1-2 mark.
Along the way, the fall 2021 squad posted the second-longest unbeaten streak (8-0-1) and the third-longest winning streak (7-0-0) in program history. Nikki Coryell repeated as MVC Goalkeeper of the Year and was joined on the All-MVC First Team by Kelsie James, and the duo were joined by Kiley Dugan as United Soccer Coaches All-Region selections as well.
The spring 2021 season saw Marovich lead Valpo to a strong turnaround. Valpo posted a 5-4-5 overall record and was 3-2-3 in MVC regular season play, earning a third-place finish in the regular season standings - the program's best at that point since joining the Valley. Along the way, Marovich became the first coach in program history to reach the 100-win mark on the sidelines at Valpo, doing so with a March 9 win over Indiana State.
The Brown and Gold went on to advance to the MVC Tournament championship match for the first time in program history. Marovich coached the MVC's Goalkeeper of the Year in Coryell, as well as two additional First Team All-MVC honorees in Keegan Maris and Dugan - both of whom were United Soccer Coaches All-Region selections as well. Maris was also named a Third Team CoSIDA Academic All-American and a United Soccer Coaches Third Team Scholar All-American. Valpo finished the campaign with the fewest goals surrendered in a single season in program history (8) and a team GAA of 0.52, third-best in program history.
Marovich led the Brown and Gold as they transitioned into the MVC in 2017. Valpo posted a 9-10-0 overall record and a 3-4-0 record in MVC play while making the leap from the nation's 28th-ranked conference by RPI (Horizon League, 2016) to the nation's 12th-ranked conference (MVC, 2017). Led by the efforts of First Team All-MVC and Third Team All-Region honoree Cory Griffith, the 2017 side finished the season 57 spots higher in the RPI than the 2016 squad. Marovich also coached the program's fourth CoSIDA First Team Academic All-American all-time, as senior Grace Rogers earned the honor.
Marovich led Valpo to nine victories in 2016, as he surpassed former head coach Stephen Anthony for the program's all-time wins record. Marovich matched Anthony's mark of 78 wins with a victory over Morehead State on Sept. 18, and then two matches later, broke the record with a victory against Milwaukee Sept. 28.
Marovich and Valpo won seven matches in 2015, including a 4-2-2 mark on their home pitch at Brown Field. Three players earned All-League accolades, while Rita Craven and April Cronin both repeated as NSCAA All-Region honorees. In addition, Craven and Jenny Fassbinder were both selected as CoSIDA First Team Academic All-Americans.
Marovich led Valpo in 2014 to the most successful season in program history. The team set new school records with 14 wins, a 12-match winning streak and an 18-match unbeaten streak, ending the season with a 14-2-4 record. Along the way, the side swept through Horizon League play with a perfect 8-0-0 record - only the third side in league history to go 8-0-0. Valpo won its first Horizon League regular season and tournament championships in 2014 and advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the second time.
Individually under Marovich in 2014, numerous players earned accolades, highlighted by the selection of Craven as an NSCAA Third Team All-American - the first All-American in program history. Craven was also an NSCAA First Team Scholar All-American, the first in program history as well, and is the only player in Valpo women's soccer history to be named league Player of the Year. A quartet of players earned NSCAA All-Great Lakes Region honors, while Jenny Fassbinder was an NSCAA Third Team Scholar All-American.
Under Marovich, Valpo has cemented itself as a top-tier defensive side, as all five of the top defensive seasons in program history have come during his tenure. In 2013, Marovich's squad surrendered just 15 goals, while 2012 saw Valpo earn the first national statistical championship in program history en route to a 10-win campaign, as its team goals against average of 0.51 paced the nation. Valpo also ranked among the top-ten squads in the nation in both shutout percentage and save percentage.
Marovich guided the Brown and Gold to the Horizon League Tournament championship match in 2009 as Valpo finished the year 11-9-1 overall while placing third during the regular season, its highest finish to that point in the Horizon League since joining the conference prior to the 2007 season. The 11 wins were third most in school history. Valpo matched its third place finish again under his guidance in 2011.
In 2008, his first season at the helm of the Brown and Gold, Marovichs squad finished 10-6-3 overall while setting a new school record with 10 shutouts on the season. His team also set a then-school record for lowest goals against average in a season, 0.71, and posted a 7-2-1 record at home.
During his time as head coach at Valpo, Marovich has had 16 players earn First Team All-Conference honors, while 17 others have been Second Team All-League picks. Marovich also has had 21 All-Newcomer Team/All-Freshman Team selections under his guidance.
His teams also have had success in the classroom, as 22 student-athletes have been voted to conference All-Academic/Scholar-Athlete Teams. In addition, he has coached four CoSIDA First Team Academic All-Americans (Jackie Kondratko - 2009; Rita Craven and Jenny Fassbinder - 2015; Grace Rogers - 2017), while a total of 10 players have earned Academic All-District V accolades, including nine First Team selections. Kondratko was also named the Horizon Leagues Cecil N. Coleman Award winner in 2010, an honor given to the leagues overall top male and female senior student-athlete across all sports.
Marovich joined the Valparaiso University coaching staff as an assistant coach prior to the 2002 season. After serving in this role for Valpo for his first three years with the program, he was promoted to associate head coach, where he assumed a full-time role prior to the 2005 season.
In 2007, Marovich was an assistant on the Valpo coaching staff as Valpo moved into the Horizon League. During the first season in the new conference, he helped Valpo post a 10-9-0 record, finishing fifth in the highly competitive league. The Brown and Gold also had three student-athletes earn All-Horizon League honors, with two Second Team picks and an All-Newcomer Team selection.
Marovich also was instrumental in Valpo's success in both 2005 and 2006. The Brown and Gold won both the Mid-Continent Conference regular season and tournament titles in 2005, setting a new school record for victories with 12, as well as posting the best winning percentage at the time in the programs history. Valpo earned its first berth ever to the NCAA Womens Soccer Championship, traveling to Notre Dame, a team Marovich spent time assisting prior to arriving at Valpo.
The next season, 2006, Marovich was a part of the program's first outright regular season Mid-Continent Conference title in school history, as Valpo again won 12 matches, while also setting a new mark for winning percentage in a season at .711.
In his first five seasons on the bench for the Brown and Gold, Valpo earned four Mid-Continent Conference Tournament berths, advancing to the title match in 2004 in addition to winning the championship in 2005.
Marovich arrived at Valpo after spending the 2001 season as a womens volunteer assistant coach at the University of Notre Dame, helping lead the Fighting Irish to the Big East regular season and tournament championships. During Marovichs stay, Notre Dame also advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
Before moving to the collegiate field, Marovich was the head girls coach at Andrean High School, where he led the 59ers to the state title match in 1999. In his seven seasons at Andrean, he won two conference titles and three sectional championships, as well as a regional and semi-state title. Marovich was named the National Soccer Coaches Association of Americas Indiana private/parochial school state Coach of the Year in 1999.
Marovich has earned his United States Soccer Federation A License. He played collegiate soccer at Purdue-Calumet, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in construction technology in 1994. He also serves as an Olympic Development Program age group head coach in the state of Indiana and is also a staff coach for Region II.
John and his wife, Susan, have been married since 1995 and have two children, Mackenzie, born in 1999, and Kacey, born in 2003.
Head Coach
Hampton
Division 1
Coach Momoh Kanneh representing Hampton University Women's soccer program.
I am the program Director and Head coach, I came in as an assistance under Kevin Darcy in 2018 and took over as head coach in 2019. I'm going into my 4 year here at Hampton University and we recently move from Big south conference to the CAA for some big time soccer attack. I'm looking for to the challenge for 22 and beyond.
Assistant Coach
Quinnipiac
Division 1
Alterisio is set to begin her second coaching job in NCAA Division I soccer, as she comes to Hamden from Binghamton. This will be her first season with the Bobcats as an assistant coach for the 2022 season. She served as the women's soccer assistant coach for one season.
As an assistant coach with the Bearcats, Alterisio led the team to an America East tournament appearance and posted the conference's best goals against average during the regular season (0.84). She assisted in all aspects of recruiting, training sessions, opponent scouts, video analysis and sports performance while serving as an assistant coach with the Bearcats.
Assistant Coach
Boston University
Division 1
Boston University Women's Soccer
Assistant and Goalkeeper Coach
Assistant Coach
Cal-Santa Barbara
Division 1
Christy Gates-Bowes enters his second season as Assistant Coach with the UCSB Mens soccer program and brings 12 years of coaching experience with him.
Christy most recently served as the Mens lead Assistant Coach at Santa Barbara City College for two seasons, helping the Vaqueros reach back to back play-off appearances.
Gates-Bowes began his coaching career at Brighton and Hove Albion FC in England where he worked with the youth development programs. Christy also worked with the Men's Soccer teams at the University of Sussex before moving to the United States in 2015 where he worked in the technical department of the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association. Gates-Bowes currently holds the role of Academy Director at Santa Barbara Soccer club where he oversees the newly formed Boy's MLS Elite Youth Development Platform.
A native of Brighton, England, Christy played his football at Brighton, Hove and Sussex College. Coach Gates-Bowes holds a USSF A License and a UEFA B License.
Head Coach
Drake
Division 1
Horner is in her ninth season leading the Drake women's soccer program as head coach after serving five seasons (2003-08) as assistant coach for the Bulldogs.
Horner was named to her position on April 10, 2008, becoming only the second head coach for women's soccer, which began as a varsity sport in 2002. She owns a 62-71-23 overall record. Horner guided the Bulldogs to the 2015 Missouri Valley Conference regular season title. It was the program's fifth overall regular season title and first since 2006. Along with winning the team title, Drake collected numerous MVC awards, led by junior Rebecca Rodgers being named MVC Player of the Year, junior Sarah Grace Nicholson MVC Defender of the Year and junior Brooke Dennis MVC Goalkeeper of the Year. Horner and her staff was also named the MVC Coaching Staff of the Year.
"Lindsey Horner exemplifies all the special qualities that Drake desires in a head coach," said Drake Athletics Director Sandy Hatfield Clubb. "First and foremost, she is squarely focused on the quality of the student-athlete experience. Lindsey brings talent, passion, a strong work ethic and high moral character to this position."
The Bulldogs went 9-9-2 in 2014 while advancing to the semifinals of the Missouri Valley Conference Championship. Sophomore Rebecca Rodgers burst out for 12 goals while recording eight assists on her way to being named to the All-MVC First Team. Rodgers' 12 goals equaled a program record. Senior midfielder Ashlie Stokes also earned first-team All-MVC honors while defender Kylie DeHaven and midfielder Rhian Pritchard were named to the second team. Defender Kasey Hurt and goalkeeper Kylynn Moyer earned MVC All-Freshman accolades.
Drake faced a challenging 2013 campaign in which 15 of the Bulldogs 20 games were decided by a goal or less en route to posting a 3-12-5 ledger. Despite the record, Drake advanced to the semifinals of the Missouri Valley Conference Championship for the first time since 2009 after besting Loyola on the road in the quarterfinal round via penalty kicks.
Three Bulldogs were recognized by the conference for their play on the field as Megan Fisher was honored as first-team All-MVC selection for the third consecutive year, while Rebecca Rodgers collected second-team All-MVC recognition. Rodgers and Sarah Grace Nicholson were tabbed to the All-Freshman team.
Off the field, Emma Winstead was named to the MVC Scholar-Athlete first team. Recognized for the 11th consecutive campaign by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) as a College Team Academic Award Winner, the Bulldogs were distinguished for maintaining a team grade point average of 3.42 for the 2012-13 academic year.
Drake was honored for the fifth straight year by the NSCAA with a Team Ethics Award. The Bulldogs were recipients of the Bronze award in 2013 after garnering bronze, silver, silver and bronze accolades following the 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 campaigns, respectively.
Drake had a turnaround campaign in 2012 as the Bulldogs posted a 12-5-4 record on the strength of eight shutouts, including a third-place MVC showing with a 3-1-2 league mark.
Drake registered a school-record eight straight victories from Aug. 31 through Sept. 22 as part of a nine-game unbeaten streak.
Seven members of the team garnered All-MVC honors in 2012. Megan Fisher and Ashlie Stokes were honored as first-team All-MVC selections, while Laura Moklestad, Kalena Litch and Brittany Schuling collected second team All-MVC recognition. Tabbed as honorable mention honorees were Generve Charles and Rhian Pritchard. Pulling in All-Freshman team laurels was Pritchard.
Stokes was chosen a 2012 National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) All-Great Lakes Regional third-team selection.
Kelsey Pigg was tabbed an honorable mention All-MVC Scholar-Athlete. Moklestad also was recognized for her academic success being selected by the NSCAA to its Women's University Scholar All-North/Central Regional First Team.
Horner directed a youthful 2011 squad that featured 10 underclassmen starters to a 4-11-4 mark. The record may not belie the talent on the team as the Bulldogs were involved in 14 games decided by a goal or less, posting three wins and four ties in those matches.
Four members of the team garnered All-MVC honors, led by Fisher, who was a first-team All-MVC selection. Moklestad and Litch collected second-team All-MVC recognition. Pulling in All-Freshman team laurels was Tori Flynn.
Additionally, Moklestad became the first Bulldog to earn regional accolades more than once when she was tabbed a NSCAA/Performance Subaru All-Great Lakes Regional third-team selection for the second-consecutive year.
Moklestad joined Andrea Schmitz and Sarah Foote, who were also named to the NSCAA All-Great Lakes Regional team in 2004 and 2006, respectively, as the only Bulldogs to earn regional honors.
Off the field, the Bulldogs were honored for their academic success by the NSCAA as a College Team Academic Award Winner for 2011. The Bulldogs maintained a team grade point average of 3.31 for the 2010-11 academic year. Additionally, Moklestad was selected as a first-team All-MVC Scholar-Athlete for the second-straight season.
Horner led the Bulldogs to a breakout campaign in 2010 as Drake posted a 10-6-3 overall mark. The 10 wins marked the Bulldogs' first double-figure win campaign since going 12-6-2 during their NCAA Tournament season in 2006.
As a team, Drake matched a school record with nine shutouts, all by Litch.
Six members of the team garnered All-MVC honors, led by Moklestad, who was a first team All-MVC selection.
Paige Dusek, Fisher and Litch collected both second team All-MVC and All-Freshman team recognition. Pulling in honorable mention laurels were Bailey Dorrington and Ali Walsh.
Additionally, Moklestad and Katie Anderson were selected to the All-MVC Scholar-Athlete first and honorable mention teams, respectively.
Horner led the Bulldogs to a 9-9-1 mark in 2009. Earning first team All-MVC honors was Elizabeth Woerle, while Blair Nelson and Crystal Townley collected second-team laurels. Receiving All-MVC honorable mention recognition was Rachel Gielau and Melissa Lewis along with Bailey Dorrington. Moklestad was selected to the MVC All-Freshman squad. Lewis also earned first-team All-MVC Scholar-Athlete honors for the second consecutive year.
In Horners first season leading the Bulldogs, Drake posted an 8-10-1 mark in 2008, including a 4-2 record in the MVC. Katie Sauer was tabbed a first team All-MVC selection, while Jenny Schroeder, Woerle and Townley were chosen second-team All-MVC. Nelson and Lewis gained honorable mention all-league accolades, while Samantha Knosby and Danielle Figliola were named to the All-MVC Freshman team.
Off the field, Drake maintained a collective 3.25 grade point average with Schroeder and Lewis tabbed as first team All-MVC Scholar-Athlete selections.
Horner was the Bulldogs' top assistant from 2003-08. During her tenure, the Bulldogs compiled a 56-35-9 record winning four MVC Conference regular season championships, competing in the 2006 NCAA Tournament. She assisted in all facets of the Bulldog soccer program and served as camp director of the Premier Soccer camps.
"I am proud to have been a part of this program for five seasons as an assistant coach, and I am honored to be able to continue as the head coach," said Horner when named head coach. "This program has been very successful in its short history, and I am excited about the possibilities for the future."
Horner has been involved with the Iowa Olympic Development Program since 2004. She plans to coach the Iowa 1998 girls squad this season.
She has worked with several youth clubs as a clinician and a coach.
In 2002, Horner was a sports marketing intern for the Washington Freedom of the Women's United Soccer Association, where she was invited to try out for the team and also was a coach for Freedom camps and clinics.
A native of West Des Moines, Iowa, Horner was a four-year letterwinner at Kansas, being named the Jayhawks' most valuable offensive player as a senior in 2000. She was an all-academic Big 12 Conference selection in the spring of 2001 and graduated in 2002 with a bachelor of science degree from the school of education, majoring in exercise science with an emphasis in sports management. She earned a master's degree in adult learning and organizational performance with an emphasis in leadership at Drake.
She also helped the Kansas women's basketball team to a second-place finish in the Big 12 Conference Tournament while making an NCAA Sweet Sixteen appearance in 1997.
Horner holds a Premier Coaching Diploma from the NSCAA and an 'A' license from USSF.
Lindsey Horner " Lindsey Horner exemplifies all the special qualities that Drake desires in a head coach," said Drake Athletics Director Sandy Hatfield Clubb . "First and foremost, she is squarely focused on the quality of the student-athlete experience. Lindsey brings talent, passion, a strong work ethic and high moral character to this position."
Director of Operations
Denver
Division 1
Prior to joining the DU staff, Capuano spent the last five years with Next College Student Athlete (NCSA) in Chicago. Most recently he served as a Mens Soccer Head Recruiting Coach, where he was tasked with educating and guiding mens soccer players and their families through the collegiate recruiting process. Utilizing his pipeline of coach connections, knowledge of the game, and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations he successfully placed roughly 700 student-athletes at Colleges and Universities throughout the United States. Capuano also served as NCSAs Mens Soccer Team Lead where he assisted in the training of new hires and helped implement best practices and procedures across the mens soccer department. Along with his day to day responsibilities he also worked closely with Product Developers to improve the coach-facing side of their tech platform, Events to market the NCSA brand across the club and collegiate soccer landscape in the US, and Marketing / Operations to deliver key messaging to target audiences through online webinars and in-person speaking engagements.
Angelo earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing degree from Wright State University in Dayton, OH. He was a four-year player for them appearing in 41 matches over his career. He was awarded with Wright States Greg Andrulis Award in 2012 as a Junior for exemplifying team leadership and dedication to the program. Also during his collegiate career he competed with AFC Cleveland at a semi-professional NPSL level.
As a prep player at Massillon Perry High School in Ohio, Capuano was a four year Varsity letter-winner and 3 year captain. He was voted All-Ohio in 2009 as a Senior and graduated as a 2x First Team All-Region, County, and Conference award winner. He remains the only player in Massillon Perrys history to sign a Division 1 national letter of intent to play soccer in college. Club-wise he played one season for the Cleveland Internationals USSDA u18 squad, and prior to that was a State Cup Champion with Ohio Select Futbol Club based out of Cleveland, OH.
Goalkeeper Recruiting Coordinator
Seattle
Division 1
Seattle University mens soccer has announced the hiring of Jake Feener as an assistant coach for the 2018 season. Feener, a 2014 graduate, joins Coach Pete Fewings staff.
Feener has been the goalkeeper coach at Oral Roberts for the last three years. He helped the team advance to the 2015 Summit League finals.
Feener appeared in 51 matches as SUs goalkeeper. As a senior in 2013, he was named All-WAC First Team after leading the nation in saves with 162. The Rocklin, California, native recorded a 1.38 goals against average in 24 starts. Feener compiled an .821 save percentage and five shutouts. He was chosen WAC Tournament MVP, leading the Redhawks to their first WAC Championship title.
For two seasons, Feener played for the Tulsa Roughnecks of the United Soccer League. He started 28 matches and picked up a USL Player of the Week award.
In 2017, Seattle U won its third WAC Championship in the last five years. It won, 3-2 in overtime, at Washington in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Fewing has guided SU to at least 11 wins in each of the last five seasons-one of five Division I programs to achieve the feat
Head Coach
Worcester Poly
Division 3
Steph Riley-Schafer, who touts eight winning seasons and NEWMAC tournament appearances, brings an 93-45-20 (.652) record into her 10th season at the helm of the Engineers in 2022.
The Engineers finished the season ranked fourth in the NCAA Division III Region II rankings after posting an 11-6-3 mark to record the sixth-straight season WPI won at least 10 games in a single season under head coach Steph Riley-Schafer in 2021. WPI tallied 10 team shutouts while holding opponents to a 0.92 goals-against average. Riley-Schafers team battled in tough matchups throughout the season including a comeback victory over nationally-ranked MIT which broke their 15-match winning, 18-match conference regular season winning, and 46-match unbeaten streaks. WPIs push continued through a pair of scoreless outings against Babson including a 3-2 shootout victory in the opening round of the NEWMAC Tournament before falling to No. 9 MIT in the semifinal round.
Riley-Schafer and co-head coach Sue Silva were named 2021 NEWMAC Women's Soccer Coaches of the Year with Sofia Orrico and Annika Keck earning All-NEWMAC first team and Grace Casey garnering second team praise. Other accomplishments for Riley-Schafers program include United Soccer Coaches Region II first team selections for Orrico and Keck, NEWISA Bowl Selections for Orrico and Jenna Hirshfeld in addition to a CoSIDA Academic All-America honor for Hirshfeld.
In 2019, WPI equaled the school records for victories in a season with 16 and reached the NEWMAC Tournament championship game for the second time in four seasons under seven-year head coach Steph Riley-Schafer. The season rewarded the efforts on the field and in the classroom of Senior goalkeeper Mandy St. Germain, who was selected to the Division III Women's Soccer Academic All-America first team by CoSIDA. Four time All- NEWMAC Senior Midfielder, Kristen McCrea earned her second straight USC All-East Region Award, as well as, her second CoSIDA Women's Soccer Academic All- District accolade. Junior Leah Beauton and first year Annika Keck were also recognized as all NEWMAC players.
In 2017 and 2018, Kristen McCrea was first team All-NEWMAC honoree, while Gabi Hoops garnered first teams honors and Leah Beauton picked up second team accolades in 2018. Both years WPI tied nationally-ranked MIT, preventing Cambridge's Engineers perfect seasons both times.
The 2016 season featured a number of program firsts culminating with their first NEWMAC Championship, NCAA tournament appearance and NSCAA Regional Coaching Staff of the Year honors. The 16-2-3 club boasted the best single-season winning percentage (.833) while being the first to host any round of the conference tournament, as well as the semifinals and finals following a 8-1-1 conference schedule. The Engineers traveled to Geneva, NY and played a double overtime draw with Trinity (CT), who advanced via penalty kicks.
Individually, Hoops was named as the first-ever NEWMAC Defensive Player of the Year while McCrea was tabbed as the second in program history to garner NEWMAC Rookie of the Year honors and Schafer was selected by her peers as the NEWMAC Coach of the Year. Susannah Gray joined McCrea on the All-NEWMAC first team.
The 2015 season (11-5-3, 5-3-2 NEWMAC) was successful on the field and off with Emily Doherty racking up a number of All-America honors, including a pair of academic accolades from CoSIDA and the NSCAA. The team also bested Springfield for the first time in program history. Doherty was an All-NEWMAC first teamer while Gray was a second team honoree for the second consecutive year.
In 2014, the team went 8-7-4 overall, with a conference record of 5-2-3 making it to the NEWMAC quarterfinals for the second year in-a-row. With the success of 2014 campaign the team posted back-to-back winning seasons for only the third time in program history and first time since 2003-04.
In her first season at WPI, Schafer posted a 10-7-2 record (4-5-1 NEWMAC) which qualified the Crimson and Gray for the NEWMAC tournament for the first time since 2010. Megan Forti was the lone WPI All-NEWMAC representative with a first team nod.
Prior to Riley-Schafer coming to WPI she was the top assistant at Division I Wagner College. She was heavily involved with the Seahawks in designing and implementing practice and training sessions as well as in recruiting. Riley-Schafer also took an active role in academic monitoring, scheduling, team travel and fundraising. Prior to her time at Wagner, she spent three seasons as an assistant at Curry College where she helped the Colonels reached the CCC Tournament in 2008 and 2010.
Riley-Schafer also spent five seasons with the Boston Breakers serving as the Senior Team Coordinator, Equipment Manager, Team Manager and Director of Operations over those five seasons. Among her many duties, Riley-Schafer managed player personnel, coordinated practice and game schedules, organized team travel and oversaw the host family program that places 20+ athletes in rent-free housing.
A native of the Philadelphia area, Riley-Schafer played collegiately at Division I Temple University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in sports and recreation management with a minor in business. In 2013, she graduated from Wagner with her master's in secondary education with a social studies concentration.
Assistant Coach
Washington and Lee
Division 3
Coach Rob will begin his third season as the assistant coach at Washington and Lee University in the Fall 2024 season.
In his 2 years as an assistant coach, he has helped guide W&L to a 27-6-9 record with back-to-back appearances in the NCAA Tournament.
Coach Rob comes to W&L after serving for the past 2 years as the Womens Soccer Graduate Assistant Coach at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin. In 2021, Carthage was 1 win away from making the CCIW Tournament.
Coach Rob came to Carthage from Wartburg College in Iowa where he served as the womens assistant coach for two seasons and as the mens assistant coach for one season. In his two seasons with the womens program, the Knights went 28-9-4 winning a conference championship, made two appearances in the NCAA Tournament, along with finishing Top 25 in the country in Division III in 2019. In his first season with the mens program, the Knights went 8-8-2 and made an appearance in their conference tournament. Tomecek assisted in all facets of the programs during his time at Wartburg.
Before Wartburg, Coach Rob was at Benet Academy in Lisle, Ill., where he was the assistant coach for the girl's varsity soccer team. In 2018, he helped guide the team to a 20-4-1 record and its first appearance in the IHSA Supersectionals since 2012. The 20 wins that season also set a program record. He was also named the East Suburban Catholic Conference Co-Assistant Coach of the Year. Tomecek worked primarily with the defenders, and also worked as a volunteer assistant coach for the girl's varsity team since 2012 before becoming a full-time assistant in 2018.
Tomecek was a four-year starter as a defender for Macalester College. In 2015, he helped the Scots win the MIAC regular-season championship, finish undefeated during the regular season including an appearance in the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2010.
Tomecek graduated from Macalester in December of 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics graduated with his Masters Degree in Education from Carthage in 2022.
Assistant Coach
Vassar
Division 3
Head Coach
Colby ME
Division 3
April 2022-present - Colby Women's Soccer Head Coach
October 2021-present - assistant coach New Zealand Women's National Team
February 2010-February 2016 - Head Women's Soccer Coach at Northeastern University (5 straight CAA Tournament appearances; 2 CAA Tournament Championships; 1 CAA regular season Championship; 2 NAA tournament berths; 2014 CAA and Mid-Atlantic coach of the year))
August 2007-February 2010 - Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at Harvard University -2 Ivy League Championships and 2 NCAA Tournament berths
2005-2006 - Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at Arizona State University - 1 NCAA Tournament berth
Jan. 2004-Dec. 2004- US Women's National Team Assistant Coach - 2004 Olympic God Medalist
Jan. 2000-Dec. 2003-US U19 Women's National Team Head Coach - 2002 Youth World Champion
June 1993-Jan. 2000-Head Women's Soccer Coach at Clemson University - 6 straight NCAA Tournament berths - 2 elite 8's and 1 sweet 16; Clemson Athletic Hall of Fame
1995-1997-US U21 Women's National Team Assistant Coach
August 1991-June 1993 - Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at Creighton University
Playing career: US Women's National Team 1987-1991 - 1991 World Champion
1985-1989 UNC-Chapel Hill - 3 time National Champion and 3 time all American
Assistant Coach
Rhodes
Division 3
Kirk was a standout defenseman for the Castleton University Spartans from 2015-2018 that saw him in the starting lineup for all 80 games that he suited up for. He ended his career as one of the most heralded players in team history. Three times Kirk was selected as a first-team All-North Atlantic Conference selection, while also garnering NAC All-Academic recognition as well. He was also the first player to ever be named the Defensive Player of the Year in back-to-back years (2016-17). Kirk helped lead the Spartans to the 2017 NAC regular season and tournament championships, which then gave the team a berth in the NCAA tournament. He was captain of the the team in both his junior and senior seasons, and was Castleton's first All-New England Player award winner, as voted on by the United Soccer Coaches.
Following his playing career, Kirk stayed at Castleton as a grad assistant for two seasons, followed by one year as a full-time assistant. He also coached at Summit FC, based out of Rutland, VT for 4 years. Kirk coached U12, U16, and U19 boys, as well as U19 girls. He received his bachelor of science in Physical Education, and a masters degree in Athletic Leadership.
Assistant Coach
Carnegie Mellon
Division 3
Christopher Moraga was hired as a full-time assistant coach for the Tartans women's soccer program in March 2018.
"Chris will be an excellent addition to our staff," said Struble. "He is a believer in Division III athletics and knows the national landscape of D3 women's soccer. We had an excellent group of candidates for the position but feel Chris is the one that will help us take the next step in achieving our team goals."
With more than 10 years of coaching experience, Moraga will join the Carnegie Mellon coaching staff after a five-year stint at Whittier College in Whittier, California. Moraga served as an assistant coach at Whittier, helping to lead the Poets to the NCAA tournament for just the second time in school history after winning the 2017 Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC).
Additionally, Moraga has experience as a club and high school coach, as he got his start with the Crusaders Soccer Club in San Diego, California. While at Whittier, Moraga also worked as a staff coach and college advisor for the Fullerton Rangers, and as a staff coach for U.S. Youth Soccer.
"I would like to thank head coach Yon Struble for giving me this amazing opportunity to be a part of a world class institution that strives for excellence in the classroom and on the field," said Moraga. "During my interview process I was blown away by the passion and pride the administration and players have for Carnegie Mellon; I knew instantly that CMU is the institution that I wanted to call my next home and can't wait to be part of the Tartan family!"
Moraga holds his National C and National Youth License coaching certifications from the United States Soccer Federation, received his Premier Coaching Diploma from United Soccer Coaches and was a 30 Under 30 Program selection in 2016.
Head Coach
Augsburg
Division 3
Dr. Mike Navarre (Wisconsin '96) will be entering his 23rd season as head Augsburg's women's soccer coach in 2021. Navarre has led a rebirth in Augsburg's women's soccer fortunes during his tenure, developing the Auggies into a team that consistently challenges for prominence in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, considered one of the toughest NCAA Division III women's soccer conferences in the country.
Augsburg Coaching Highlights:
2020-21: Led the Auggies to a 2-3 overall record. Season was shortened; no MIAC standings or playoffs due to COVID-19 pandemic.
2019: Led the Auggies to a co-MIAC regular-season championship with a 9-1-1 mark in MIAC play, finishing 15-4-2 overall -- its eigth straight season with 10 or more overall wins. Augsburg received an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III national playoffs for the 3rd time in the past six seasons, and defeated Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology 1-0 in overtime to advance to the second round of the NCAA tournament.
2018: Led the Auggies to a 14-7-0 overall record -- its seventh straight season with 10 or more overall wins. The Auggies finish third in the regular season standings and earned a berth in the MIAC postseason playoffs, reaching the championship game.
2017: Led the Auggies to the MIAC regular-season championship with an 8-1-2 mark in MIAC play, finishing 12-4-2 overall -- its sixth straight season with 10 or more overall wins and seventh straight season with six or more wins in MIAC play.
2016: Led the Auggies to a school-record 18-5-0 record and 8-3-0 mark in MIAC play, winning the MIAC postseason playoffs and earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III national tournament for the second time in a three-year span. Claimed 2-0 win over Milwaukee School of Engineering in the first round.
2015: Led the Auggies to a 14-6-0 overall record and a berth in the MIAC postseason playoffs for the third time in a four-year span, reaching the semifinals.
2014: Led the team to its first-ever MIAC regular-season and playoff championships, reaching the NCAA Division III national playoffs for the first time. Defeated UW-Oshkosh 1-0 in overtime to advance to the second round of NCAA tournament.
2013: Led team to 10-3-5 overall record, just missing out on a post in the four-team MIAC postseason playoffs. The 10 wins marked the seventh time in Navarre's tenure, and second season in a row, that the Auggies have recorded double-digit victories.
2012: Led team to 12-5-3 overall record, earning a trip to the MIAC postseason playoffs for the first time since 2007. The 12 wins are the second-most in a single season in school history. Augsburg reached the MIAC playoff championship for the first time in its five trips to the MIAC playoffs.
2011: Led team to 9-8-1 overall record and fifth-place finish in MIAC regular-season standings; scored a 2-1 win over St. Thomas on Sept. 24 to earn the program's first-ever road win against the Tommies; earned 100th career win with 1-0 victory over Bethel on Sept. 13.
2008: Led team to 10-4-4 overall record and third-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; recorded eight wins and three ties in the teams first 10 games of the season; defeated MIAC playoff participant St. Benedict 1-0 on Oct. 25.
2007: Led team to a 9-7-3 season record and third-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; qualified for the MIAC post-season playoffs for the fourth-consecutive season; seven conference wins matched the highest total in school history.
2006: Finished the season with a 10-6-2 overall record and fourth-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; qualified for MIAC postseason playoffs for third-consecutive season; defeated MIAC playoff participant Carleton 1-0 on Sept. 23.
2005: Led team to 8-3-7 overall record and fourth-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; earned second consecutive MIAC postseason playoff berth; won or tied first 11 games of the season including 4-1 win over MIAC playoff participant Concordia-Moorhead on Oct. 11.
2004: Led team to 10-8-0 season record and third-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; recorded school record seven conference wins, and qualified for the MIAC postseason playoffs for the first time in school history.
2003: Recorded 11-5-2 overall record and sixth-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; 5-4-2 conference record marked the first time since 1996 that the program finished above .500 in MIAC play.
2002: Led team to 11-5-2 season record and sixth-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; 11 victories marked the second-highest total in school history.
1999: Recorded first career win as Augsburg women's head coach on Oct. 15, 1999 with a 1-0 double overtime win against Hamline University.
Navarre has led the Auggies to consistent successful seasons, ten berths in the MIAC postseason playoffs in the last 15 years, multiple all-conference and all-region selections, and a reputation of talented, hard-working student-athletes are the products of the growth and success of Augsburg womens soccer under Navarre, who has built a strong program based on solid fundamental play, strong defense and an attacking offense.
Navarre enters the 2021 season with a 218-134-44 (.606) record with the Auggies, more than double the combined number of wins by the prior five coaches (76-138-11) in the first 14 seasons of Augsburgs womens soccer program. Since 2002, Augsburg has a 202-100-47 (.646) record, including a 117-52-25 (.668) record in MIAC play and .500-or-better conference records all but one season in that span.
Assistant Coach
Oklahoma Christian
NAIA
[Roger Peron](https://oceagles.com/staff.aspxstaff=155), who served as a graduate assistant coach under current Oklahoma Christian women's soccer coach [Evan Dresel](https://oceagles.com/staff.aspxstaff=153) last season at Mid-America Christian, has joined Dresel's staff at OC as the assistant coach.
Originally from London, England, Peron attended MACU and played for the Evangels' men's team during the 2017 and 2018 seasons. He graduated from MACU in May 2019.
He spent time as an assistant coach at Coastal Bend (Texas) College before returning to MACU for the 2020-21 academic year to serve under Dresel. MACU posted a 15-3 mark this past season with Peron on the staff.
"I had the pleasure of coaching Roger at MACU, and most recently he was my GA there," Dresel said. Having played for me he understands the way I want things done in the team. He is a great addition both on the coaching side and in recruiting."
Head Coach
Stonehill
Division 2
Alex (Eckhardt) Wilson, 08, recently completed her eighth (2020) season as head coach of the Stonehill College Women's Soccer program. She took charge of the program after being promoted from assistant coach in June, 2013. Wilson has led the Skyhawks to three NCAA appearances in the last four seasons including the 2016 Northeast-10 Tournament Championship.
Head Coach
Southwestern (TX)
Division 3
Hamilton enters her ninth season as head coach of the Southwestern women's soccer team. Hamilton brings a wealth of experience to the program, both as a player and coach. She played collegiately at North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina, earning All-America status and all-conference honors all four years. She was named the Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Year in 1988. Hamilton went to play for the United States National Team, where she played in 82 international matches. She helped the team to a World Cup gold medal in 1991 and bronze in 1995. Southwestern won the SCAC Conference Title in 2019 for the first time in program history and made their first NCAA appearance. Hamilton has been named SCAC Coach of the year in 2016 & 2018.
Assistant Coach
Lewis
Division 2
I finished my first year as an assistant coach with Lewis University Womens Soccer team. I have a strong soccer background, specifically as a player. I competed competitively in club with Sockers FC, was a member of the ODP Region II team multiple years, and in and out of youth National Team camps. I played division I college soccer at the University of Kentucky and was a captain my junior and senior year. Also, I played a year of soccer professionally in the NWSL with the Chicago Red Stars.
Head Coach
Fresno Pacific
Division 2
I am the head coach at Fresno Pacific University. We are a private-Christian University located in Fresno, CA. We compete in the PacWest Conference at the NCAA Division II level.
Mississippi College
Division 2
Assistant Coach
Lewis & Clark (OR)
Division 3
Assistant Coach
Ohio Wesleyan
Division 3
Graduate Assistant Coach
Mercyhurst
Division 2
From Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Previous scholar Goalkeeper for Clarion University of PA. First team All-Conference 2019.
Received a bachelors in athletic training.
Finishing a masters in organizational leadership and my second year as a graduate assistant coach.
Coached 2 seasons for Clarion River strikers youth soccer.
Recent club goalkeeper coach for Milcreek Soccer Academy.
Assistant Coach
Allegheny College (PA)
Division 3
Max Fowler was tabbed Allegheny College's assistant men's soccer coach prior to the 2022 fall season.
Fowler joins the Gators with a long history of success at all levels of soccer. In 2017, he founded the Athletic Club of Sloan's Lake, an adult soccer club in the Sloan's Lake neighborhood of Lakewood, Colorado. In his role as director, Fowler oversaw all aspects of the club, including all business and marketing functions, in addition to competitive and match day operations. Sloan's Lake has competed in the Colorado Premier League, the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL), the U.S. Open Cup, and U.S. Amateur Cup.
An Ohio native, Fowler also spent time in the Centennial State as a coach for the Colorado Rapids Academy from 2011-13. He was the head coach for the U18 and U12 boys' teams. From 2013-15, he assisted the Division III women's team at Johnson and Wales University in Denver.
Fowler began coaching at the high school level. He was named the youngest head coach in school history at both the Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School in Chardon, Ohio, in 1997, and at Kenston High School in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, in 1999. While at Kenston, he earned league Coach of the Year accolades.
As a student-athlete in the mid-90s, Fowler suited up for Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio. As a non-traditional student in 2011, Fowler graduated from the Metropolitan State University of Denver with an arts degree. He also possesses a National B License from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF).
Head Coach
Illinois Tech
NAIA
Colwell just completed his twelfth season with the Illinois Tech soccer program and also serves as the department's Senior Associate Director of Athletics. Colwell begins his ninth season as head coach of the men's soccer team.
Colwell, a native of South Bend, Indiana, was assistant women's coach for Saint Mary's College in 2009 and assistant men's soccer and goalkeeper coach Bethel College in 2008. The Pilots advanced to the NAIA National Tournament that season. He was also the Assistant Director of Coaching for the Junior Irish Soccer Club for three seasons.
Prior to that, Colwell was head coach for both the men's and women's teams at NCAA DIII Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, for five seasons. At Lakeland, Colwell guided the women's team to two NCAA Tournament appearances, three conference tournament championships and three regular season conference championships in five seasons.
Before Lakeland, Colwell served as the Assistant Mens and Womens Soccer Coach at Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky. During the 2000-01 Season the women advanced to NAIA Regional Semi-finals and were ranked 10th in the nation. The mens team finished 13-5-2. Colwell began his coaching career as Assistant Mens Soccer Coach at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana from 1998-2000. Earlham was a Division III National Tournament participant in 1998 and set school record for wins in a season in 1999 with a 16-3-1 record.
He holds his USSF B, NSCAA Advanced National, NSCAA Youth National, and his Scottish Football Association B License.
Head Coach
Madonna
NAIA
Education:
Michigan State University - Bachelor of Arts: Hotel Restaurant Management (1992)
Experience:
Madonna University, Head Coach (2017-Present)Midway University, Mens Soccer Assistant Coach (2016)St. Catharine College, Head Coach (2006-2016)Spalding University, Head Coach (1995-2004)
Coaching Highlights
Three WHAC All-Conference First TeamNine WHAC All-Conference Second TeamFour WHAC All-Newcomer Team17 Daktronic-NAIA Scholar-AthletesFour CoSIDA Academic All-DistrictOne CoSIDA Academic All-American22 WHAC All-Academic TeamHolds career wins record at St. Catharine (86) and Spalding (63)NJCAA Region VII Champion (2007)NJCAA Region VII mens runner-up (2006, 07)
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Team:
Six NAIA Scholar Teams
CERTIFICATES
United State Soccer Federation C licenseNational Soccer Coaches Association of America State and Regional Goalkeeping DiplomasNSCAA National Diploma
Personal Information:
Patton currently resides in Redford, MI.
Graduate Assistant
Olivet Nazarene
NAIA
Coach Joseph joined ONU women's soccer coaching staff in 2017. Under Head Coach Bill Bahr and staff, ONU women's soccer has won CCAC conference championships in 2016, 2017, and in 2019 clinched both the regular-season title and conference tournament championship title. They have also developed 24 CCAC All-Conference players in the past four years, and made 2 NAIA National Tournament appearance in the last three seasons.
As a player Coach Joseph won an NAIA National Championship in 2015, was an NAIA National Tournament Runner up in 2016, and an NAIA National Tournament Sweet 16 finalist in 2014. She also had the opportunity to play Semi-professional soccer for the Buxmont Torch in Perkasie, Pennsylvania.
Coach Joseph holds a USSF D coaching license and also coaches U11 boys for the local club in Bourbonnais, IL- Southland Strikers FC
Assistant Coach
Maryland
Division 1
Head coach Meghan Ryan Nemzer officially named Alex Ng to her staff as an assistant coach on January 7. Regarded as one of the fastest rising young coaches in college soccer, Ng brings a dynamic skill set to College Park blending sports performance, video analysis and on field tactics.
" I am excited to add Alex to the coaching staff. In just a short amount of time he has established himself as one of the top and upcoming coaches in the game. He is a great recruiter and has tremendous ties to the DMV area. He is returning to the Big Ten where his knowledge of the league and passion for developing players will have an immediate impact on our student-athletes. His love for the game and his experience will only enhance our championship vision for the program. "
Ng (pronounced ING) comes to Maryland after two seasons at Richmond, joining the Spiders staff prior to the spring 2021 season. He helped lead Richmond to a six-win improvement this past fall, as the Spiders secured seven wins and advanced to their first Atlantic 10 Tournament appearance in seven years. Richmond finished the season with the program's most conference wins since 2011, and all five of those wins came by way of a shutout, which is also the most conference shutouts since 2011.
This past fall, Ng was named to the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Program, one of just 17 college coaches across the sport to make the list.
" I want to thank Meg and Maryland Soccer for giving me the opportunity to join this exciting staff and program, said Ng. I am honored to embark on this journey at an institution with the academic and athletic pedigree as the University of Maryland. What excited me most about this team was the immense potential for success for this program with the growing athletic department, administrative support, resources for student athlete development, upcoming facilities upgrades and above all else the chance to work and learn from someone like Meg. The chance to collaborate and work with some high quality people and coaches was too attractive to pass up. I am eager to meet the players and dive into training so we can work to bring Maryland back to being a perennial power in the Big Ten and the nation. "
Prior to his time at Richmond, Ng served on the coaching staff at Big Ten counterpart Indiana as a volunteer assistant coach. He also held the role of video analyst for the Hoosiers in 2019. He oversaw all aspects of sports performance, including training periodization, training and match warm ups, weight lifting program, formulating individual athlete development plans and offseason programing.
Ng has also worked with US Soccer as a video analyst attending various US Youth National Team Camps. Ng was one of the youngest full-time video analysts in NCAA women's soccer in 2019, helping develop and implement all video operations within the program.
Prior to Indiana, Ng spent four seasons as a student assistant with Valparaiso Women's Soccer, where he assisted with game day and training sessions, as well as operated the team's video and performance analysis systems. In addition, he created and ran the team's social media accounts. Ng was also a student-athlete at Valparaiso, completing his undergraduate research thesis on a soccer injury movement screen while serving as the football team's punter all four seasons.
In addition to his time with Indiana and Valparaiso, Ng has coached with a variety of club teams such as Valpo Soccer Club, Cutters Soccer Club and the Royal Palm Beach Strikers. He also spent a summer as assistant coach and game day operations coordinator for Detroit Sun FC, who advanced to the National Championship Tournament of the United Women's Soccer League.
Ng, who graduated Valparaiso with a degree in Exercise Science, has also earned his United States Soccer Federation "C" License and holds a United Soccer Coaches National Diploma. He also holds his National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification.
Ng is also an Executive Council Member of NSCA Soccer Special Interest Group (SIG). In this role, he works to bridge the gap between traditional strength and conditioning coaches and soccer coaches by sharing information between industries, and continues to lead the organization of an annual conference of Soccer Strength and Conditioning Professionals.
Associate Head Coach
Elon
Division 1
Elon Associate Head Coach
Graduate Assistant
Clark (MA)
Division 3
Clark University Graduate Assistant
Played 4 years NCAA Division 2
Represented Liverpool, Manchester United and Preston North End youth academies
Represented England at national level for independent schools
Assistant Coach
St. Lawrence
Division 3
Head Soccer Coach
Agnes Scott
Division 3
Mara Primmer enters her first year as the head coach of the Agnes Scott women's soccer program after being [named](https://www.ascscotties.com/sports/wsoc/2020-21/releases/20200831e8xp9u) to lead it on August 31, 2020.
Primmer comes to Agnes Scott after serving as the head coach and assistant athletic director of recruiting at Wells College for the last six years.
Prior to joining Wells in 2014, Primmer served as an Assistant Coach at SUNY Oneonta. With Primmer's assistance, the Red Dragons claimed the SUNYAC Championship in womens soccer following a 13-5-3 overall record in 2013 and went on to participate in the NCAA Division III Tournament on the campus of William Smith College in Geneva, N.Y. During their SUNYAC Championship run, Primmer was tasked with scouting, recruiting, video breakdown, and practice session responsibilities.
Cumulatively, the Red Dragons produced five All-SUNYAC players, three NSCAA All-East Region honorees, and the SUNYAC Player of the Year en route to their 12th championship title in school history the most of any SUNYAC school. Primmer was also tasked with womens lacrosse responsibilities during her tenure, focusing primarily on strength and conditioning.
Primmer also served as a Graduate Assistant womens soccer coach at Southern Connecticut State University during the 2009-10 season, assisting all aspects of the NCAA Division II program. In addition to her collegiate coaching experience, Primmer has assisted at the Headwaters Soccer Camp, the Oneonta Soccer Club, and the South Central Premier Club. She also has lengthy experience as a personal trainer, implementing soccer-specific conditioning programs to improve speed, endurance, power, and agility.
Primmer has played professionally in South-Western Germany within the Womens Bundesliga for 1.FC Saarbrucken, SV Dirmingen, and SV Furpach. At SV Furpach, Primmer played and started all games as a defensive central midfielder and an outside attacking midfielder. Her team was voted as the top team in the greater area of Neunkirchen, Saarland, Germany twice and her squadron finished second overall in the Regionalliga, missing promotion to Bundesliga by only one point.
Prior to becoming the Graduate Assistant for the Owls, Primmer played as a redshirt senior for Southern Connecticut State during the 2008-09 womens soccer season. Primmer and the Owls qualified for the Northeast-10 Conference tournament for the first time in three years Primmer scored a goal in the semifinal game against Southern New Hampshire University which proved to be the schools first playoff victory in nearly four seasons.
A 2008 graduate from NCAA Division I St. Bonaventure University, Primmer played three seasons of womens soccer for the Bonnies and scored eight points via three goals and two assists (3-2=8) in 43 games at midfield. Prior to college, Primmer played for the Adirondack Lynx, a semi-professional womens soccer team. She was also a member of the Blackwatch Soccer Club and attended Oneonta High School in Oneonta, N.Y.
Primmer is bilingual in English and German.
Head Coach
Converse
Division 2
23 years head coaching experience. 270 career wins
Head Coach
Knox
Division 3
Assistant Coach
Cal Lutheran
Division 3
[Bio](https://www.clusports.com/information/directory/bios/frame_brentonview=bio)
Brenton Frame is currently in his second season as an assistant coach for California Lutheran University Women's Soccer Program.
Frame grew up locally, playing for Thousand Oaks High School, leading his team to a Marmonte League Championship as the team captain and leading scorer in 2011. Following high school, Frame continued his education and playing career at Sonoma State University.
Frame began his collegiate career earning honors such as Most Improved Player, All CCAA Tournament Team and SSUs Freshman Athlete of The Year in 2012. During his time at Sonoma State, Frame totaled 19 goals and 10 assists throughout the regular season. He was featured on the Deans List, received the Directors Award, won multiple all-league selection awards, and was voted Team Offensive MVP for two consecutive years. He graduated with a B.S. degree in Kinesiology and a minor in Philosophy. Following graduation, Frame began working as a Certified Personal Trainer and part time soccer coach.
His first coaching experience was at Technology High School in Rohnert Park, CA as the Head Varsity Soccer Coach. He led the team to the most wins in school history in 2016. His second year of coaching soccer was at Rancho Cotate High School in Rohnert Park, CA. That team finished 18-4, achieving the most wins in school history and made a state semifinal appearance. Frame currently coaches boys soccer at Eagles Soccer Club and is the assistant soccer coach for girls varsity at Westlake High School. WHS went on to win the league in the 2021/22 season, finishing the season 15-2-1.
In addition to coaching, Frame has played eight years in the National Premier Soccer League. His first 7 years were with the Sonoma County Sol, winning two regional titles, three conference championships, and appearing in two national finals. In 2019, Frame played for the Oxnard Guerreros Football Club and was the leading scorer for his team.
Assistant Coach
Wingate
Division 2
Wingate University Men's Soccer - Assistant Coach and Goalkeeper Coach
UEFA B Goalkeeper License Holder, NSCAA Advanced National GK Diploma
Assistant Coach
Brenau
NAIA
First year Assistant coach at Brenau University. Had been a local High school coach at countryside and Largo high as well as a local club coach. Has US D license, USC GK License, English FA Talent Identification License, DFB-Akademie training center certification.
Assistant Coach
Lyon
NAIA
I am entering my seventh season as the assistant coach for the men's soccer program and have assisted the women's program at Lyon College for 3 years.
During my time with Lyon, the Scots have held a 72-42-7 overall record with the men's program, been in three AMC Championship games, and made two appearances at the NAIA National Tournament. The Scots have been ranked as high as 10th in the country during my tenure. I lead the speed, agility, strength, and conditioning programs for the Scots.
In addition to coaching at Lyon, I spend my summers assisting with the University of North Carolina Women Soccer Camps, which are led and directed by NCAA coaching legend, Anson Dorrance.
As an undergraduate at the University of North Carolina, I was a member of the mens club soccer team where I served as the vice president and led the squad to a regional tournament championship in 2011. I also played for the Triangle Brigade FC in 2014 where I led the team to a USASA Region III Championship.
I graduated from North Carolina in 2013 with a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Sport Science with an emphasis in Sports Administration.
As part of our COVID-19 safety plan, the indoor sessions traditionally held on the first day of camp will be shared online.
Sessions will be accessible for the week prior to camp. They are available on-demand and can be completed at the athlete's
convenience.
This approach allows us to continue offering these valuable sessions so athletes arrive to camp ready to maximize the experience,
while still maintaining a safe experience.
Assistant Volunteer Coach
elizabeth_perkins2@baylor.edu
Baylor
Division 1
After playing both collegiate soccer and basketball, I aspire to continue my love for sports and developing people in a coaching context. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Baylor Women's Soccer as the volunteer assistant coach.
Volunteer Assistant Coach
kod@ou.edu
Oklahoma
Division 1
Assistant Coach
kcrump@sports.uga.edu
Georgia
Division 1
Kat Crump is in her first season on the Georgia staff after four seasons as an assistant coach at Furman. In the 2020-21 season, Crump coached goalkeeper Addison Corn to the United Soccer Coaches All-Southeast Region Second Team and the Southern Conference All-Freshman Team as the Paladins finished 8-1-2 and reached the NCAA Tournament. The Paladins posted a winning record in each of her four seasons, with goalkeeper Kellsey Weaver also earning All-SoCon honors in 2019.
Prior to Furman, Crump served as an assistant coach at Jacksonville in 2017 and worked with the goalkeepers for Jacksonville Armada FC. The Huntsville, Alabama native played collegiately at Regis University in Denver, Colorado, starting 60 games in goal and posting 35 wins, a 1.15 goals against average, and 19 shutouts for the Rangers. She also coached with multiple club programs in the Denver area during her collegiate career. She graduated from Regis in 2017 with a degree in Health and Exercise Science.
Assistant Coach
mkr0043@auburn.edu
Auburn
Division 1
Director of Operations
rthomp5@clemson.edu
Clemson
Division 1
Rob Thompson joined the Clemson mens soccer program prior to the 2017 season. Prior to coming to Clemson, Thompson was heavily involved in coaching both youth and college soccer in New Hampshire since 1993.
Thompson spent 24 years coaching at Seacoast United Soccer Club (SUSC), New Hampshires premier youth sports club. He most recently served as the College Recruiting Coordinator and Director of premier HS age teams in the club. This past year, he coached two Seacoast teams to state titles. Both the 2000 girls NPL team and the 2004 boys NPL team won the US Club NH State Championship. His 2004 boys NPL team advanced to the US Club national championship tournament.
Thompson spent 20 years as the head coach of mens soccer at University of New Hampshire. Thompson is currently UNHs all-time wins leader, and he was honored as America East Coach of the Year in 2006 and 2009. His Wildcats won an America East regular season title in 2009, and their undefeated conference regular season record of 6-0-1 in that same year was the first by any America East team since 1997. He led UNH to conference semi-finals six times (2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013) and advanced to America East conference title games in 2010 and 2012, dropping both in penalty kick shootouts after drawing 0-0 both times. UNH squads were nationally ranked in 1993, 1994, 1997 and 2005. His teams led the America East conference in best discipline record 14 out of 15 years, and they finished in the top three in national Division I NSCAA fair play rankings three times (2009, 2012, 2013). His program had a record eight straight NSCAA team academic awards from 2007-2014.
Thompson was named US Soccer Development Academy (USSDA) Regional Coach of the Year in 2008. He led the Seacoast United U18 Academy Team to its only USSDA playoff berth in club history in 2011. He coached the Seacoast United U17 boys team to the USL Super Y League championship match in 2007, and that same team went to the USYSA Region 1 final in 2007, finishing with a No. 8 national ranking. From 1998 to 2006, he led Seacoast United youth teams to eight New Hampshire state USYSA titles. He was also a member of the USYSA Region 1 Olympic Development Staff from 1994 to 2007.
By coming to Clemson, Thompson is reuniting with head coach Mike Noonan, as the two coached together at UNH in 1993 and 1994. During that two-year span, the Wildcats were nationally ranked and had the best two-year win percentage in UNH history. The duo also coached UNH to its only NCAA tournament appearance in program history. While Thompson's been at Clemson, the Tigers have achieved national rankings each season while winning an ACC regular season division title in 2019 , 2020, and 2021 and the ACC tournament championship in 2020, finishing the fall as the #1 ranked team in the nation. 2021 culminated in Clemson winning their third National Championship. This past season, Clemson won both the 2023 ACC title, and won their 4th National Championship. Since Thompson has been at Clemson, the Tigers have won three regular season ACC division titles, two ACC championships, two National Championships, had two #1 MLS draft picks, and had two Hermann Trophy Honorees.
Volunteer Assistant Coach
hsharma@utk.edu
Tennessee
Division 1
Hemant Sharma rejoined the Tennessee soccer coaching staff as a volunteer assistant coach in the spring of 2021. He previously served as a member of UT's coaching staff from 2004 to 2012 and served as the team's director of operations under current head coach Brian Pensky from 2012 to 2014.
In his previous stint with the Lady Vols, Sharma was a part of three SEC championship teams (2004, 05, 08) and three NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen appearances (2004, 2005, 2007). He also helped to coordinate the Lady Vol soccer team's involvement in TOPSOCCER, a program for disabled athletes.
Between his stints at UT, Sharma worked with goalkeepers for several other Tennessee colleges, including the Maryville College men's and women's soccer teams, the UT-Chattanooga women's soccer team, the Tennessee Wesleyan women's soccer team and the Carson-Newman men's and women's soccer teams. He was a part of the Maryville College coaching staff when the men's team won conference tournament titles in 2016 and 2018, and when the women's team captured a conference tournament crown in 2019. Each of those teams appeared in the NCAA Division III Tournament. Prior to arriving in Knoxville, Hemant worked with goalkeepers for the University of Colorado women's soccer team as a volunteer assistant coach.
Sharma has worked with goalkeepers for two semi-pro men's teams, the Boulder Rapids Reserves of the Premier Development League, and the Knoxville Force of the National Premier Soccer League.
Hemant also has served as Director of Goalkeeping for the Tennessee ODP program for boys and girls since 2012, and has been a member of the South Region girls ODP staff since 2017.
He has been the Director of Goalkeeping for FC Alliance since 2009. During that time span, FC Alliance has produced more than 40 collegiate goalkeepers and sent two goalkeepers on to MLS academies.
During his playing career at Cornell University, the Short Hills, New Jersey, native earned All-Ivy League and All-Region honors, and played in the 1996 NCAA Tournament. In his senior year, he set a school record for shutouts in a season as his team finished ranked in the nation's top 25. Sharma proved equally adept in the classroom as he was a member of the Dean's List and the winner of the prestigious James E. Rice writing prize.
After college, Sharma was a draft pick of all three major professional indoor soccer leagues that existed in the U.S. in the late 1990s (NPSL, WISL, EISL). He was a first-round draft pick of the Buffalo Blizzard of the National Professional Soccer League and a fifth-round draft pick of the Arizona Thunder of the World Indoor Soccer League. He played five years of pro indoor soccer.
Sharma also held coaching positions at his alma mater, serving as an assistant coach for the Cornell women's team in 2001 and the men's team in 2000.
Hemant is a 1997 graduate of Cornell, with a bachelor of arts in English and a certificate in Financial Management. He received a PhD in Political Science from the University of Tennessee in the summer of 2009 and was the first recipient of the University of Tennessee's Otis Stephens Fellowship, granted for excellence in the study of American politics.
Sharma currently teaches in the University of Tennessee's Political Science Department and has co-authored three textbooks: An Introduction to the American Legal System, which was released by Wolters Kluwer publishers of New York; Administrative Law and Policy, published by Carolina Academic Press; and American Government: The Evolution of a Constitutional Republic, published by Great River Learning.
His published articles include one entitled "The Game is the Best Teacher," which appeared in the United Soccer Coaches' magazine Soccer Journal, and "Cant Play Here: The Decline of Pick-Up Soccer and Social Capital in the USA, published in a journal called Soccer and Society.
Volunteer Assistant Coach
rwcollins16@gmail.com
Alabama
Division 1
Collins completed her collegiate soccer career at Pepperdine University. She now joins the coaching staff at University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa.
cgores@gmail.com
Washington (WA)
Division 1
Chris Gores is in his fifth year as an assistant at Washington on the staff of his former college teammate, Jamie Clark.
During the 2017 season, Gores helped the Huskies again reach the NCAA tournament as UW posted a 12-7-1 overall record. In addition to four victories over NCAA Top 25 teams, Gores helped coach yet another Pac-12 Freshman of the Year in Blake Bodily, who tallied three goals and eight assists. He joined Handwalla Bwana in receiving first-team All-Pac-12 honors with Kyle Coffee, Garrett Jackson, Quentin Pearson and Saif Kerawala earning second-team honors. In addition, Justin Fiddes was selected in the first round of the MLS Superdraft by the Vancouver Whitecaps while Handwalla Bwana signed as a Homegrown Selection with Sounders FC.
2016 saw Gores and the Huskies make it to the third round of the NCAA tournament for the third time in four years. The Huskies went 14-7-0 that year, outscoring the opposition by 15 goals over the 21-game season. Gores helped coach Handwalla Bwana to Pac-12 Freshman of the Year honors, as well as All-Pac-12 honors for Auden Schilder, Henry Wingo, and Justin Schmidt.
In 2015, Gores helped the Huskies to an 8-5-6 record. The team allowed just 13 goals in 19 games. Ryan Herman was named an All-American and First Team All-Pac-12 that year, while Gores helped five other Huskies make it to the All-Pac-12 team.
Gores helped the Huskies to another tremendous season in his first year at UW, finishing with a record of 12-5-3 and a trip to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament in 2014. The Dawgs started the year 9-1-0 and earned their first No. 1 national ranking since 1997, before eventually being named the No. 14 seed in the NSCAA Tournament. Gores coached several players who earned honors in 2014, including Cristian Roldan and Andy Thoma who were named Third Team All-American by the NSCAA. Roldan and Darwin Jones were also each named to the First Team All-Pac-12 Team.
Gores comes to Washington from Florida Gulf Coast where he spent one season. For the Eagles, Gores helped FGCU become the first program in Atlantic Sun Conference history to win four straight regular-season championships courtesy of a 6-1-1 league record. After starting the season 0-5-1, including a loss to Washington, Eagles went 8-1-1 over their final 10 regular-season games. During that span FGCU out-scored its opponents 14-6, including 12-4 in A-Sun action.
Before joining the Eagles, Gores spent three seasons as an assistant coach for the Harvard mens soccer team, where he focused heavily on recruiting, and helped coach the team to numerous upsets against nationally ranked opponents.
Prior to beginning his coaching career, Gores spent eight years playing professionally for five different teams in the United Soccer League. Additionally, Gores served as captain of the Puerto Rico Mens National Team, competing in both the 2010 World Cup qualifiers and the 2005 Digicel Cup.
Gores played collegiately at Stanford alongside Clark, where they led the nation in scoring defense and helped the Cardinal finish second in the NCAA Tournament during the 1998 season. He graduated in 2000 with a degree in international relations.
In 2011 Gores received the FIFA recognized United States Soccer Federation National A License.
Assistant Coach
stewart.flaherty@dartmouth.edu
Dartmouth
Division 1
https://dartmouthsports.com/sports/mens-soccer/roster/coaches/stewart-flaherty/9376
Assistant Women's Soccer Coach
mburke@fairfield.edu
Fairfield
Division 1
The Fairfield University Women's Soccer program has announced the addition of [Megan Burke](https://fairfieldstags.com/staff.aspxstaff=187) as an assistant coach starting with the upcoming 2019 season. Burke, a native of Shelton, Conn., comes to the Stags after serving two seasons as a Graduate Assistant at New Mexico State and a four-year playing career at Mass.
Burke's first taste of coaching at the collegiate level came at New Mexico State as she served as a graduate assistant for two seasons with the Aggies. In her first season in 2017, she helped the Aggies to nine victories, just one shy of the program's single season record set back in 2011. Burke helped coach three All-WAC student-athletes during her time with a pair earning a spot on the conference's First Team while also helping goalkeeper Dmitri Fong to an All-WAC Second Team honor during her first competitive season.
Burke played her collegiate soccer along with fellow Fairfield assistant coach [Sydney Stoll](https://fairfieldstags.com/coaches.aspxrc=430) at UMass after appearing in 71 matches with 69 starts during her four seasons. The midfielder scored 11 times in her career while also handing out eight assists to finish her career with 50 points.
Head Coach
sschafer@wpi.edu
Worcester Poly
Division 3
Steph Riley-Schafer, who touts eight winning seasons and NEWMAC tournament appearances, brings an 93-45-20 (.652) record into her 10th season at the helm of the Engineers in 2022.
The Engineers finished the season ranked fourth in the NCAA Division III Region II rankings after posting an 11-6-3 mark to record the sixth-straight season WPI won at least 10 games in a single season under head coach Steph Riley-Schafer in 2021. WPI tallied 10 team shutouts while holding opponents to a 0.92 goals-against average. Riley-Schafers team battled in tough matchups throughout the season including a comeback victory over nationally-ranked MIT which broke their 15-match winning, 18-match conference regular season winning, and 46-match unbeaten streaks. WPIs push continued through a pair of scoreless outings against Babson including a 3-2 shootout victory in the opening round of the NEWMAC Tournament before falling to No. 9 MIT in the semifinal round.
Riley-Schafer and co-head coach Sue Silva were named 2021 NEWMAC Women's Soccer Coaches of the Year with Sofia Orrico and Annika Keck earning All-NEWMAC first team and Grace Casey garnering second team praise. Other accomplishments for Riley-Schafers program include United Soccer Coaches Region II first team selections for Orrico and Keck, NEWISA Bowl Selections for Orrico and Jenna Hirshfeld in addition to a CoSIDA Academic All-America honor for Hirshfeld.
In 2019, WPI equaled the school records for victories in a season with 16 and reached the NEWMAC Tournament championship game for the second time in four seasons under seven-year head coach Steph Riley-Schafer. The season rewarded the efforts on the field and in the classroom of Senior goalkeeper Mandy St. Germain, who was selected to the Division III Women's Soccer Academic All-America first team by CoSIDA. Four time All- NEWMAC Senior Midfielder, Kristen McCrea earned her second straight USC All-East Region Award, as well as, her second CoSIDA Women's Soccer Academic All- District accolade. Junior Leah Beauton and first year Annika Keck were also recognized as all NEWMAC players.
In 2017 and 2018, Kristen McCrea was first team All-NEWMAC honoree, while Gabi Hoops garnered first teams honors and Leah Beauton picked up second team accolades in 2018. Both years WPI tied nationally-ranked MIT, preventing Cambridge's Engineers perfect seasons both times.
The 2016 season featured a number of program firsts culminating with their first NEWMAC Championship, NCAA tournament appearance and NSCAA Regional Coaching Staff of the Year honors. The 16-2-3 club boasted the best single-season winning percentage (.833) while being the first to host any round of the conference tournament, as well as the semifinals and finals following a 8-1-1 conference schedule. The Engineers traveled to Geneva, NY and played a double overtime draw with Trinity (CT), who advanced via penalty kicks.
Individually, Hoops was named as the first-ever NEWMAC Defensive Player of the Year while McCrea was tabbed as the second in program history to garner NEWMAC Rookie of the Year honors and Schafer was selected by her peers as the NEWMAC Coach of the Year. Susannah Gray joined McCrea on the All-NEWMAC first team.
The 2015 season (11-5-3, 5-3-2 NEWMAC) was successful on the field and off with Emily Doherty racking up a number of All-America honors, including a pair of academic accolades from CoSIDA and the NSCAA. The team also bested Springfield for the first time in program history. Doherty was an All-NEWMAC first teamer while Gray was a second team honoree for the second consecutive year.
In 2014, the team went 8-7-4 overall, with a conference record of 5-2-3 making it to the NEWMAC quarterfinals for the second year in-a-row. With the success of 2014 campaign the team posted back-to-back winning seasons for only the third time in program history and first time since 2003-04.
In her first season at WPI, Schafer posted a 10-7-2 record (4-5-1 NEWMAC) which qualified the Crimson and Gray for the NEWMAC tournament for the first time since 2010. Megan Forti was the lone WPI All-NEWMAC representative with a first team nod.
Prior to Riley-Schafer coming to WPI she was the top assistant at Division I Wagner College. She was heavily involved with the Seahawks in designing and implementing practice and training sessions as well as in recruiting. Riley-Schafer also took an active role in academic monitoring, scheduling, team travel and fundraising. Prior to her time at Wagner, she spent three seasons as an assistant at Curry College where she helped the Colonels reached the CCC Tournament in 2008 and 2010.
Riley-Schafer also spent five seasons with the Boston Breakers serving as the Senior Team Coordinator, Equipment Manager, Team Manager and Director of Operations over those five seasons. Among her many duties, Riley-Schafer managed player personnel, coordinated practice and game schedules, organized team travel and oversaw the host family program that places 20+ athletes in rent-free housing.
A native of the Philadelphia area, Riley-Schafer played collegiately at Division I Temple University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in sports and recreation management with a minor in business. In 2013, she graduated from Wagner with her master's in secondary education with a social studies concentration.
Assistant Coach
robert.j.tomecek@gmail.com
Washington and Lee
Division 3
Coach Rob will begin his third season as the assistant coach at Washington and Lee University in the Fall 2024 season.
In his 2 years as an assistant coach, he has helped guide W&L to a 27-6-9 record with back-to-back appearances in the NCAA Tournament.
Coach Rob comes to W&L after serving for the past 2 years as the Womens Soccer Graduate Assistant Coach at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin. In 2021, Carthage was 1 win away from making the CCIW Tournament.
Coach Rob came to Carthage from Wartburg College in Iowa where he served as the womens assistant coach for two seasons and as the mens assistant coach for one season. In his two seasons with the womens program, the Knights went 28-9-4 winning a conference championship, made two appearances in the NCAA Tournament, along with finishing Top 25 in the country in Division III in 2019. In his first season with the mens program, the Knights went 8-8-2 and made an appearance in their conference tournament. Tomecek assisted in all facets of the programs during his time at Wartburg.
Before Wartburg, Coach Rob was at Benet Academy in Lisle, Ill., where he was the assistant coach for the girl's varsity soccer team. In 2018, he helped guide the team to a 20-4-1 record and its first appearance in the IHSA Supersectionals since 2012. The 20 wins that season also set a program record. He was also named the East Suburban Catholic Conference Co-Assistant Coach of the Year. Tomecek worked primarily with the defenders, and also worked as a volunteer assistant coach for the girl's varsity team since 2012 before becoming a full-time assistant in 2018.
Tomecek was a four-year starter as a defender for Macalester College. In 2015, he helped the Scots win the MIAC regular-season championship, finish undefeated during the regular season including an appearance in the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2010.
Tomecek graduated from Macalester in December of 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics graduated with his Masters Degree in Education from Carthage in 2022.
Assistant Coach
ampasiakos@vassar.edu
Vassar
Division 3
Head Coach
tleone@colby.edu
Colby ME
Division 3
April 2022-present - Colby Women's Soccer Head Coach
October 2021-present - assistant coach New Zealand Women's National Team
February 2010-February 2016 - Head Women's Soccer Coach at Northeastern University (5 straight CAA Tournament appearances; 2 CAA Tournament Championships; 1 CAA regular season Championship; 2 NAA tournament berths; 2014 CAA and Mid-Atlantic coach of the year))
August 2007-February 2010 - Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at Harvard University -2 Ivy League Championships and 2 NCAA Tournament berths
2005-2006 - Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at Arizona State University - 1 NCAA Tournament berth
Jan. 2004-Dec. 2004- US Women's National Team Assistant Coach - 2004 Olympic God Medalist
Jan. 2000-Dec. 2003-US U19 Women's National Team Head Coach - 2002 Youth World Champion
June 1993-Jan. 2000-Head Women's Soccer Coach at Clemson University - 6 straight NCAA Tournament berths - 2 elite 8's and 1 sweet 16; Clemson Athletic Hall of Fame
1995-1997-US U21 Women's National Team Assistant Coach
August 1991-June 1993 - Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at Creighton University
Playing career: US Women's National Team 1987-1991 - 1991 World Champion
1985-1989 UNC-Chapel Hill - 3 time National Champion and 3 time all American
Assistant Coach
tkirk8642@gmail.com
Rhodes
Division 3
Kirk was a standout defenseman for the Castleton University Spartans from 2015-2018 that saw him in the starting lineup for all 80 games that he suited up for. He ended his career as one of the most heralded players in team history. Three times Kirk was selected as a first-team All-North Atlantic Conference selection, while also garnering NAC All-Academic recognition as well. He was also the first player to ever be named the Defensive Player of the Year in back-to-back years (2016-17). Kirk helped lead the Spartans to the 2017 NAC regular season and tournament championships, which then gave the team a berth in the NCAA tournament. He was captain of the the team in both his junior and senior seasons, and was Castleton's first All-New England Player award winner, as voted on by the United Soccer Coaches.
Following his playing career, Kirk stayed at Castleton as a grad assistant for two seasons, followed by one year as a full-time assistant. He also coached at Summit FC, based out of Rutland, VT for 4 years. Kirk coached U12, U16, and U19 boys, as well as U19 girls. He received his bachelor of science in Physical Education, and a masters degree in Athletic Leadership.
Assistant Coach
cmoraga@andrew.cmu.edu
Carnegie Mellon
Division 3
Christopher Moraga was hired as a full-time assistant coach for the Tartans women's soccer program in March 2018.
"Chris will be an excellent addition to our staff," said Struble. "He is a believer in Division III athletics and knows the national landscape of D3 women's soccer. We had an excellent group of candidates for the position but feel Chris is the one that will help us take the next step in achieving our team goals."
With more than 10 years of coaching experience, Moraga will join the Carnegie Mellon coaching staff after a five-year stint at Whittier College in Whittier, California. Moraga served as an assistant coach at Whittier, helping to lead the Poets to the NCAA tournament for just the second time in school history after winning the 2017 Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC).
Additionally, Moraga has experience as a club and high school coach, as he got his start with the Crusaders Soccer Club in San Diego, California. While at Whittier, Moraga also worked as a staff coach and college advisor for the Fullerton Rangers, and as a staff coach for U.S. Youth Soccer.
"I would like to thank head coach Yon Struble for giving me this amazing opportunity to be a part of a world class institution that strives for excellence in the classroom and on the field," said Moraga. "During my interview process I was blown away by the passion and pride the administration and players have for Carnegie Mellon; I knew instantly that CMU is the institution that I wanted to call my next home and can't wait to be part of the Tartan family!"
Moraga holds his National C and National Youth License coaching certifications from the United States Soccer Federation, received his Premier Coaching Diploma from United Soccer Coaches and was a 30 Under 30 Program selection in 2016.
Graduate Assistant
tardron@clarku.edu
Clark (MA)
Division 3
Clark University Graduate Assistant
Played 4 years NCAA Division 2
Represented Liverpool, Manchester United and Preston North End youth academies
Represented England at national level for independent schools
Head Coach
navarre@augsburg.edu
Augsburg
Division 3
Dr. Mike Navarre (Wisconsin '96) will be entering his 23rd season as head Augsburg's women's soccer coach in 2021. Navarre has led a rebirth in Augsburg's women's soccer fortunes during his tenure, developing the Auggies into a team that consistently challenges for prominence in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, considered one of the toughest NCAA Division III women's soccer conferences in the country.
Augsburg Coaching Highlights:
2020-21: Led the Auggies to a 2-3 overall record. Season was shortened; no MIAC standings or playoffs due to COVID-19 pandemic.
2019: Led the Auggies to a co-MIAC regular-season championship with a 9-1-1 mark in MIAC play, finishing 15-4-2 overall -- its eigth straight season with 10 or more overall wins. Augsburg received an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III national playoffs for the 3rd time in the past six seasons, and defeated Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology 1-0 in overtime to advance to the second round of the NCAA tournament.
2018: Led the Auggies to a 14-7-0 overall record -- its seventh straight season with 10 or more overall wins. The Auggies finish third in the regular season standings and earned a berth in the MIAC postseason playoffs, reaching the championship game.
2017: Led the Auggies to the MIAC regular-season championship with an 8-1-2 mark in MIAC play, finishing 12-4-2 overall -- its sixth straight season with 10 or more overall wins and seventh straight season with six or more wins in MIAC play.
2016: Led the Auggies to a school-record 18-5-0 record and 8-3-0 mark in MIAC play, winning the MIAC postseason playoffs and earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III national tournament for the second time in a three-year span. Claimed 2-0 win over Milwaukee School of Engineering in the first round.
2015: Led the Auggies to a 14-6-0 overall record and a berth in the MIAC postseason playoffs for the third time in a four-year span, reaching the semifinals.
2014: Led the team to its first-ever MIAC regular-season and playoff championships, reaching the NCAA Division III national playoffs for the first time. Defeated UW-Oshkosh 1-0 in overtime to advance to the second round of NCAA tournament.
2013: Led team to 10-3-5 overall record, just missing out on a post in the four-team MIAC postseason playoffs. The 10 wins marked the seventh time in Navarre's tenure, and second season in a row, that the Auggies have recorded double-digit victories.
2012: Led team to 12-5-3 overall record, earning a trip to the MIAC postseason playoffs for the first time since 2007. The 12 wins are the second-most in a single season in school history. Augsburg reached the MIAC playoff championship for the first time in its five trips to the MIAC playoffs.
2011: Led team to 9-8-1 overall record and fifth-place finish in MIAC regular-season standings; scored a 2-1 win over St. Thomas on Sept. 24 to earn the program's first-ever road win against the Tommies; earned 100th career win with 1-0 victory over Bethel on Sept. 13.
2008: Led team to 10-4-4 overall record and third-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; recorded eight wins and three ties in the teams first 10 games of the season; defeated MIAC playoff participant St. Benedict 1-0 on Oct. 25.
2007: Led team to a 9-7-3 season record and third-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; qualified for the MIAC post-season playoffs for the fourth-consecutive season; seven conference wins matched the highest total in school history.
2006: Finished the season with a 10-6-2 overall record and fourth-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; qualified for MIAC postseason playoffs for third-consecutive season; defeated MIAC playoff participant Carleton 1-0 on Sept. 23.
2005: Led team to 8-3-7 overall record and fourth-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; earned second consecutive MIAC postseason playoff berth; won or tied first 11 games of the season including 4-1 win over MIAC playoff participant Concordia-Moorhead on Oct. 11.
2004: Led team to 10-8-0 season record and third-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; recorded school record seven conference wins, and qualified for the MIAC postseason playoffs for the first time in school history.
2003: Recorded 11-5-2 overall record and sixth-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; 5-4-2 conference record marked the first time since 1996 that the program finished above .500 in MIAC play.
2002: Led team to 11-5-2 season record and sixth-place finish in the MIAC regular-season standings; 11 victories marked the second-highest total in school history.
1999: Recorded first career win as Augsburg women's head coach on Oct. 15, 1999 with a 1-0 double overtime win against Hamline University.
Navarre has led the Auggies to consistent successful seasons, ten berths in the MIAC postseason playoffs in the last 15 years, multiple all-conference and all-region selections, and a reputation of talented, hard-working student-athletes are the products of the growth and success of Augsburg womens soccer under Navarre, who has built a strong program based on solid fundamental play, strong defense and an attacking offense.
Navarre enters the 2021 season with a 218-134-44 (.606) record with the Auggies, more than double the combined number of wins by the prior five coaches (76-138-11) in the first 14 seasons of Augsburgs womens soccer program. Since 2002, Augsburg has a 202-100-47 (.646) record, including a 117-52-25 (.668) record in MIAC play and .500-or-better conference records all but one season in that span.
Assistant Coach
roger.peron@eagles.oc.edu
Oklahoma Christian
NAIA
[Roger Peron](https://oceagles.com/staff.aspxstaff=155), who served as a graduate assistant coach under current Oklahoma Christian women's soccer coach [Evan Dresel](https://oceagles.com/staff.aspxstaff=153) last season at Mid-America Christian, has joined Dresel's staff at OC as the assistant coach.
Originally from London, England, Peron attended MACU and played for the Evangels' men's team during the 2017 and 2018 seasons. He graduated from MACU in May 2019.
He spent time as an assistant coach at Coastal Bend (Texas) College before returning to MACU for the 2020-21 academic year to serve under Dresel. MACU posted a 15-3 mark this past season with Peron on the staff.
"I had the pleasure of coaching Roger at MACU, and most recently he was my GA there," Dresel said. Having played for me he understands the way I want things done in the team. He is a great addition both on the coaching side and in recruiting."
Head Coach
awilson@stonehill.edu
Stonehill
Division 2
Alex (Eckhardt) Wilson, 08, recently completed her eighth (2020) season as head coach of the Stonehill College Women's Soccer program. She took charge of the program after being promoted from assistant coach in June, 2013. Wilson has led the Skyhawks to three NCAA appearances in the last four seasons including the 2016 Northeast-10 Tournament Championship.
Head Coach
hamiltol@southwestern.edu
Southwestern (TX)
Division 3
Hamilton enters her ninth season as head coach of the Southwestern women's soccer team. Hamilton brings a wealth of experience to the program, both as a player and coach. She played collegiately at North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina, earning All-America status and all-conference honors all four years. She was named the Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Year in 1988. Hamilton went to play for the United States National Team, where she played in 82 international matches. She helped the team to a World Cup gold medal in 1991 and bronze in 1995. Southwestern won the SCAC Conference Title in 2019 for the first time in program history and made their first NCAA appearance. Hamilton has been named SCAC Coach of the year in 2016 & 2018.
Head Coach
mcolwell@iit.edu
Illinois Tech
NAIA
Colwell just completed his twelfth season with the Illinois Tech soccer program and also serves as the department's Senior Associate Director of Athletics. Colwell begins his ninth season as head coach of the men's soccer team.
Colwell, a native of South Bend, Indiana, was assistant women's coach for Saint Mary's College in 2009 and assistant men's soccer and goalkeeper coach Bethel College in 2008. The Pilots advanced to the NAIA National Tournament that season. He was also the Assistant Director of Coaching for the Junior Irish Soccer Club for three seasons.
Prior to that, Colwell was head coach for both the men's and women's teams at NCAA DIII Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, for five seasons. At Lakeland, Colwell guided the women's team to two NCAA Tournament appearances, three conference tournament championships and three regular season conference championships in five seasons.
Before Lakeland, Colwell served as the Assistant Mens and Womens Soccer Coach at Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky. During the 2000-01 Season the women advanced to NAIA Regional Semi-finals and were ranked 10th in the nation. The mens team finished 13-5-2. Colwell began his coaching career as Assistant Mens Soccer Coach at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana from 1998-2000. Earlham was a Division III National Tournament participant in 1998 and set school record for wins in a season in 1999 with a 16-3-1 record.
He holds his USSF B, NSCAA Advanced National, NSCAA Youth National, and his Scottish Football Association B License.
Head Coach
ppatton@madonna.edu
Madonna
NAIA
Education:
Michigan State University - Bachelor of Arts: Hotel Restaurant Management (1992)
Experience:
Madonna University, Head Coach (2017-Present)Midway University, Mens Soccer Assistant Coach (2016)St. Catharine College, Head Coach (2006-2016)Spalding University, Head Coach (1995-2004)
Coaching Highlights
Three WHAC All-Conference First TeamNine WHAC All-Conference Second TeamFour WHAC All-Newcomer Team17 Daktronic-NAIA Scholar-AthletesFour CoSIDA Academic All-DistrictOne CoSIDA Academic All-American22 WHAC All-Academic TeamHolds career wins record at St. Catharine (86) and Spalding (63)NJCAA Region VII Champion (2007)NJCAA Region VII mens runner-up (2006, 07)
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Team:
Six NAIA Scholar Teams
CERTIFICATES
United State Soccer Federation C licenseNational Soccer Coaches Association of America State and Regional Goalkeeping DiplomasNSCAA National Diploma
Personal Information:
Patton currently resides in Redford, MI.
Graduate Assistant
avjoseph@olivet.edu
Olivet Nazarene
NAIA
Coach Joseph joined ONU women's soccer coaching staff in 2017. Under Head Coach Bill Bahr and staff, ONU women's soccer has won CCAC conference championships in 2016, 2017, and in 2019 clinched both the regular-season title and conference tournament championship title. They have also developed 24 CCAC All-Conference players in the past four years, and made 2 NAIA National Tournament appearance in the last three seasons.
As a player Coach Joseph won an NAIA National Championship in 2015, was an NAIA National Tournament Runner up in 2016, and an NAIA National Tournament Sweet 16 finalist in 2014. She also had the opportunity to play Semi-professional soccer for the Buxmont Torch in Perkasie, Pennsylvania.
Coach Joseph holds a USSF D coaching license and also coaches U11 boys for the local club in Bourbonnais, IL- Southland Strikers FC
As part of our COVID-19 safety plan, the indoor sessions traditionally held on the first day of camp will be shared online.
Sessions will be accessible for the week prior to camp. They are available on-demand and can be completed at the athlete's
convenience.
This approach allows us to continue offering these valuable sessions so athletes arrive to camp ready to maximize the experience,
while still maintaining a safe experience.
EXACT partners with college goalkeeper coaches to prioritize a premium experience for goalkeepers.
All GKs participate in individual keeper-specific training led by college GK coaches
Training focuses on all GK skills including footwork, shot stopping, crossing, and more; GKs receive a 1-on-1 evaluation based on their performance
In addition position-specific work, GKs will play in filmed showcase games observed by college coaches
GKs will get access to digital video footage of all gameplay (same as Field Players)
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Parent
My daughter had a great time. The coaches were professional and very approachable. The question and answer panel with the coaches was informative. There was more interaction between the players and coaches than I expected from attending other "camps". The coaches really made an effort to be available when not on the field. I would highly recommend this experience to others. Soccer players can never get enough exposure for a reasonable price, nor can they gain enough experience playing with girls that are unknown to them.
Player
I loved the environment of the EXACT camp. It's so different from other camps because it takes into account the mental aspect of the game instead of just the physical aspect. The environment was friendly and welcome, and this camp gave me a giant boost of confidence whether for striking up a conversation with a college coach or just on the field. It was very informative and I feel like I'm on the right track for being recruited at a college that is the right fit for me. Thank you!
Parent
I was impressed with the overall flow and their ability to adapt to adverse scheduling conflicts from the facility. This is a great opportunity for my daughter to see beyond the club and school soccer, and the annoying reminding from us. It helps keep her motivated and going in the direction she wants to go with this sport. We'll definitely return to future camps. I as a parent was able to network with parents of older girls as well which helps me greatly in the posit of my daughters goals.
Player
EXACT is a very good way to promote yourself if you are wanting to play at the next level. The most inspiring thing about EXACT is that they want everyone to believe in themselves, which goes a long way when you are trying to be your best.
The camp was very well run, and it is essential that everyone try to go to at least one EXACT camp while they still have the opportunity.
Player
My EXACT camp experience was great. It was a wonderful learning experience in the perfect environment. The coaches and the EXACT staff made sure we focused on not only our skills and abilities that are crucial, but they also really focused on mental aspect of the game as well and I really enjoyed that.
Player
I was very satisfied with the program and how it was run. Being new to these types of experiences and camps, I was happy to see how the staff was kind and helpful to all the athletes. I know that in the future if an opportunity like this swings around the corner I will have no trouble snatching it. I had an amazing time at this camp and hope it happens again. Thank you to all for hosting it. Also having celebrity's host a camp like this one makes it very special to a lot of the athletes.
Player
I went to the first ID Camp in Philly. We were so encouraged that we attended this one in DC. I have always dreamed about 1) going to college and 2) playing soccer in college. I got to meet a lot of great coaches and athletes. I learned something new at each camp. I wish there were more camps close to me so we could attend more. I am a senior and need all the help I can get in hopes to find the right college. I loved how the coaches were there to help us and give us directions on the spot. My mentor Coach was Mike Eckberg. Towson is on my "dream" list - and we are now going to schedule a visit as he suggested. I am so excited and I know I still have a long road ahead, but every journey has a beginning. Even though I am getting started a little late, I feel like EXACT really has helped me come flying out of the gate!
Player
I had a great experience at the Chicago EXACT Soccer Camp. The one-on-one conversations with coaches was invaluable as was the overall coaching I received during training and games throughout the weekend. I plan to be back next year! On a side note please share with your staff how great they were when I went down with an injury on Sunday...torn ACL and surgery in my very near future, but having had the opportunity to showcase myself and meet the coaches and staff was the best experience I have ever had at any camp so far and I WILL be back next year.
Player
I was actually so nervous going into the camp, but once I got the to camp all of my nervousness went away. The coaches were all very nice and the camp was a comfortable place with everyone being very supportive. Not only was it enjoyable, I was able to talk to the coaches one-on-one, and get honest and thoughtful feedback to improve my athletic abilities and talents.
Before attending the EXACT Camp, I was very uneducated about college soccer and didn't have a set school I was interested in, but this camp helped me have a better understanding of what to look for in the future.
Player
I have been playing soccer since I was five years old. I am now 13 years old and I continue to love playing soccer, but lately I have been struggling. I had lost confidence in myself and I was always afraid to make mistakes which as a result I stopped taking risks and challenging myself. But, after attending EXACT Camp for just one day I was able to learn a lot of things. I learned that it is OK to take risks and just because I am a smaller player than other athletes does not mean I am not a strong player. EXACT Sports helped me get my confidence back and to be a more vocal player. I learned valuable lessons that I can take with me on and off the field. I learned so much in just one day. I wish the camp was all week long. Thank you again!
P.S. I already started looking into colleges.
Player
I loved that I was able to communicate and work with a variety of different coaches. It was an eye opening experience and I was surprised how sociable I was with the other girls at the camp, because I am usually shy and don't want to talk to people. Thank you and two thumbs up to you for getting me out of my shell.
Player
I really appreciated the atmosphere that EXACT Sports Elite Camp provided. Everyone was included in any drill or game we were doing. It was an awesome experience to meet girls I've never seen before early in the morning, practice drills and techniques with them, and play with them/against them later in the same day. It is very different than practicing with the same team every day, every year. It was an experience to go out on a field with complete strangers and interact with them on the field. I also loved the number of college coaches who were at the camp. Especially at my young age, I haven't yet focused on one or two schools yet, so having a wide variety coaches from different schools and levels was exactly what I needed and was looking for.
Player
The staff, the players, and the coaches that were apart of this camp were such genuine and caring people that I really felt welcome when I stepped on the field. Also, it was just a really fun experience where I had the chance to interact with fellow soccer lovers and I learned so much. I have to give it 10 out of 10 soccer balls.
This is one of the first times I've had the opportunity to interact so closely with college coaches and it really opened up my eyes not only to the opportunities that are available to me, but also the personalities of these coaches. They truly care about the improvement and development of their players and it's so wonderful spending time with such professional and involved people.
Player
The EXACT Camp was really informative and challenging. The coaches were very honest and gave me some really good information and tips, which I really enjoyed it.
Overall, it was an excellent camp experience, wish I lived in America to visit more ID camps, coaches gave me much more coaching and training then my own coaches, so it was good to see that I can pick it up a bit to improve my overall performances. I have gone MENTALLLLL!!!!!!!
Player
EXACT offers a great experience that blends on field training in a college atmosphere with off field soft skills needed to help become a better candidate for recruitment. The coaches provide excellent, real world feedback to parents and athletes on what and what not to do. Overall its a great experience that provides insight that will serve the players and the parents well during the recruiting period.
Learn why EXACT Sports is the most trusted and top-rated training camp
Largest college coaching staff of any organization -- camp, tournament or club (bringing in 1000 amazing college coaches every year)!
Hugely successful supporters of high school athletes -- 70.2% of participants have gone on to play NCAA or NAIA college athletics.
Only training camp organization that has received funding from the NCAA.
Official behavioral training partner of US Soccer.
The only camp staff that has expertise in developing athletes from high school to college to pro (we also work with over 60 pro teams).
The only exposure organization that blends the 4 pillars of development through our mental training expertise (EXACT is funded by the National Institutes of Health).
This is a sample schedule. Registered athletes will receive a final schedule prior to camp.