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Assistant Coach
william.schmidjr@yale.edu
Yale
Division 1
Schmid, who joined Kylie Stannard's staff in May of 2019, has been a part of two very successful programs in his young coaching career with his teams posting a 47-8-5 overall record. In 2018 as an assistant at Amherst, he helped the Mammoths to 14 victories, including two in the NCAA Tournament, while also serving as the recruiting coordinator.
Schmid joined the Amherst staff after spending two seasons on the Springfield College staff, including serving as the Interim Head Coach in the spring of 2018. Springfield posted an impressive 33-3-4 record during his tenure.
Schmid holds both a bachelors degree in physical education and a masters degree in sports psychology from Springfield. He was a four-year starter for the mens soccer team, including serving as team captain as a senior.
Bill comes highly recommended from some top coaches in the college game, Stannard said. Hes quite possibly one of the most experienced college coaches in the country for his age. Hes worked for two incredible coaches and top 20 Division III programs at Springfield College and Amherst College. He has experience recruiting and working with top tier academic student-athletes and has been involved with every aspect of both those programs. Bill was recently a finalist for the volunteer assistant position at Stanford, so I feel extremely lucky that we were able to keep him close to home in Connecticut. Hes already hit the ground running and his work ethic and drive will be a huge asset to our program and student-athletes.
Assistant Coach
stewart.flaherty@dartmouth.edu
Dartmouth
Division 1
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Assistant Coach
sb2536@cornell.edu
Cornell
Division 1
Scott Bratt joined the Cornell men's soccer coaching staff in advance of the 2018 season after serving as an assistant coach for one year at SUNY Cortland. He helped guide the team to a 15-2 record in the regular season and a trip into the second round of the NCAA tournament while helping to develop five United Soccer Coaches All-East Region players in the process.
Previous to working with Cortland, Bratt served as the Head of Football and Sport Development at Crawley Town FC in West Sussex, England where he was responsible for overseeing the clubs youth player Development Centers and also worked as a performance analyst for the highly respected Southampton FC Academy, England.
Bratt attended Southampton Solent University in England, earning a First-Class Bachelor of Arts Honor Degree in Football (Soccer) Studies in 2015. Bratt earned a Master of Science in International Sport Management from SUNY Cortland in 2018.
Bratt has gained his FA Level 2 and FA Youth Modules in coaching, as well as FA qualifications in futsal, psychology, and analysis. As a player, he competed in both soccer and rugby at Warden Park Secondary School and mid-Sussex representational squad and helped lead the soccer team to a County championship. Bratt is a native of Brighton, England.
Assistant Coach
mc2420@georgetown.edu
Georgetown
Division 1
Mike Casper joined the coaching staff in the spring of 2019. Casper came to the Hilltop from Northwestern University where he was an assistant coach for one season. Prior to NU, he was at the University of Notre Dame for three years and served as the head coach at Saint Francis University (Pa.) for eight seasons.
Last year, the Wildcats went 6-9-5 overall before falling to top-seeded Indiana in overtime in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals.
In three seasons as an assistant at Notre Dame, Casper helped the Fighting Irish reach the NCAA Tournament every year as the team managed a combined record of 34-19-10. Casper also coached five Notre Dame players who went on to be drafted to the MLS.
Prior to his arrival at Notre Dame, Casper was the head coach at Saint Francis where he led the Red Flash to the Northeast Conference (NEC) regular-season title in 2014 with a school record 13-6-1 mark. For his efforts, he was named the league's coach of the year.
Over his eight seasons as head coach, Casper led Saint Francis to a 71-61-21 record, including a 36-26-9 mark in NEC play. The 71 total victories and the 36 league wins are the most in school history. The Red Flash was the NEC finalist four times with Casper at the helm.
Casper coached 24 All-NEC players, 15 National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) all-region performers and an NSCAA All-American during his time as head coach at Saint Francis. Eight of his players went on to the professional ranks.
In addition to the success on the field, the Red Flash produced three Academic All-Americans and 10 Academic All-District players during his tenure. The program also received the NSCAA Team Academic Award four times (2011-14).
Overall Casper was with the Red Flash for the last 12 seasons. Prior to taking over the head coaching position, he spent four seasons as an assistant coach in charge of the team's goalkeepers.
A four-year member of the UMBC men's soccer team, Casper helped lead the Retrievers to a NEC Championship in 1999. During Casper's four-year career at UMBC, the Retrievers posted a record of 54-19-11 going 30-7-3 in NEC play.
Following his collegiate career, Casper served as head junior varsity and assistant varsity coach at Timothy Christian High School (N.J.) for two seasons (2001-02). In 2000, Casper served as head coach of the Central Jersey Riptide in the Professional Development League.
He holds an A License from the United States Soccer Federation and an advanced regional diploma from the NSCAA.
Casper received his master's degree in education leadership from Saint Francis in 2005 and is a 2000 graduate of UMBC with a bachelor's degree in psychology. He and his wife Kerri have a son, Jacob.
Assistant Coach
nick.noble@mail.wvu.edu
West Virginia
Division 1
Third year Assistant Coach/Goalkeeper Coach at West Virginia University
joldroyd@athletics.pitt.edu
Kentucky
Division 1
Assistant Coach
neumeyerb@gmail.com
Sacred Heart
Division 1
Brian Neumeyer joined the Sacred Heart coaching staff in 2017.
Neumeyer as the General Manager of the former Elm City Express of the NPSL, won a National Championship in its inaugural season in 2017.
He spent 19 years as the head coach of boys varsity soccer team at Newtown High School. Under his direction, the soccer program was named one of the top ten sports programs of the decade by the Danbury News-Times.
Neumeyer was also a member of the 1990 National Championship team at Southern Connecticut State University where he was a teammate of SHU Head Coach Joe Barroso.
As the former coaching director of Newtown Soccer Club, and a former Olympic Development Program staff coach, Neumeyer now works closely with local youth clubs in a coaching advisory role.
Along with coaching Neumeyer works as an educator for the Stratford BOE.
Neumeyer resides in Monroe, Connecticut, with his wife and their two sons.
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Assistant Coach
shaun.d.foster@hofstra.edu
Hofstra
Division 1
Shaun Foster joined the Hofstra Men's Soccer staff in July 2018.
Foster returns to Hofstra as one of the program's most decorated alumni. He is one of just four All-Americans in program history, earning third-team honors in 2012, after three all-region selections, including a pair of first-team nods in 2011 and 2012. A three-time Colonial Athletic Association Defensive Player of the Year and a CAA Rookie of the Year, Foster was also named a finalist for the MAC Hermann Award, which honors the national player of the year. He was also invited to the MLS Combine.
After his playing career, Foster served as an undergraduate assistant coach with the program. He then joined the men's soccer staff at Molloy as an assistant coach in June 2016, planning and run team practices as well as helping recruit. He has also worked as a coach in the Massapequa Soccer Club since August 2010, where he has coached his U16, U17 and U18 teams to three straight New York State Championships.
A native of Southport, England, Foster graduated from Hofstra in December 2014 with a bachelor's degree in rhetoric.
Assistant Coach
robert.esposito@marist.edu
Marist
Division 1
Rob Esposito currently assists Matt Viggiano in coaching the Marist Red Foxes, and also holds the title Technical Director at Quickstrike FC. As a student-athlete, Esposito played at Herkimer Community College from 2004-2006, where the team finished as national runners-up in 2004 and won a National Championship in 2005. Following his time at Herkimer, Esposito enrolled at SUNY Fredonia, playing from 2006-2008, when the team finished as SUNYAC runners-up in 2006 and conference champions in 2007. During his time at Fredonia, Esposito was named NSCAA All-Region twice and after graduation, played for the Westchester Flames of the PDL.
Esposito began coaching in 2011 at Dutchess Community College, before he was hired as an assistant at Mount St. Mary College in Newburgh from 2012-17, winning a conference championship during the 2013 season. Esposito holds a FAW C License.
Assistant Coach
richard.cusano@marist.edu
Marist
Division 1
Ricky Cusano begins his 14th season as an Assistant Coach in 2018-19 after playing at Marist for four years and being a three-year starter at midfield/forward from 2001-2004. He was a MAAC All-Academic Team Selection in 2003 and 2004 while also being named MAAC Offensive Player of the week on September 14, 2003. He played in every game over his four years at Marist and finished his playing career with 4 goals and 6 assists. Cusano led Marist in assists in his junior year 2003. Cusano was a member of two Marist teams that made appearances in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Championship game in 2002 and 2004. He was a starter and member of the 2004 team that won the MAAC Tournament Championship and went on to play UConn in the NCAA Tournament College Cup.
After graduation in 2005, Cusano immediately joined the coaching staff. He served as an Assistant Coach to the 2005 MAAC Tournament Championship team that went on to play St. John's in the NCAA Tournament College Cup. Over the years, he has helped recruit and coach numerous All MAAC First, Second, and rookie team selections as well as many All MAAC Academic Team recipients during his time as an assistant to Coach Viggiano and Coach Herodes.
Prior to Marist, Cusano was a five-time New York State Cup Champion with the FC Westchester 84's in 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2004. He also won two Region I Championships in 2000 and 2002, as well as a National Championship in 2000 with FC Westchester.
Cusano attended North Rockland High School, where he was a four-year varsity starter. In his junior and senior years he earned All-League, All-Section, and All-County recognition. He is among the all-time leaders at North Rockland in career goals scored and career assists even though he missed his entire sophomore season due to injury. He also played and was a starter for the Eastern New York Olympic Development Program (ODP) from 1998-2001.
In the summers of 2004 and 2005, Cusano won two open State Cup Championships with the New York Irish Rovers. He has also was worked with the LaGrange Soccer club winning two more state cup championships as a Head Coach in 2010 and 2011. He currently trains youth teams in the Hyde Park soccer club and has joined the Eastern New York Olympic Development Program coaching staff. He holds a USSF national coaching license.
Cusano earned his Bachelor's Degree in History with a Minor in Business and Minor in American Studies from Marist in 2005. He also earned a Master's of Business Administration with a Concentration in Executive Leadership from Marist in 2007. He is currently the Coordinator of Tutoring and teaches at Marist. He resides in Wappingers Falls, N.Y. with his wife Stefanie and son Anthony.
Assistant Coach
esanchez02@manhattan.edu
Manhattan
Division 1
Edison Sanchez
Assistant Coach at Manhattan College in Riverdale, New York. NCAA Division 1
Associate Head Coach
pnbannister10@gmail.com
Fordham
Division 1
Joining the Fordham men's soccer staff in 2018 is assistant coach Philip Bannister.
Bannister is very familiar with Acquista having been on his coaching staff at Adelphi University. Bannister spent two seasons with the Panthers and was a part of the 2017 East Region Coaching Staff of the Year after Adelphi won the Northeast-10 regular season championship and finished with a #14 national ranking. In 2018, the Panthers once again claimed the NE-10 regular season championship, while also winning the tournament championship.
Prior to Adelphi, Bannister spent three years at St. John's University. He served his first two years as a graduate assistant with the Red Storm before transitioning to the position of volunteer assistant and joined St. John's after one season as a graduate assistant with the women's soccer team at Bloomsburg.
Following a standout collegiate career at Loyola (Md.), the Wallsend, England native was drafted by the Colorado Rapids in the 2011 MLS Supplemental Draft. Bannister went on to play for the DC United U-23 team before returning home to England to play semi-professionally for Blyth Spartans AFC.
A four-time All-MAAC selection, Bannister was a two-time first team choice and a two-time second team honoree. As a freshman, the forward earned MAAC Rookie of the Year honors and led all Division I freshmen in scoring after totaling 13 goals and seven assists. Bannister finished his career ranked eighth in program-history in goals (40), a mark that included 13 game-winners, tied for first in assists (29) and sixth in points (109).
A Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Finalist as a senior, Bannister was a two-time ESPN The Magazine/CoSIDA Academic All-America selection. Bannister, who owns FA Level 1 and FA Level 2 coaching badges, graduated from Loyola in 2011 with a degree in marketing and earned an MBA in finance from St. John's.
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
ebrandsdorfer@saintpeters.edu
Saint Peter's
Division 1
Brandsdorfer begins his second season as an assistant coach on Julian Richens staff in 2016.
Brandsdorfer came to Saint Peter's from right down the road at NJIT after serving as an assistant coach for the Highlanders for the 2014 season. He helped NJIT to a 7-8-4 overall mark and 2-3-0 record in the Sun Belt Conference. Brandsdorfer coached the Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Year (Cristian Marcel) and the conference's Defensive Player of the Year (Marko Drljic).
Prior to coming to Newark, Brandsdorfer was an assistant coach at Drew for the 2013 season, helping the team to an 11-4-5 record. The Rangers finished 2-2-3 in the Landmark Conference and partipated in the first round of the ECAC Tournament.
A three-year member of the Temple men's soccer team, Brandsdorfer registered three goals and two assists for eight points in 48 games. The Owls posted a 26-26-4 overall mark and 15-11-1 in league play in his three seasons. He started his collegiate career at North Florida in 2008.
Brandsdorfer graduated from Temple in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science degree and earned his Master's Degree from the University of Stirling in the United Kingdom in 2013.
Head Coach
jrichens@saintpeters.edu
Saint Peter's
Division 1
Julian Richens enters his 10th season as the head coach of the mens soccer program at Saint Peter's in 2020-21.
Richens' ninth year in Jersey City was hands down his most successful after guiding the Peacocks to their winningest season in a decade and an outright Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) regular season title. Saint Peter's finished the year with a 13-6-0 overall record as well as a program-best 9-1-0 mark in league play. Along the way, Richens and his staff propelled the squad to an appearance in the 2019 MAAC Championship Finals -- their first such appearance since their last title in 2010 -- after a program-record 10-game winning/unbeaten streak. Despite finishing as the league tournament runners-up, the Peacocks still earned their first regular season crown since 2010 and posted the third-highest win total in single-season school history.
For his efforts behind the bench, Richens earned his first MAAC Coach of the Year award since taking command in 2011 by unanimous selection after the team was selected seventh in the preseason coaches' poll. Richens is the fourth Peacock coach in the program's history to earn the honor, following Gerry McKeown (1994), Cesar Markovic (2003), and Guy Abrahamson (2010). But he was not alone in earning major hardware, as Dominic Laws '21 was named the MAAC Offensive Player of the Year. The combination of Richens and Laws marked only the second time in program history in which two Peacocks both received MAAC men's soccer major awards, with the other pair being Assaf Sheleg and Guy Abrahamson, who were the Defensive Player of the Year and Coach of the Year, respectively, in 2010.
Additionally, the Peacocks also led the league with their seven all-conference honorees in 2019, a figure that is tied for the most in a single season in program history (2006). Both Laws and classmate Jordan Jowers '21 also gathered additional postseason hardware as all-region selections by the ECAC and United Soccer Coaches' Association. Saint Peter's also boasted a league-leading 15 MAAC All-Academic Team honorees, as well.
In 2018, Richens helped Saint Peter's post a 5-4-1 MAAC record and 8-9-2 overall record, improving on both MAAC and overall records from the 2017 campaign. Richens' team finished the regular season in sixth place, qualifying for the MAAC playoffs for the first time under his leadership and last time since 2010. During the season, the team had a three-game shutout stretch for the first time since 2010 and scored four goals in consecutive games for the first time since 2007. Richens coached three All-MAAC players in sophomores Jordan Jowers (1st Team) and Dominic Laws (2nd Team), and freshman Jason Dubrovich (Rookie Team), making them the first Peacock trio since 2010 to earn all-league honors in the same season. Additionally, Richens had three separate players win MAAC weekly awards during the season, the teams most weekly honors since 2013.
Over the past two seasons, Richens sports a 21-15-2 overall mark (.553) and a 14-5-1 MAAC tally (.700); the combined 14 conference wins over the last two seasons are the most through any two year period in program history. He also headed the NJCU women's soccer program for one season in 2003-04.
In 2017 under Richens, the Peacocks earned two wins and a tie over playoff qualifying teams (Iona, Hartwick [Sun Belt Conference], and tied with Bucknell [Patriot League]) and earned a tie against Big East foe Seton Hall. The teams 4-0 blowout win over Iona at home was the programs largest margin of victory since the 2014 season. Richens also had rookie-sensation forward Jordan Jowers earn All-MAAC Second team and All-Rookie team honors.
The team led the MAAC in saves and saves per game in 2016 and Richens led Saint Peter's to a team-best seven wins with him at the helm in 2015, while the Peacocks also advanced to the MAAC Tournament that year. Richens has coached two All-MAAC first-team selection, six All-MAAC second-team honorees and two All-Rookie team selections in his tenure at Saint Peter's.
He came to Saint Peters after serving as a mens assistant coach at Rider for four seasons.
Since coming to the United States in 1999, Richens has been a Regional Manager for Noga ProExcel, a national coaching company. He also directed Champions World Camps with AC Milan and served as head coach for New Jersey City Universitys womens team during the 2003 season.
Richens owns and operates Players Edge Soccer, a coaching education company based in Central NJ. A noted youth coach with boys and girls teams and in the last four years his teams have won a National Championship, three State Cups and appeared in seven State Finals. Three of his teams have been national ranked top 15 teams.
Richens earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Science in 1998 from Brunel University in England. He is licensed by the USSF, NSCAA and UEFA.
Assistant Coach
fdebarros@saintpeters.edu
Saint Peter's
Division 1
Assistant Coach
muy@njit.edu
New Jersey Tech
Division 1
Uy joined the NJIT mens soccer staff as an assistant coach in April 2016, having most recently served as an assistant coach at Adelphi University, which made its first appearance in the NCAA Division II Tournament in 2015.
The Adelphi Panthers finished with a 13-5-3 overall mark and received a third seed in the East Region of the NCAA Division II mens soccer tournament.
A 2011 graduate of Fairfield University with a degree in sociology and currently pursuing his maters in sports management at Adelphi, Uy served as an assistant under new NJIT head coach Fernando Barboto at Iona College from August 2014 to January 2015. In 2014, Iona finished 10-7-3 and advanced to the semifinals of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) tournament.
A four-year player for Fairfield, which also competes in the MAAC, Uy was selected Fairfield Freshman Athlete of the Year in 2007. In 2008, Uy was named to the All-MAAC second-team and All-Tournament team, as the Stags captured the MAAC title and an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I tournament. Matt received athletic recognition on the All-MAAC first-team in 2009 and 2010 and NSCAA/adidas All-Region team in 2008, 2009 and 2010.
In 2008, Uy was invited to the u20 national team camp, followed by a tournament in Mexico hosted by Chivas Guadalajara and spent time with second division club FK SIAD MOST in Czech Republic.
After graduation, Uy continued his playing career professionally in Asia, playing for the top division in the Philippines, where he earned 10 international caps with the u23 mens national team. With the u23 mens national team, Uy participated in the Asia Cup Qualifiers, World Cup 2018 Playoff Qualifier and Suzuki Cup.
He played for Global FC (2012-2013) and Loyola Meralco Sparks (2013) of the United Football League.
The Long Island native attended high school at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida (2006-2007) after being selected for the 2007 US Residency Program, where he earned over 40 caps with the u17 national team.
He played in the National Championship game as a member of the u20 New York Red Bulls and appeared in the final four with the 2011 Long Island Rough Riders PDL.
Uy holds NSCAA National diploma and USSF C coaching licenses.
Assistant Coach
s.defregger@northeastern.edu
Northeastern
Division 1
Stefan played 4 years of college soccer at Dartmouth before transitioning to the USL. In the USL he played for two years with the Wilmington Hammerheads and most recently with the Rochester Rhinos. He has made over 50 appearances in the USL, earning team of the week honors twice.
Throughout Stefan's playing career he has also worked with the Wilmington Hammerheads youth teams as well as their Sports Science program. Most recently he spent a year as an assistant coach with the University of Rochester helping them to an elite 8 appearance. Along the way the staff was also voted UAA coaching staff of the year.
Stefan is beginning his sixth season with Northeastern University after helping them to a second place finish in the CAA and a top for RPI finish in 2021
Assistant Coach
cbt219@lehigh.edu
Lehigh
Division 1
Assistant mens soccer coach at Albright College 2012-2014
Assistant womens soccer coach at Albright College 2012-2016
Head mens soccer coach at Albright College 2015-2019
Assistant coach at Reading United PDL 2018-2019
Director of soccer operations at Lehigh University Feb. 2019-June 2019
Assistant Coach at Lehigh June 2019-present
Head Coach Club CTSA Fusion 2015-present
Head Coach Club LVU 04 Blue 2019-present
Assistant Coach
prybutok@lasalle.edu
La Salle
Division 1
Evan Prybutok joined the La Salle men's soccer program as an assistant coach in May of 2018.
"Evan is a tireless recruiter who has a keen eye for talent that will fit our program well," head coach Rob Irvine said. "We're very excited to get Evan on board to build upon the hard work of former assistant Bobby Wilkinson and current assistant [Travis Cantrell](http://goexplorers.com/staff.aspxstaff=351)."
Prybutok spent the previous two seasons as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Manhattan College, where he helped the Japsers finish one win shy of tying the program record for wins in a season in 2017. Prybutok worked with Manhattan's goalkeepers, helping to mold Marcellin Gohier into the 2017 MAAC Goalkeeper of the Year.
Prybutok was also responsible for opposition scouting, performance and video analysis, budgeting and team travel at Manhattan.
"I'm extremely excited to join the La Salle soccer family and come back home to Philadelphia," said Prybutok. "I'm excited to begin working with Rob and our student-athletes to continue to build upon the success of the program."
Prybutok, who is also a staff coach at Players Development Academy (PDA) in New Jersey, spent five seasons at Temple prior to his tenure at Manhattan. He was an integral part of the American Conference Coaching Staff of the Year in 2013 and helped the Owls bring in two nationally-ranked recruiting classes.
He also worked with Temple's goalkeepers, helping to develop Dan Scheck into one of the top goalies in the nation in 2013. The senior finished that season with a 0.67 goals-against average and nine shutouts.
Prybutok started the men's soccer program at Otero Junior College (Colo.) in 2010. Otero finished 16-3-2 in the inaugural season en route to winning NJCAA Region IX and the NJCAA West District Championships. Additionally, Prybutok led Otero to a berth in the 2010 NJCAA National Finals and was named the 2010 West District Coach of the Year.
Prybutok got his start in coaching as a volunteer assistant coach at Rutgers in 2009 while also serving on the Maine Olympic Coaching staff.
A nationally licensed coach, Prybutok holds his USSFB License and NSCAA Premier Diploma. He played collegiately at the University of Massachusetts and graduated in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in management before earning a Master's in Education from Temple in 2014.
Assistant Coach
rabrown@colgate.edu
Colgate
Division 1
Ricky Brown '17 was named to the assistant coach position in March 2018.
I am thrilled that Ricky has decided to return to Colgate and be a part of my staff, Ronning said. As a student athlete, he embodied the values Colgate Soccer holds dear both on and off the field. This will carry over as an assistant coach helping this program continue to raise the standard in every aspect.
Brown helped guide Colgate to its third consecutive Patriot League Tournament title in his first season in 2018. The Raiders under Browns guidance became the first Patriot League team to win three straight titles, and they advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament after upsetting No. 22 New Hampshire in the first round.
Colgate in 2018 tied the program record for wins in a season with 13, finishing 13-5-5 overall and 5-2-2 in conference play. Primarily working with goalkeepers, Brown helped guide Colgate to the top of the national ranks in several major defensive categories. The Raiders ranked eighth in shutouts (10), 16th in goals-against average (0.699), 18th in save percentage (0.809), and 19th in shutout percentage (0.478).
Brown was Colgates four-year starting goalkeeper from 2013-17. He finished his career tied for third in program history in career shutouts with 17 clean sheets and helped guide the Raiders to a 2016 Patriot League Tournament Championship and NCAA Tournament appearance and a 2015 regular-season championship. Brown started in 73 games throughout his prolific four-year career, compiling 32 wins, a 0.736 save percentage and 1.32 GAA.
As a senior in 2016, Brown tallied a league-best eight shutouts and was named to the Patriot League All-Tournament team after guiding the Raiders to their sixth-ever Patriot League Championship and NCAA Tournament appearance. The Laguna Hills, Calif. native made 18 saves throughout Colgates Patriot League Tournament run before stopping two of six penalty kick attempts in the championship game to secure Colgates league title.
He earned third team All-Patriot League nods as a junior after finishing the season with a 0.97 goals against average and .800 save percentage. Brown compiled 118 saves during his first two years as Colgates starting keeper as a freshman and sophomore.
Brown graduated from Colgate in May 2017 with a bachelors degree in philosophy. He spent the summer of 2017 as a member of the U23 Nashville SC that competes in the Premier Development League. While in Nashville, Brown also served as a volunteer coach at Lipscomb University and a Goalkeeper Coach at CPS Soccer Academy and Nashville Soccer Academy.
Assistant Coach
orozcon@xavier.edu
George Mason
Division 1
Noel Orozco was hired as the men's soccer director of operations in the summer of 2019. He spent the 2018 season as a volunteer assistant coach at Houston Baptist.
Orozco helped Houston Baptist post a 5-8-3 (3-6-1 WAC) record last season. The Huskies placed a program-best seven individuals on the all-conference team. He also oversaw video analysis and scouting reports.
Prior to Houston Baptist, Orozco was an assistant coach at Franklin College in 2017. He worked specifically with the goalkeepers and served as the programs liaison with the academic department and recruiting.
Orozco played at St. Bonaventure from 2015-16, playing in 36 matches (33 starts) with one assist. He played at Oklahoma Baptist for two seasons before transferring to St. Bonaventure.
The Houston, Texas, native earned his degree in political science from St. Bonaventure in May of 2017.
Assistant Coach
jordan.grant@belmont.edu
Belmont
Division 1
Jordan Grant is entering his second season as assistant coach at Belmont, as head coach David Costa announced the addition of Grant to the Bruin staff on July 19, 2019.
In his first season at Belmont, the Bruins finished with a 5-12-2 (1-4-1 SoCon) record and the program's first-ever SoCon Championship semifinal appearance. Belmont shutout its opponents by a combined score of 6-0 in the first two rounds of the tournament before falling in overtime to UNC Greensboro in the semifinal.
Grant, a decorated collegiate player and well-respected in the college and club scenes, came to Belmont after spending the previous two-plus seasons as director of operations at the University of Cincinnati.
Assistant Coach
jacob.weinshank@unf.edu
North Florida
Division 1
Jacob Weinshank joined the North Florida men's soccer staff as a volunteer coach in Summer 2018 while also serving as a staff coach at Jacksonville Armada FC. Weinshank was promoted to assistant coach at North Florida in the Spring of 2019.
Weinshank comes to UNF after serving as a college assistant men's soccer coach at Maine Maritime Academy in 2017-18. He also worked as a Head Coach and Assistant Director at Seacoast United Maine. Additionally, Weinshank was the Head Coach of the University of Maine Men's Club Soccer team (2016-17) and the Director of the Soccer Program for Camp Skylemar in Naples, Maine from 2013-15.
A 2015 graduate of Salve Regina University with a bachelor's degree in sociology and anthropology, Weinshank was a four-year starter on the men's soccer team. Weinshanks brace in the 2012 conference final helped lead Salve Regina to the 2012 NCAA DIII Tournament and earned him the Offensive Player of the Tournament in the 2012 Commonwealth Coast Conference playoffs. He garnered the Commonwealth Coast Conference Scholar-Athlete of the Year award (2014) and was selected a NSCAA All-East Region Scholar.
Weinshank graduated with a Masters degree from the University of Maine in 2017. He holds the United States Soccer Federation National C License.
Associate Head Coach
kevin.doyle@usafa.edu
Air Force
Division 1
Doyle has spent 7 seasons as a member of the Air Force Academy Soccer staff. During his collegiate career, Doyle was a premier goalkeeper at Creighton and was named Defensive Player of the Year for the Missouri Valley Conference.
Head Coach
rburk@conncoll.edu
Connecticut College
Division 3
Reuben Burk comes to Connecticut College after spending one year at Newberry College, two years at the College of the Holy Cross, and two years at Alfred University.
At Newberry, Burk was the recruiting coordinator and had the main responsibility of overseeing the recruiting process for all prospective student-athletes, both internationally and domestically. Burk helped establish one of Newberry's most diverse recruiting classes for 2018 by helping get commitments from Brazil, Italy, North Carolina, South Carolina and Maryland. He also coordinated recruiting trips to Iceland, Norway, and Spain.
At Holy Cross, Burk helped with a variety of duties including daily coaching, recruiting nationally, scouting, helping plan offseason schedules, game day preparations, travel coordination, community service, and helping run summer camps and clinics.
Burk also served as the assistant coach at Alfred University. The team reached the Empire 8 semifinals in 2014, which marked the program's first conference tournament appearance in nine years. Burk was also part of a group which earned the 2014 Empire 8 Coaching Staff Award.
As a player, Burk was a four-year student-athlete at Hobart College. Under Head Coach Shawn Griffin, in both 2009 and 2011, Hobart finished in the top 25 Division III national rankings and made appearances in the NCAA Division III National Tournament. In 2009, Burk helped Hobart win the Liberty League conference championship.
Burk graduated from Hobart in 2013 with a bachelor's degree in anthropology/sociology and religious studies. He then got his master's in business administration from Alfred University in 2015. Burk holds a USSF C License as well as a NSCAA Advanced National Diploma.
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Head Coach
aboveallgk@aol.com
New York University
Division 3
Kim Wyant has completed five seasons as head coach of the New York University men's soccer program and her teams have compiled a 43-40-10 overall record.
In each of the past four seasons, Wyants teams have qualified for postseason play. In 2019, the Violets reached the second round of the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Championship Tournament, defeating Hood College before falling 1-0 to host Muhlenberg College. NYU finished the campaign with an 8-8-2 overall record and a 3-3-1 mark in the University Athletic Association (UAA). The Violets produced a season-high six-game winning streak, which culminated with a 1-0 UAA victory over Washington University in St. Louis on October 18.
Several of Wyants players flourished during the season, with a pair (Sergio Monton, Pablo Vargas) earning First Team All-UAA honors and another duo (Luca Mancuso, Louis Meeks) receiving Honorable Mention. Monton was also tabbed UAA Offensive Player of the Year, First Team All-ECAC and United Soccer Coaches (USC) Third Team All-East Region.
The Violets also succeeded in the classroom as 13 Violets earned UAA Fall Sport All-Academic honors. Monton received USC Scholar All-East Region Second Team accolades and Pedro Goldberg earned the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Student-Athlete Award.
Currently the only female head coach of an NCAA mens soccer team, Wyant served as an assistant coach of the NYU womens team for four years before taking over the mens program.
In 2018, the Violets finished with a 12-4-3 overall record and earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament, the first appearance for NYU since 2010. The Violets advanced to the second round by defeating Haverford College 5-4 in penalty kicks after a 110-minute, 1-1 deadlock. Wyants squad was eliminated after losing to host Montclair State University also in penalty kicks (5-4) after a 1-1 tie.
The Violets posted a 3-3-1 UAA record in 2018, the teams best performance since going 4-0-3 in 2010. Six team members earned All-UAA honors (First Team: Vargas, Grant Engel; Second Team: Meeks; Honorable Mention: Monton, Maxi Rodriguez; Rookie of the Year: Oliver Kleban). Rodriguez earned UAA honors for the second consecutive season, following former captain Petter Aasa, who also earned the honor twice under Wyants direction. Engel, a senior goalkeeper and first-time recipient, allowed a league-low four goals in UAA play.
Head Coach
jkneelan@skidmore.edu
Skidmore
Division 3
Jeremiah Kneeland enters his 13th season as a head coach and seventh at the helm of the Skidmore men's soccer program in 2019.
Kneeland has guided the Thoroughbreds through one of its most successful runs in program history, compiling a record of 54-35-19 while reaching the Liberty League Championship game three times in five years. In the 2015 season, the team broke into the Top 25 at No. 22; something that had not been done in nearly a decade. He repeated the success in 2017 as the Thoroughbreds rode a 4-0-2 start to a No. 22 United Soccer Coaches ranking.
In his first season at the helm, Kneeland led the Thoroughbreds to an overall record of 12-6-2 and an appearance in the Liberty League championship game for the first time since 2006.
Kneeland compiled a 58-45-7 record at Elmira. The 2009 Empire 8 Conference Coach of the Year, his teams have been to four consecutive Empire 8 tournament semifinals, including a championship appearance in 2011. The 2012 team tied a program record with 13 wins.
In 12 seasons, he has coached 34 all-conference players, nine NSCAA All-Region players and three NSCAA Scholar All-Region student-athletes. Additionally, he coached two NSCAA All-Americans, Adam Beek in 2014 and Adabare Oyeniyi in 2016. On Sept. 15, 2017 against 23rd-ranked Union, Kneeland won his 100th career match as head coach. He sports a 103-74-23 overall record heading into the 2018 season.
A 2005 graduate of Elmira, Kneeland was a three-year starter for the Soaring Eagles, earning all-conference honors twice and serving as team captain his junior and senior years. He received his Master of Science degree from Elmira in 2011.
Kneeland is a member of the United States Soccer Federation and holds his Advanced National Diploma from the NSCAA. He also holds NSCAA regional, and national goalkeeping diplomas.
Assistant Coach
gmkonga@gmail.com
Haverford
Division 3
Glodi Konga joined the Haverford College mens soccer coaching staff in the spring of 2019. He comes to Haverford after spending the previous two seasons as the head coach at the University of Valley Forge, leading the Patriots to the American College Athletic Association Tournament and coaching four all-conference players.
Konga was a two-year member of the Division I Liberty Flames soccer program. He obtained his bachelors degree in exercise science from Liberty in 2015 and went on to receive his masters from Liberty in sports management the following year. While at Liberty, Konga served as a Graduate Assistant in the sport management program assisting in sport communication, history of sport, and sport coaching classes. He developed a primary focus in applied leadership theories and is currently pursuing a PhD in Sports Leadership from Concordia University and is expected to graduate from that program in 2021.
Prior to attending Liberty, Konga played one year at nearby Cairn University where he started all 17 matches for the Highlanders and recorded two assists. Konga was also a member of the Cloud County Community College soccer team that won the 2011 NJCAA National Championship. The Thunderbirds finished the season with a 22-1-3 record with 17 shutouts.
In addition to his coaching experience at Valley Forge, Konga has an additional decade of coaching experience, previously serving as an assistant soccer coach for the Buxmont Torch FC (NPSL), the Director of Coaching at Germantown Soccer Club in Philadelphia, and working for Arsenal in the Community of England. He holds a UEFA coaching license and has worked with Athletes In Action and Ambassadors Football on international soccer missions overseas on several occasions.
Assistant Coach
basilj@denison.edu
Denison
Division 3
Kyle Basil will begin his first season as an assistant coach at Denison in 2019. Basil comes to Denison with 8 years coaching experience at the college, club, and high school level. A 2010 graduate of the University of Dayton, Basil was a four year player for the Flyers. He was a part of 2 Atlantic 10 championships and one NCAA tournament appearance. Basil's previous coaching roles include volunteer assistant roles at the University of Southern California (2010) and the University of Dayton (2012). He then coached with the boys program at Groveport Madison High School from 2014-2016. Basil currently coaches with Pride Soccer Club in Canal Winchester and is a part of the Ohio South ODP State staff. He holds a USSF C License and the United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma.
Assistant Coach
paulhennessey1985@gmail.com
Cal Tech
Division 3
Assistant Coach
obriens8@southernct.edu
Southern Connecticut State
Division 2
I am currently an assistant coach as Southern Connecticut State University. I have coached at the youth level for roughly 10 years starting when I was a student at SCSU. I also coach two youth teams for Beachside Soccer Club of Connecticut 09 and 04 boys.
Assistant Coach
cspreag@newhaven.edu
New Haven
Division 2
Assistant Coach
scisakow@my.bridgeport.edu
Bridgeport
Division 2
A meticulous and dedicated soccer coach who seeks to increase team
functioning by increasing individual and group performance. Possess
analytical coaching skills based on technical, tactical, physical and
psychological development. Operates with a desire to succeed
personally and as part of an effective team in an environment which
is constantly challenging and evolving.
Assistant coach
campilger@gmail.com
St. Joseph (CT)
Division 3
-Assistant Men's soccer coach at University of Saint Joseph's. (3rd year)
-Specializes in goalkeeping
-Helped guide the institution's 1st men's soccer team to an 20-11-3 record over their first 2 seasons
Assistant Coach
ojokp@wcsu.edu
Western Connecticut State
Division 3
I began coaching at Western Connecticut State University in the fall 2017 as the assistant men's coach. My main role is the on field coach where I coach a majority of the practices and help with game day management.
I currently have my Uefa B license as well as my USSF D license. Alside coaching at westconn, I am the Technical Director of Connecticut Rush Soccer Club and also the College Advisory Program Director.
I have been coaching in the USA since 2011 and also played soccer at American International College which is a D2 program based in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Head Coach
luke.perry@aic.edu
American Int'l
Division 2
UEFA A licensed Coach Perry enters his second season as head coach of the mens soccer team in 2016. In his first year at the helm the team struggled to find it's stride finishing 4-8-5 and missing the playoffs. Perry secured his first victory as a head coach during a 1-0 double-overtime win against Mercy College on a goal from freshman Alejandro Alvarez in the 103rd minute. Perry coached three All-Conference selections during his first season as head coach.
Perry spent two seasons under former head coach Fred Balbino as a graduate assistant coach. With Perry patrolling the sidelines, the Yellow Jackets amassed a record of 15-17-3 and earned a trip to the Northeast-10 postseason in 2014.
After finishing his Youth Team Scholarship at a professional soccer club in England, Perry joined Lees McRae College in 2009 making a significant impact during their 2009 National Runner-Up season. During his two years in North Carolina, Perry was a regular starter tallying seven goals and 21 assists.
While at Lees McRae, he was a Conference Carolina All-Conference first team selection in 2010, third team selection in 2009 and Freshman of the Year.
After transferring to neighboring Northeast-10 program, Southern Connecticut State University, Perry was a captain and regular starter before graduating in 2013.
Perry has played the last three summers in the Professional Development League before most recently playing for Western Mass Professional Soccer Club in the American Soccer League.
Luke Perry
Head Coach
Luke Perry enters his second season as head coach of the mens soccer team in 2016. In his first year at the helm the team struggled to find it's stride finishing 4-8-5 and missing the playoffs. Perry secured his first victory as a head coach during a 1-0 double-overtime win against Mercy College on a goal from freshman Alejandro Alvarez in the 103rd minute. Perry coached three All-Conference selections during his first season as head coach.
Perry spent two seasons under former head coach Fred Balbino as a graduate assistant coach. With Perry patrolling the sidelines, the Yellow Jackets amassed a record of 15-17-3 and earned a trip to the Northeast-10 postseason in 2014.
After finishing his Youth Team Scholarship at a professional soccer club in England, Perry joined Lees McRae College in 2009 making a significant impact during their 2009 National Runner-Up season. During his two years in North Carolina, Perry was a regular starter tallying seven goals and 21 assists.
While at Lees McRae, he was a Conference Carolina All-Conference first team selection in 2010, third team selection in 2009 and Freshman of the Year.
After transferring to neighboring Northeast-10 program, Southern Connecticut State University, Perry was a captain and regular starter before graduating in 2013.
Perry has played the last three summers in the Professional Development League before most recently playing for Western Mass Professional Soccer Club in the American Soccer League.
Head Coach
devin.oneill@wne.edu
Western New England
Division 3
O'Neill, who is a West Springfield native, has been named to lead the men's soccer program at Western New England University, it was announced on March 5, 2015, by Western New England athletics director Dr. Michael Theulen. O'Neill comes to the Golden Bears after serving on the Minutemen's coaching staff for the past three seasons, including as interim coach last fall and as an assistant during the 2012 and '13 seasons under the late Sam Koch.
"I am so excited to be the next mens soccer Coach at Western New England," O'Neill, who will begin his duties on Monday the 9th, said. "I feel very fortunate for this opportunity and want to thank Dr. Theulen, (Senior Associate Director of Athletics) Joe Sassi, (Assistant Athletic Director/Business Manager) Jody Lemoi and the entire search committee for selecting me. During the search process, I was so impressed with the positive energy in the department and I look forward to working closely with my new colleagues.
"We will evaluate our progress in three areas including academic achievement, strong citizenship including impacting our local community, and athletic success. The Commonwealth Coast Conference is outstanding in the sport of mens soccer and will provide a great challenge as we pursue future CCC championships.
"I am excited to meet the entire team and begin our work together in the non-traditional season. I also am looking forward to continuing the recruiting efforts begun by coaches Sullivan and Tim Larocca (an assistant who served as the head coach on an interim basis during the search process) as we look to secure the recruiting class of 2015," said O'Neill.
O'Neill, who will be entering his 22nd year as a college coach in 2015 with the Golden Bears, has a 95-104-22 NCAA head coaching record over 12 seasons that includes previous stops at Division I East Carolina University (1999-2002) and Division III Gettysburg College (2003-09).
"We are extremely pleased to have Devin joining our Athletic Family," stated Theulen, who noted he received 120 applications. "His coaching resume speaks for itself. We were all very impressed by his background, his knowledge, and, in particular, his energy. Devin will be a great fit as we transition into a new era of Western New England University Men's Soccer."
O'Neill, 45, graduated from Middlebury College in 1991 and received his master's degree from Springfield College in 1993.
He came to UMass following a two-year stint at Bradley University in which the Braves participated in the NCAA Tournament each season. At Bradley, O'Neill helped the D-I Braves to a pair of NCAA appearances in 2010 and 2011, marking the first time in the program's history to make back-to-back trips to the national tournament. In his two seasons in Peoria, the Braves posted a 26-15-5 record with 15 wins in 2011 for the second-most wins in program history.
O'Neill returned to his home state of Massachusetts after spending time in the collegiate ranks as both a head coach and an assistant coach. Prior to joining Bradley as an assistant coach in 2010, O'Neill was the head coach at Gettysburg for seven seasons and at East Carolina for four more. He started his coaching career in 1994 at Lafayette College before moving on to Fresno State (1996-97) and Ohio State (1997-99).
At Gettysburg, he compiled a 68-46-18 overall record, including a 38-25-8 mark, and two runner-up finishes in the highly-competitive Centennial Conference. He coached 27 all-conference and nine NSCAA All-East Region players during his Bullets tenure. In his final three years with the ECU Pirates, O'Neill led the team to its best three-year winning percentage in the program's history and produced ECU's first-ever Major League Soccer and US National Team player in Clyde Simms.
As an assistant coach at Lafayette, O'Neill helped the Leopards to consecutive Patriot League titles in 1994 and 1995. He then moved on to Fresno State where the Bulldogs won the Western Athletic Conference crown and reached the NCAA Quarterfinals in 1996. Before beginning his head coaching career, O'Neill also spent two years as an assistant at Ohio State from 1997-98 and helped the Buckeyes to a runner-up finish in the 1998 Big Ten Conference Tournament.
A three-sport athlete at Middlebury, O'Neill captained both the soccer and ski teams and also played golf. He earned NSCAA All-New England Region honors on the soccer pitch as a senior in 1990 and he was a two-time (1989-90) All-American skier.
O'Neill replaces Erin Sullivan who resigned in January to take the men's soccer post at Williams College, his alma mater. "Erin Sullivan did a wonderful job during his tenure as head coach and he has left the program in great shape. I will work hard to build upon his excellent work and strive to continue the programs record of success."
The Golden Bears' storied program has produced an all-time record of 473-359-75 (.563) since its founding in 1966, five Commonwealth Coast Conference championships since entering the league in 2007, eight NCAA Division III tournament appearances, four Division III All-America citations from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, 27 trips to postseason play and scores of all-conference, -region honorees.
O'Neill and his wife, Mimi, are the proud parents of three children: daughter Brooke (16) and sons Sean (14), Shay (10). The family makes their home in Belchertown.
Assistant Coach
alex.suprise@nichols.edu
Nichols (MA)
Division 3
Alex Suprise begins his first season as an assistant coach with the men's soccer program in 2018.
"Alex is going to be a great addition to the coaching staff," said Traina, who has guided the Bison to the Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) playoffs in each of the last 10 seasons, winning a pair of championships (2010, 2014). "He comes from a family of coaches. His father, Scott, coaches at perennial Top 25 school University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, while his brother, Philip, is an assistant coach at the Milwaukee School of Engineering. Alex was a superior defender in college and brings a fresh face to work with our defense."
A native of Milwaukee, Wis., Suprise comes to Dudley following a four-year playing career as a defender at Virginia Wesleyan. He appeared in 54 matches (38 starts). The Marlins posted a combined 36-24-12 mark during Suprises time in Virginia. He graduated in May after majoring in both business and recreation and leisure studies.
I am extremely proud and excited to be a part of the Nichols College community and the mens soccer program, said Suprise. I would like to thank coach Traina for bringing me to Nichols to begin my collegiate coaching career. I am eager to help build on the programs prominent history and tradition. I cant wait for the season to start!
During his time at Virginia Wesleyan, Suprise was a staff coach for the Marlins Soccer Academy Summer Camps (2014-17) and also worked the programs ID Camp (2016-18).
Suprise cut his teeth coaching for the Milwaukee Wave as a summer camp instructor (2013-15) working with kids ages 5-11. He was also a summer camp director for the parks and recreation department in Franklin, Wis. (2015), where he created a curriculum for coaches to follow, as well as the Croatian Eagles Soccer Club (2012-17) and Milwaukee Urban Soccer Collaborative (2014-17). Suprise was the summer speed and agility director, and personal trainer for the Eagles.
Assistant Coach
rdauti@jjay.cuny.edu
John Jay
Division 3
Ridi Dauti is in his third year as head coach of the men's soccer team. He was previously an assistant coach during the 2016 season. In his first season as a head coach Ridi Dauti guided the men's soccer program to the CUNY conference final and ECAC post-season play for the first time in program history. Ridi Dauti was voted Coach of the Year for his achievement leading the bloodhounds in the best season in program history.
Outside of John Jay, Dauti also coaches for the New York Cosmos Academy. He is the head coach of the U13 team that competes in the United Soccer Federation Development Academy league, the highest level of youth soccer in the country. He is also the head coach of New York Athletic Club, a high level amateur team comprised of mostly Division I, II, and NAIA players and former professional players. The team competes in the NPSL league, a semi-professional league (4th tier of US soccer), and has coached against many full professional teams including the prestigious NY Cosmos 1st team.
Previously, Dauti has been the head coach of the World Class FC U14 academy team, Assistant Coaching Director for Asphalt Green Soccer Club, and Soccer Program Coordinator at Downtown United Soccer Club.
He graduated magma cum laude from SUNY Cortland with a Bachelor of Science in Coaching. During this time, he studied abroad in Germany at the German Sports University of Cologne and was heavily involved with the academy of current Bundesliga club FC Koln.
Dauti holds a US Soccer B Coaching License and an NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma.
Assistant Coach (second Email)
arisalpian@gmail.com
Felician
Division 2
Alpian, a Jersey City resident and Queens, N.Y., native, enters his fifth year with the Golden Falcons as an assistant coach specializing in goalkeeper development and junior college recruitment.
Since 2013, Alpian has been the Director of NPSL Operations for the Brooklyn Italians Soccer Club, for which he previously has directed youth goalkeeping. He currently serves on the NPSL Technical Committee, and possesses an Advanced National Diploma and a Level I Goalkeeping Diploma from the NSCAA and a "D" License from U.S. Soccer.
Alpian was a four-year member of the men's soccer team at Division-I Hofstra University and later played for the New York Freedoms of the USL as well as working in the front office for the club. He earned a BBA in marketing from Hofstra in 1999, and is pursuing an MS in sports management from Southern New Hampshire University.
Assistant Coach
aabolfazli@ric.edu
Rhode Island College
Division 3
Recently hired as assistant coach at RIC
Previously GK coach at Franklin Pierce for 2 seasons
Coached u13 + gks for GPS Fortis FC
Staff Coach at NEFC
Assistant Coach
jrealandre1804@yahoo.com
Brooklyn
Division 3
Promoted as Brooklyn College's Head Men's Soccer Coach during the Summer of 2016, Joseph Andre enters his second season at the helm of the BC Men's Soccer program.
In 2016, André helped lead the Bulldogs to a 7-10-2 record including a CUNYAC Championships appearance. The mark also included a 1-1 tie against the eventual conference champ. BC finished with a 4-2-2 conference record heading into the postseason. André would coach the 2016 CUNYAC Player of the Year in senior forward Valentyn Kharko as well as a First Team CUNYAC All-Star.
Assistant Coach
matthewrobinson@annamaria.edu
Anna Maria
Division 3
I am currently the Assistant Mens Soccer coach at Anna Maria College starting the Fall of 2018. Prior to that I coached for FCUSA in south eastern Mass, mainly out of the Plymouth/Kingston area starting in January of 2018 to the summer. I worked with many of the age groups during my time there from 2010s to 2004s.
Originally from Hunmanby in the northeast of England, I played for the u19 and reserve sides for Scarborough athletic who are currently in the 7th tier of English Soccer. I came to the US to play college soccer; first at NCAA Division II Ohio Valley University in West Virginia for two years. Then following that I transferred to Tabor College an NAIA school in Kansas. I played as a center midfielder mainly, my senior year I was both captain of the team and received ALL-KCAC Honors postseason.
I recently graduated in December of 2017 from Tabor with a degree in Sports Management, I am studying towards my Masters in Business Administration while coaching at Anna Maria College.
I currently hold the FA level 1 coaching badge, the USSF F license and the USSF Grassroots course both in person and online. I am hoping to continue my coaching education by taking the USSF D license in the spring of 2019.
Assistant Coach
portillore@yahoo.com
Rutgers-Newark
Division 3
Portillo knows head coach Kevin Easts system as well as anyone after earning four letters under the Scarlet Raiders mentor at New Jersey City University (2003-06). He joined the Raider coaching staff in 2010 and has helped the team to its first NCAA D-III tournament berth, its first trip to the NJAC Championship match and an ECAC Metro title. An All-Hudson County and all-state soccer player at Dickinson High School in Jersey City, Portillo earned a bachelor of science in criminal justice from New Jersey City in 2007. He was named the Hudson County Coach of the Year in boys soccer after leading Dickinson to its first state title before joining the Raider staff. He holds teaching certification in world language and general content education.
Assistant Coach
meza@csi.cun
Staten Island
Division 3
Antonio Meza was named the College of Staten Island Men's Soccer Assistant/Goalkeeper coach in August 2016.
His experiences centers around the sport of soccer for about 30 years. A native of Chile where he spent time in the youth and professional systems before moving to Japan as a Technical Director. Working in United Stated since 2002, Antonio extended his coaching carrier being part of the prestige NY Red Bulls Academy coaching staff for 11 years, working with talented professional prospects around the tristate area. Many of them graduated to either the, collegiate DI, DII DIII level as also the professional and national team level.
Before joining the Dolphins, Meza was named the Director of Coaching for the NJCSA, (New Jersey Cedar Stars Academy), member of the US Soccer Development Academy System, a position he held from 2012 until 2016. In this role he oversaw the whole academy soccer operation.
jbland@kean.edu
Kean
Division 3
Assistant Coach
renato.rosas@regiscollege.edu
Regis (MA)
Division 3
Renato Rosas, assistant coach. I originally grew up and played in Florida. Traveled to Massachusetts to play soccer at Regis College in Weston, MA.
I am now coaching and looking to help players and families learn about process of playing soccer in college. I spent 2 years coaching at the DIII level in Massachusetts at Regis college along with a year of coaching at Seacoast United Kings in Framingham. I have my United Soccer Coaches Nationals Diploma and am pursuing my USSF D license.
Assistant Coach
raynorb@hartwick.edu
Hartwick
Division 3
Brandon Raynor begins his sixth season on staff at Hartwick in the Fall of 2023, recently being elevated to Associate Head Coach on August 1st. Raynor arrived at Wick after serving as an assistant men's soccer coach at his alma mater, Kings College, in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
In his four seasons with the Monarchs, he helped the program to an overall record of 51-23-7, with a Freedom Conference title and NCAA Tournament appearance in 2014. Raynor aided in planning for practices and competitions, scouting reports, on-field training, recruiting, and he served as the teams goalkeeper coach.
In addition to his experience at Kings, Raynor has also served as coach of Back Mountain Youth Soccer Association Fury 2000 Club since 2014.
During his playing career at Kings, Raynor was both a goalkeeper and field player during the 2010-2013 seasons. In three years as a goalkeeper, he played over 1,000 minutes with a goals against average of 0.72 with 79 saves. After transitioning to the field in his junior season, he helped the Monarchs to the 2013 Freedom Conference title and the first NCAA appearance in their history.
Raynor earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Kings in 2014. He earned a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Excellence in Teaching in 2017. Raynor also was the goalkeeping assistant for the USL 2 side, Albany Rush in summer of '23.
Assistant Coach
ryan.limero@colby-sawyer.edu
Colby-Sawyer NH
Division 3
First year as the mens assistant at Colby-Sawyer college. Prior to joining the staff at Colby-Sawyer coached the varsity soccer team at a local high school.
Assistant Coach
camacholemusm@arcadia.edu
Arcadia
Division 3
Arcadia University Assistant Coach
Former Captain and Player at Arcadia
Coached Club for 5 years with USYF Futsal and Millstone Club Soccer
Head Coach
michael.piranian@wilkes.edu
Wilkes
Division 3
Head Men's Soccer Coach at Wilkes University going into his 4th year.
Assistant Coach
rbrandell@misericordia.edu
Misericordia
Division 3
Rob Brandell is entering his second season as the Assistant Men's Soccer Coach at Misericordia University. In 2018, the Cougars returned to the MAC Freedom Conference tournament after a 1 year hiatus. 5 athletes received All-Mac Freedom honors for their performances on the field, and 20 student-athletes were selected to the MAC Freedom Honor Roll for carrying a 3.2 GPA or higher. While at Misericordia, Brandell is pursuing a Masters of Science in Organizational Management with a concentration in Human Resource Management. Outside of Misericordia, he is a board member of the Back Mountain Youth Soccer Association, serving as the U12 Boys and Girls Coordinator.
Brandell received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Environmental Studies from Misericordia University in 2017. From 2013-2017, the Saints won 3 Liberty League Championships and appeared in 4 consecutive NCAA tournaments, including Sweet 16 runs in 2013 and 2015. He was an All-Liberty League selection as a defender/midfielder in 2014, 2016, and 2017. In 2014, Brandell was honored by the NSCAA and ECAC as a 1st-Team All-East Region Midfielder and 1st-Team Upstate All-Star, respectively.
Assistant Coach
andrew.mpasiakos@goucher.edu
Goucher
Division 3
Andrew Mpasiakos enters his second season as an assistant coach for the men's soccer program in 2018, starting his position in January.
Mpasiakos comes to Goucher from Virginia Wesleyan, where he earned his bachelor's degree in International Studies (with a concentration in Business) in May of 2017.
While at Virginia Wesleyan, Mpasiakos earned four letters in soccer, earning a spot on the ODAC All-Academic Team all four years throughout the course of his career. In 2013, Mpasiakos helped Virginia Wesleyan win the ODAC Championships, as the Marlins advanced on to the NCAA Tournament.
A native of Monroe, New York, Mpasiakos has already held several positions in the soccer world. In the Summers of 2015 and 2016, he worked for the New York Red Bulls' Youth Training Division, while during his time at Virginia Wesleyan, he served as a youth coach with several organizations and assisted in youth camps throughout the community.
In June 2017, Mpasiakos was hired as a head coach and trainer for Cedar Stars Academy-Hudson Valley, while he also served as a full-time program manager at the Capelli Sport Center in Florida, New York.
Mpasiakos holds his USC Premier Diploma and USSF National C License.
At Goucher, Mpasiakos is pursuing a Masters Degree in Education with a specialization in Athletic Administration and Leadership.
Assistant Coach
liam.mckersie@chatham.edu
Chatham
Division 3
McKersie completed his college soccer career in the fall of 2018 as part of Allegheny College's men's soccer team where he served as a two-year captain and was a 2nd team All-NCAC selection in 2018. He was also named the team defensive MVP in 2017 and 2018 At Allegheny, McKersie received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and is working on his Masters at Chatham alongside coaching.
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Goalkeeper Coach
atcoughl@syr.edu
Syracuse
Division 1
Coughlin joined the Orange staff as a volunteer assistant coach in 2016. A Syracuse native, Coughlin has five years of experience playing at the collegiate level and is actively playing professionally.
Coughlin started his collegiate soccer career at Syracuse University, where he played for the Orange for three years. After redshirting his freshman year, Coughlin made three appearances in his career at Syracuse, not allowing a goal in any of those outings.
Following his redshirt sophomore season, Coughlin transferred to Canisius College, where he was a two-year starter at the goalkeeper position and team captain. He finished his collegiate career with seven school records including single-season records for shutouts (8), goals-against average (.85) and wins (9). He was voted to the 50th anniversary All-Canisius XI First Team. Coughlin was named WNY Goalkeeper of the Year in 2014 and 2015.
After graduating from Canisus in December of 2015, Coughlin signed with the Syracuse Silver Knights in the Major Arena Soccer League. A current member of the active roster, Coughlin went 5-2 and was voted to the MASL All-Rookie First Team. He also received the Syracuse Silver Knights Unsung Hero award voted on by the players and coaches.
Volunteer Assistant Coach
wfsoccer@wfu.edu
Wake Forest
Division 1
Wake Forest head men's soccer coach Bobby Muuss announced the hiring of Matt Poplawski as the program's new Volunteer Assistant Coach prior to the 2017 season. He enters his second year in 2018.
In his first year in Winston-Salem, he helped the Deacs to a 19-2-2 overall record and 7-0-1 mark in the ACC. By winning the ACC Championship, Wake Forest became the first team in the league to finish the ACC regular season and Championship undefeated since 1999. The Deacs were rewarded with ACC Offensive Player of the Year (Jon Bakero) and Defensive Player of the Year (Kevin Politz) honors, as each was also named an All-American.
Poplawski is part of a staff which earned the United Soccer Coaches Region Staff of the Year honors in 2017. He helped coach MAC Hermann Trophy winner Jon Bakero and CoSIDA Academic All-America of the Year winner Kevin Politz, who became two of the seven Deacons to head to the MLS ranks following the season.
Poplawski joined the Demon Deacons from Penn, where he was a 2017 graduate of the Wharton School of Business, and a two-sport varsity athlete.
On the pitch, Poplawski was a two-time All-Ivy League honoree and two-year team captain. He also played basketball for two seasons, appearing in 17 games.
Assistant Coach
nick.noble@mail.wvu.edu
West Virginia
Division 1
Third year Assistant Coach/Goalkeeper Coach at West Virginia University
Volunteer Assistant Coach
x18b17@lehigh.edu
Lehigh
Division 1
Brendan McIntyre joined the Lehigh mens soccer program as Director of Soccer Operations for the start of the 2017 season. With the Lehigh staff, McIntyre will be completely immersed into the day-to-day coaching duties. He will also take the lead on video analysis, growing the ID Clinics and camps, while learning the wide range of responsibilities associated with a Division I soccer program.
A Bethlehem native, McIntyre played his college soccer at Muhlenberg College where he earned four varsity letters while competing at defensive central midfielder for the Mules. The 2010 Muhlenberg men's soccer team recorded the longest unbeaten streak in program history (15 games) and advanced to the third round of the NCAA Division III Mens Soccer Championship after earning an at-large bid.
While at Muhlenberg, McIntyre also competed at the club level for Lehigh Valley United Sonic and helped the squad capture the 2012 NPSL National Championship. Prior to competing at the collegiate level, the Bethlehem native completed his prep career at Freedom High School.
McIntyre obtained his USSF D License and gained coaching experience with Lehigh Valley United where he has served as a head coach at the youth level since 2014. He was responsible for creating and executing annual training schedule and competition plans, in addition to providing individualized training opportunities for players looking to maximize player development.
A 2014 graduate of of Muhlenberg, McIntyre earned a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Business Administtration.
Assistant Coach
rabrown@colgate.edu
Colgate
Division 1
Ricky Brown '17 was named to the assistant coach position in March 2018.
I am thrilled that Ricky has decided to return to Colgate and be a part of my staff, Ronning said. As a student athlete, he embodied the values Colgate Soccer holds dear both on and off the field. This will carry over as an assistant coach helping this program continue to raise the standard in every aspect.
Brown helped guide Colgate to its third consecutive Patriot League Tournament title in his first season in 2018. The Raiders under Browns guidance became the first Patriot League team to win three straight titles, and they advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament after upsetting No. 22 New Hampshire in the first round.
Colgate in 2018 tied the program record for wins in a season with 13, finishing 13-5-5 overall and 5-2-2 in conference play. Primarily working with goalkeepers, Brown helped guide Colgate to the top of the national ranks in several major defensive categories. The Raiders ranked eighth in shutouts (10), 16th in goals-against average (0.699), 18th in save percentage (0.809), and 19th in shutout percentage (0.478).
Brown was Colgates four-year starting goalkeeper from 2013-17. He finished his career tied for third in program history in career shutouts with 17 clean sheets and helped guide the Raiders to a 2016 Patriot League Tournament Championship and NCAA Tournament appearance and a 2015 regular-season championship. Brown started in 73 games throughout his prolific four-year career, compiling 32 wins, a 0.736 save percentage and 1.32 GAA.
As a senior in 2016, Brown tallied a league-best eight shutouts and was named to the Patriot League All-Tournament team after guiding the Raiders to their sixth-ever Patriot League Championship and NCAA Tournament appearance. The Laguna Hills, Calif. native made 18 saves throughout Colgates Patriot League Tournament run before stopping two of six penalty kick attempts in the championship game to secure Colgates league title.
He earned third team All-Patriot League nods as a junior after finishing the season with a 0.97 goals against average and .800 save percentage. Brown compiled 118 saves during his first two years as Colgates starting keeper as a freshman and sophomore.
Brown graduated from Colgate in May 2017 with a bachelors degree in philosophy. He spent the summer of 2017 as a member of the U23 Nashville SC that competes in the Premier Development League. While in Nashville, Brown also served as a volunteer coach at Lipscomb University and a Goalkeeper Coach at CPS Soccer Academy and Nashville Soccer Academy.
Assistant Coach
baxelrod1@fordham.edu
Fordham
Division 1
Brett Axelrod begins his third season as assistant men's soccer coach at Fordham in 2018.
In 2017, Axelrod helped coach the Rams to the NCAA Elite 8 for the first time in program history which culminated in a #11 national ranking at season's end. Working primarily with the goalkeepers, he coached Rashid Nuhu, who earned 1st Team All-Atlantic 10 and 2nd Team All-Midwest Region honors and was also named to the ECAC 1st team.
In 2016, Axelrod helped coach the Rams to their second Atlantic 10 championship in the last three years. Nuhu earned Second Team All-Atlantic 10 honors and captured the Atlantic 10 Championship's Most Outstanding Player Award.
Axelrod spent the 2014 and 2015 season in Brooklyn, serving as an assistant coach at LIU where he worked primarily with goalkeepers. He helped the Blackbirds win the 2015 NEC Championship as LIU finished the regular season was a perfect 7-0 mark, ranking second in the conference in goals against average.
A four-year letter winner at Whitman College, where he also coached from 2009 to 2011, Axlerod received a degree in Sociology from the school in 2009. He has played semi-professionally with the Yakima Reds and Kitsap Pumas, both of the Premier Development League, and spent time training with Stoke City FC, Portland Timbers, and Crewe Alexandra FC.
Axelrod holds a USSF National "C" coaching license.
Interim Head Coach
mkulas@hartford.edu
Hartford
Division 1
Kulas returns for his sixth season as an assistant coach for the University of Hartfords mens soccer team in 2016. Kulas, who joined the Hawks in 2011, has worked alongside head coach Tom Poitras for the last 10 years, as he previously served as his top assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. He assists with all aspects of the program with an emphasis on recruiting.
Since landing at Hartford with Poitras in 2011, Kulas has piloted the Hawks to 44 wins, the most in a five-year stretch since 1999-2003. The Hawks have made a trio of America East Championship appearances during that stretch, including trips to the conferences title match in 2011, 2013 and 2014.
Kulas contributions to player development both on and off the field have been substantial. He has guided 21 student-athletes to All-Conference distinction and nine to NSCAA regional awards. In the classroom, Hawks mens soccer student-athletes have combined for the highest grade point average among its America East peers in three of the last four years. In addition, 15 America East All-Academic Team laurels have been awarded to Hartford mens soccer players, while Anthony LoBello, a 2016 graduate, became the Hawks first CoSIDA Academic All-District honoree since 2009.
While at Green Bay, Kulas helped pilot the team to four-straight Horizon League tournament appearances, including a historic season in 2009 that saw the program earn its first-ever tournament championship coupled with an NCAA Division I Tournament appearance, the first in 26 years. In 2007, his impact aided the Phoenix in returning to the Horizon League championship game as the former college defender helped Green Bay set a team record with 12 shutouts in a single season.
Kulas got his collegiate coaching career started with a stint at Assumption College in 2004. Serving as an assistant womens soccer coach with the Greyhounds, he helped direct the team to its first-ever berth in the NCAA Division II New England Regional Tournament that season. Following that appointment, Kulas served one season as an assistant to the Hawks womens soccer team under current head coach John Natale before returning to Worcester, Mass., when he was named head coach of Assumptions mens soccer program.
Kulas is a 2002 graduate of Southern New Hampshire, where he was a standout defender for the mens soccer team under Poitras watch. He helped the team post a 38-12-8 record as a three-year starter and led the Penmen to a pair of NCAA regional appearances and a Northeast-10 title (2000). Kulas went on to gain professional playing experience in 2002 as a member of the New Hampshire Phantoms, a team that placed fourth in the Northern Division.
Kulas hiring also served as a homecoming for the Nutmeg State native, as he was an assistant coach for the Hartford womens soccer team in 2005. He holds a National B License and has also served as a staff coach to the FC Green Bay Boys U15 youth soccer club team as well as Wisconsins Olympic Development Program.
Assistant Volunteer Coach
scheck.dan@yahoo.com
Pennsylvania
Division 1
James C. Gentle Head Coach [Brian Gill](https://pennathletics.com/staff.aspxstaff=161) has announced the hiring of Dan Scheck as a volunteer assistant coach for the Quakers, focusing on the goalkeeper unit for the University of Pennsylvania men's soccer program. Scheck will join Gill and assistant coaches [Peter Lowry](https://pennathletics.com/staff.aspxstaff=162) and [Jonathan Delano](https://pennathletics.com/staff.aspxstaff=363) for the 2018 season.
"We are really excited to have Dan join our program for this upcoming season. He is a young, ambitious coach who, along with the rest of the coaching staff, will help to further develop the student-athletes in our program here at Penn. On a daily basis, Dan will help assist with all aspects of our program, but will spend a bulk of his time working to develop our goalkeeper corps. Having attended and played his college soccer at nearby Temple, Dan has a good feel for the dynamic here in Philadelphia and has a firm understanding of the Penn community. Two seasons on Ray Reid's staff up at UConn has undoubtedly given him some good insight on how a high level soccer environment functions."
Scheck wrapped up his second season with the Huskies in 2017 as Director of Soccer Quality Control, assisting with ticket sales, match promotions, and fan engagement. Last fall, Scheck's efforts helped aid the Huskies to an average attendance of 3,502, ranking first nationally in average attendance. He served as a goalkeeper for the Temple Owls from 2011-14. A three-year starter, Scheck appeared in 43 games in his Owl career, tallying 16 clean sheets. As a senior in 2014, he started in 16 games en route to a second-team All-American Athletic Conference selection. He enjoyed a breakout junior campaign in 2013, matching the program record with nine shutouts. The Sayville, N.Y. native was named the league's Keeper of the Week on two occasions and held an .859 save percentage in 18 starts.
Assistant Coach
stewart.flaherty@dartmouth.edu
Dartmouth
Division 1
https://dartmouthsports.com/sports/mens-soccer/roster/coaches/stewart-flaherty/9376
Assistant Coach
neumeyerb@gmail.com
Sacred Heart
Division 1
Brian Neumeyer joined the Sacred Heart coaching staff in 2017.
Neumeyer as the General Manager of the former Elm City Express of the NPSL, won a National Championship in its inaugural season in 2017.
He spent 19 years as the head coach of boys varsity soccer team at Newtown High School. Under his direction, the soccer program was named one of the top ten sports programs of the decade by the Danbury News-Times.
Neumeyer was also a member of the 1990 National Championship team at Southern Connecticut State University where he was a teammate of SHU Head Coach Joe Barroso.
As the former coaching director of Newtown Soccer Club, and a former Olympic Development Program staff coach, Neumeyer now works closely with local youth clubs in a coaching advisory role.
Along with coaching Neumeyer works as an educator for the Stratford BOE.
Neumeyer resides in Monroe, Connecticut, with his wife and their two sons.
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Assistant Coach
richard.cusano@marist.edu
Marist
Division 1
Ricky Cusano begins his 14th season as an Assistant Coach in 2018-19 after playing at Marist for four years and being a three-year starter at midfield/forward from 2001-2004. He was a MAAC All-Academic Team Selection in 2003 and 2004 while also being named MAAC Offensive Player of the week on September 14, 2003. He played in every game over his four years at Marist and finished his playing career with 4 goals and 6 assists. Cusano led Marist in assists in his junior year 2003. Cusano was a member of two Marist teams that made appearances in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Championship game in 2002 and 2004. He was a starter and member of the 2004 team that won the MAAC Tournament Championship and went on to play UConn in the NCAA Tournament College Cup.
After graduation in 2005, Cusano immediately joined the coaching staff. He served as an Assistant Coach to the 2005 MAAC Tournament Championship team that went on to play St. John's in the NCAA Tournament College Cup. Over the years, he has helped recruit and coach numerous All MAAC First, Second, and rookie team selections as well as many All MAAC Academic Team recipients during his time as an assistant to Coach Viggiano and Coach Herodes.
Prior to Marist, Cusano was a five-time New York State Cup Champion with the FC Westchester 84's in 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2004. He also won two Region I Championships in 2000 and 2002, as well as a National Championship in 2000 with FC Westchester.
Cusano attended North Rockland High School, where he was a four-year varsity starter. In his junior and senior years he earned All-League, All-Section, and All-County recognition. He is among the all-time leaders at North Rockland in career goals scored and career assists even though he missed his entire sophomore season due to injury. He also played and was a starter for the Eastern New York Olympic Development Program (ODP) from 1998-2001.
In the summers of 2004 and 2005, Cusano won two open State Cup Championships with the New York Irish Rovers. He has also was worked with the LaGrange Soccer club winning two more state cup championships as a Head Coach in 2010 and 2011. He currently trains youth teams in the Hyde Park soccer club and has joined the Eastern New York Olympic Development Program coaching staff. He holds a USSF national coaching license.
Cusano earned his Bachelor's Degree in History with a Minor in Business and Minor in American Studies from Marist in 2005. He also earned a Master's of Business Administration with a Concentration in Executive Leadership from Marist in 2007. He is currently the Coordinator of Tutoring and teaches at Marist. He resides in Wappingers Falls, N.Y. with his wife Stefanie and son Anthony.
Associate Head Coach
acormack@sfc.edu
St. Francis (NY)
Division 1
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
ebrandsdorfer@saintpeters.edu
Saint Peter's
Division 1
Brandsdorfer begins his second season as an assistant coach on Julian Richens staff in 2016.
Brandsdorfer came to Saint Peter's from right down the road at NJIT after serving as an assistant coach for the Highlanders for the 2014 season. He helped NJIT to a 7-8-4 overall mark and 2-3-0 record in the Sun Belt Conference. Brandsdorfer coached the Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Year (Cristian Marcel) and the conference's Defensive Player of the Year (Marko Drljic).
Prior to coming to Newark, Brandsdorfer was an assistant coach at Drew for the 2013 season, helping the team to an 11-4-5 record. The Rangers finished 2-2-3 in the Landmark Conference and partipated in the first round of the ECAC Tournament.
A three-year member of the Temple men's soccer team, Brandsdorfer registered three goals and two assists for eight points in 48 games. The Owls posted a 26-26-4 overall mark and 15-11-1 in league play in his three seasons. He started his collegiate career at North Florida in 2008.
Brandsdorfer graduated from Temple in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science degree and earned his Master's Degree from the University of Stirling in the United Kingdom in 2013.
Assistant Coach
mwaterma@holycross.edu
Holy Cross (MA)
Division 1
Mark Waterman is currently in his second season at Holy Cross as an assistant mens soccer coach in 2018. Waterman spent the 2015 and 2016 seasons as an assistant coach at Tufts University as the Jumbos won the 2016 Div. III national championship.
Waterman joined Tufts in 2015, helping the team to a Sweet Sixteen appearance and then onto the Div. III National Championship in 2016. Waterman was a part of the staff to be named the 2016 NSCAA Staff of the Year.
While at Tufts, Waterman managed coaching video sessions for the team as well as individual and smaller group sessions. He was also responsible for the scouting of opponents and creating a scouting report. He also coordinated recruiting visits and evaluated nationally.
Waterman played four years at Denison University as a midfielder. He received his bachelor of arts in economics at Denison in 2015 and his master of sports leadership degree from Northeastern University in 2017. At Denison, he played in 67 games and tallied 57 points on 25 assists and 16 goals. Waterman served as a captain his senior year and was a three-time All-Conference player. His 25 assists ranks second all-time at Dension.
Waterman currently holds a USSF E license.
Assistant Coach
prybutok@lasalle.edu
La Salle
Division 1
Evan Prybutok joined the La Salle men's soccer program as an assistant coach in May of 2018.
"Evan is a tireless recruiter who has a keen eye for talent that will fit our program well," head coach Rob Irvine said. "We're very excited to get Evan on board to build upon the hard work of former assistant Bobby Wilkinson and current assistant [Travis Cantrell](http://goexplorers.com/staff.aspxstaff=351)."
Prybutok spent the previous two seasons as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Manhattan College, where he helped the Japsers finish one win shy of tying the program record for wins in a season in 2017. Prybutok worked with Manhattan's goalkeepers, helping to mold Marcellin Gohier into the 2017 MAAC Goalkeeper of the Year.
Prybutok was also responsible for opposition scouting, performance and video analysis, budgeting and team travel at Manhattan.
"I'm extremely excited to join the La Salle soccer family and come back home to Philadelphia," said Prybutok. "I'm excited to begin working with Rob and our student-athletes to continue to build upon the success of the program."
Prybutok, who is also a staff coach at Players Development Academy (PDA) in New Jersey, spent five seasons at Temple prior to his tenure at Manhattan. He was an integral part of the American Conference Coaching Staff of the Year in 2013 and helped the Owls bring in two nationally-ranked recruiting classes.
He also worked with Temple's goalkeepers, helping to develop Dan Scheck into one of the top goalies in the nation in 2013. The senior finished that season with a 0.67 goals-against average and nine shutouts.
Prybutok started the men's soccer program at Otero Junior College (Colo.) in 2010. Otero finished 16-3-2 in the inaugural season en route to winning NJCAA Region IX and the NJCAA West District Championships. Additionally, Prybutok led Otero to a berth in the 2010 NJCAA National Finals and was named the 2010 West District Coach of the Year.
Prybutok got his start in coaching as a volunteer assistant coach at Rutgers in 2009 while also serving on the Maine Olympic Coaching staff.
A nationally licensed coach, Prybutok holds his USSFB License and NSCAA Premier Diploma. He played collegiately at the University of Massachusetts and graduated in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in management before earning a Master's in Education from Temple in 2014.
Head Coach
rburk@conncoll.edu
Connecticut College
Division 3
Reuben Burk comes to Connecticut College after spending one year at Newberry College, two years at the College of the Holy Cross, and two years at Alfred University.
At Newberry, Burk was the recruiting coordinator and had the main responsibility of overseeing the recruiting process for all prospective student-athletes, both internationally and domestically. Burk helped establish one of Newberry's most diverse recruiting classes for 2018 by helping get commitments from Brazil, Italy, North Carolina, South Carolina and Maryland. He also coordinated recruiting trips to Iceland, Norway, and Spain.
At Holy Cross, Burk helped with a variety of duties including daily coaching, recruiting nationally, scouting, helping plan offseason schedules, game day preparations, travel coordination, community service, and helping run summer camps and clinics.
Burk also served as the assistant coach at Alfred University. The team reached the Empire 8 semifinals in 2014, which marked the program's first conference tournament appearance in nine years. Burk was also part of a group which earned the 2014 Empire 8 Coaching Staff Award.
As a player, Burk was a four-year student-athlete at Hobart College. Under Head Coach Shawn Griffin, in both 2009 and 2011, Hobart finished in the top 25 Division III national rankings and made appearances in the NCAA Division III National Tournament. In 2009, Burk helped Hobart win the Liberty League conference championship.
Burk graduated from Hobart in 2013 with a bachelor's degree in anthropology/sociology and religious studies. He then got his master's in business administration from Alfred University in 2015. Burk holds a USSF C License as well as a NSCAA Advanced National Diploma.
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Head Coach
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New York University
Division 3
Kim Wyant has completed five seasons as head coach of the New York University men's soccer program and her teams have compiled a 43-40-10 overall record.
In each of the past four seasons, Wyants teams have qualified for postseason play. In 2019, the Violets reached the second round of the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Championship Tournament, defeating Hood College before falling 1-0 to host Muhlenberg College. NYU finished the campaign with an 8-8-2 overall record and a 3-3-1 mark in the University Athletic Association (UAA). The Violets produced a season-high six-game winning streak, which culminated with a 1-0 UAA victory over Washington University in St. Louis on October 18.
Several of Wyants players flourished during the season, with a pair (Sergio Monton, Pablo Vargas) earning First Team All-UAA honors and another duo (Luca Mancuso, Louis Meeks) receiving Honorable Mention. Monton was also tabbed UAA Offensive Player of the Year, First Team All-ECAC and United Soccer Coaches (USC) Third Team All-East Region.
The Violets also succeeded in the classroom as 13 Violets earned UAA Fall Sport All-Academic honors. Monton received USC Scholar All-East Region Second Team accolades and Pedro Goldberg earned the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Student-Athlete Award.
Currently the only female head coach of an NCAA mens soccer team, Wyant served as an assistant coach of the NYU womens team for four years before taking over the mens program.
In 2018, the Violets finished with a 12-4-3 overall record and earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament, the first appearance for NYU since 2010. The Violets advanced to the second round by defeating Haverford College 5-4 in penalty kicks after a 110-minute, 1-1 deadlock. Wyants squad was eliminated after losing to host Montclair State University also in penalty kicks (5-4) after a 1-1 tie.
The Violets posted a 3-3-1 UAA record in 2018, the teams best performance since going 4-0-3 in 2010. Six team members earned All-UAA honors (First Team: Vargas, Grant Engel; Second Team: Meeks; Honorable Mention: Monton, Maxi Rodriguez; Rookie of the Year: Oliver Kleban). Rodriguez earned UAA honors for the second consecutive season, following former captain Petter Aasa, who also earned the honor twice under Wyants direction. Engel, a senior goalkeeper and first-time recipient, allowed a league-low four goals in UAA play.
Assistant Coach
esposm2@rpi.edu
Rensselaer Poly
Division 3
Assistant Coach
blongo@mit.edu
Massachusetts Institute of Tech
Division 3
Longo enters his sixth year as assistant coach for the MIT men's soccer team this fall. Longo has been involved with coaching soccer for the past 14 years which includes two years as the head coach of the Lexington High School Boys Varsity team, where he led the team to a record of 25-4-6 and back-to-back Middlesex League titles in 2014 and 2015. Longo also spent one year as a pro coach of the Lexington United Soccer Club, five years as a staff coach for SFC New England and 11 years as a coach at the Soccer 101 Academy. Longo holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Seton Hall University and a masters in business administration from Bentley University. Longo was a Division I men's soccer player in the Big East Conference at Seton Hall, starting 62 games in midfield from 2007-2010. Longo also holds a United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma
Assistant Coach
jmichell@skidmore.edu
Skidmore
Division 3
Micheller joined the Skidmore Men's Soccer staff in the fall of 2013.
During his time at Skidmore, Micheller has helped the Thoroughbreds compile a record of 32-18-6 while reaching the Liberty League Championship game twice in three years. In the 2015 season, the team broke into the Top 25 at No. 22; something that had not been done in nearly a decade.
Micheller, a native of Avon, Connecticut; was a four-year goalkeeper at Elmira College where he played under head coach Jeremiah Kneeland. Micheller set collegiate records at Elmira in wins, GAA, and shutouts while also receiving conference, regional and national recognition throughout his four seasons with the Soaring Eagles. In his junior and senior seasons in 2010 and 2011, Micheller was one of the top goalkeepers in the country, with a top-15 ranking in save percentage in both years, leading his team to a combined 24-9-4 record.
Micheller graduated from Elmira College in 2012 with a Bachelors Degree in Adolescent Education.
Since 2013, Micheller has completed his NSCAA National Diploma as well as NSCAA Goalkeeping diplomas. He is a head coach at the Albany Alleycats where he coaches during the offseason.
Assistant Coach
russo@denison.edu
Denison
Division 3
Russo has guided the Denison men's soccer team to over 200 victories, three North Coast Athletic Conference championships and three NCAA Division III Tournament appearances. Overall, Russo has amassed 425 wins in his 38 year coaching college soccer. He is is the Top 25 of all time winningest college coaches.
In 2010, the Big Red posted a 10-8 record and advance to the championship game of the NCAC Tournament before falling, 3-1, to nationally-ranked Ohio Wesleyan in a rematch of the 2009 championship.
In 2009, the Big Red posted a 12-5 record and finished with a 6-1 mark in conference play. They entered the NCAC Tournament as the No. 2 seed and went on to defeat Kenyon in the semifinals before a momentous upset of the nation's top-ranked team and previously unbeaten, Ohio Wesleyan, in the championship game. The team moved on to their ninth NCAA Tournament appearance in school history and their third appearance under Russo's direction.
In 2006, Russo led the Big Red to a 12-4-2 record overall, finishing 7-1-1 in the conference. Denison advanced to the North Coast Athletic Conference title game and battled Allegheny for the full 90, sending the game into overtime. In the 96th minute of overtime the Big Red netted a dramatic breakaway goal, sending them to yet another NCAA tournament. Highlights of the season include a school record for having only 13 goals scored against the Big Red. The previous season saw Russo join an elite group of active NCAA coaches who have reached the 300-win milestone with their 2-1 victory over Hiram College.
Russo's 2003 squad posted a program-best 18-3 record and a share of the North Coast Athletic Conference Championship. Denison began the year with a school-record 13 consecutive victories and was ranked as high as No. 2 in the NSCAA/Adidas Division III mens soccer national poll. The Big Red qualified for the NCAA tournament for the seventh time in school history and the first time since 1983. He was also named the NSCAA Great Lakes Region Coach of the Year for the second time in his career.
He enters the 2018 season with an overall coaching record of 418-226-53, a .635 winning percentage. Over his 19 years at Denison he has maintained the winning tradition of the Big Red program and has gone 191-126-31 over that span. In addition, after the team's record-setting 2003 season, Russo was named the NSCAA Great Lakes Region Coach of the Year for the second time in his career.
Russo, who is certified by the United States Soccer Federation with an "A" license, holds a bachelor's degree in physical education (1977) from Wilmington College, where he also played varsity soccer. Russo continued his education at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, earning a master's degree in health and physical education (1979). While at Miami, Russo served as both assistant and head coach of the Redhawks' men's soccer team. Most recently, he was the men's soccer coach at the State University of New York - College at Oneonta from 1995 through 1998.
Russo began his coaching career in 1978 at Miami University of Ohio as an assistant on the men's soccer staff. In 1980, he was named head coach of the program as well as serving as a physical education instructor during his time at Miami. Following his four-year stint in Oxford, Russo moved on to coach the men's soccer team at Gannon University in Erie, Pa. During his nine years at Gannon, Russo's teams appeared in the NCAA Division II tournament six times. He was named the Western Pennsylvania Intercollegiate Soccer Conference's Coach of the Year three times (1983, '84 and '85), Mid-Atlantic Regional Coach of the Year and National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) National Coach of the Year. In January of 2010, Russo was inducted into the Gannon University Hall of Fame where he remains the program's all-time leader in coaching victories.
In the fall of 1991, Russo took the head coaching position at the University of South Carolina-Spartanburg. During his four seasons in Spartanburg, Russo's teams advanced to the NCAA Division II tournament each year. In 1992, he was named the NSCAA South Regional Coach of the Year. He earned Peach Belt Conference Coach of the Year recognition in both 1992 and 1994. Russo also served as a physical education instructor. He was president of the Western Pennsylvania Intercollegiate Soccer Conference in 1983.
Along with his soccer coaching responsibilities, Russo's position includes appointment as an assistant professor in Denison's Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation.
Head Coach
jaworski@grinnell.edu
Grinnell
Division 3
Coach Jaworski has served as coach of the Pioneer men's soccer team since 2004. The 2009 Pioneer squad won the Midwest Conference Tournament title and earned the schools first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance as Jaworski was voted MWC Coach of the Year. Jaworski has helped build the Pioneer program into a consistent winner. After his first two teams went 10-19-2 overall and 5-13 in Midwest Conference play, Grinnell has posted a combined overall mark of 67-61-12 and league record of 45-22-7 in the past eight seasons. The Pioneers have posted winning records six of the last eight years and qualified for the MWC Tournament six times in that span. Under his guidance, Grinnell also boasted its first-ever MWC Player of the Year in 2010, Mark Rosenberg. Overall, Jaworski has developed six All-Region selections while at Grinnell and 10 Academic All-Region selections. Jaworskis 2014 team was one for the history books. Grinnell emerged as the NCAA Division III national leader in three categories. Isaiah Tyree led the nation in goals against average at 0.218 and save percentage at .959, while the Pioneers were also tops in team save percentage with a mark of .916. Grinnell also tied or set five MWC records in 2014, including Tyree in goals against average and save percentage. The Pioneers established new league marks in goals allowed with eight and team goals against average at 0.44, with the latter mark ranking fourth nationally. Grinnell tied the MWC record for shutouts in a season with 11. Jaworski arrived at Grinnell in August of 2004, following a long and successful career as an assistant coach at DePauw University that spanned from 1991-2003. During his tenure as an assistant coach, the Tigers went 167-58-12 (.704) and made four NCAA Tournament appearances. In May 2003, Jaworski was named Aflac National Assistant Coach of the Year in recognition of his hard-work and dedication to the DePauw University men's soccer program. The award is based on a coach's longevity and expertise, as well as contributions to the school and community, and special achievements throughout their careers. In addition to his work with the men's soccer program at DePauw, he also was an assistant coach for the DePauw women's soccer team that advanced to the NCAA Final Four in 2003. Jaworski was a standout soccer player for the DePauw men's team from 1984-1988, and he became the first player in the school's history to earn all-America honors in men's soccer, earning the distinction in 1988. He currently ranks seventh all-time in career goals scored with 31, and is eighth all-time in career points with 75. Jaworski, a 1989 graduate of DePauw, was inducted into the DePauw Athletic Hall of Fame in 2002. As a head coach, Jaworski has coached two separate club teams to Indiana state championships. In 2002, his under-17 Dynamo FC Indianapolis club team claimed the state championship, and in 2000 his under-18 Dynamo FC Indianapolis squad won the team title. In 2004, Jaworski guided his Carmel United under-18 club to the final four of the Indiana state championship, where his team lost to the eventual state champion. He and his wife Leslie (a staff member of the Colleges psychology department), with the assistance of College coaches Tim Hollibaugh and Andy Hamilton, began the Grinnell Sports Camp in 2005. The camp allows participants to learn fundamentals and participate in drills in a variety of sports while also learning the values of sportsmanship and enjoyment of several activities. Jaworski resides in Grinnell with his wife and they have three children: Ann Marie (25) is a former three-year captain of the Boston University Women's Soccer Team, a former member of the U-19 US Women's National team, and now Head Soccer Coach at Simmons University in downtown Boston. John (23) attends Sacred Heart University and play Division I hockey. Calvin (19) is a second-year football player (free safety) at the University of Northern Iowa.
Assistant Coach
paulhennessey1985@gmail.com
Cal Tech
Division 3
templetonp1@southernct.edu
Southern Connecticut State
Assistant Coach
ojokp@wcsu.edu
Western Connecticut State
Division 3
I began coaching at Western Connecticut State University in the fall 2017 as the assistant men's coach. My main role is the on field coach where I coach a majority of the practices and help with game day management.
I currently have my Uefa B license as well as my USSF D license. Alside coaching at westconn, I am the Technical Director of Connecticut Rush Soccer Club and also the College Advisory Program Director.
I have been coaching in the USA since 2011 and also played soccer at American International College which is a D2 program based in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Assistant Coach
coachlynch9@gmail.com
Fairleigh Dickinson-Florham
Division 3
Ruairi Lynch joined the FDU-Florham mens soccer coaching staff in 2015, where he quickly become an integral part of the program. Coach Lynch hold his UEFA B, USSF B and United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma coaching licenses.
As well as assistant coach for the Devils, coach Lynch also holds positions as Development Academy coach with TSF Academy, coach educator with NJ Youth Soccer, and consultant for Beyond Pulse wearable technology.
In 2017 coach Lynch was selected to the prestigious United Soccer Coaches 30 under 30 program. The merit-based initiative is awarded to 15 men and 15 women annually with the aim to provide support and exposure for some of the best and most talented coaches in the country under the age of 30.
Coach Lynch is an alumnus of SUNY Cortland where he graduated with a masters in International sports management, and University College Dublin where he received his bachelors degree in sports and exercise management. A native of Sligo, Ireland, coach Lynch now resides in Morristown, NJ.
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
avram.allen@ung.edu
North Georgia
Division 2
Allen is entering his 5th year as assistant coach of the University of North Georgia's men's soccer program. Allen returned to his alma mater as the full-time assistant men's soccer coach in 2014 to assist head coach Patrice Parris with all aspects of the program. He was a two-year letter-winner at North Georgia as a midfielder garnering Peach Belt Conference All-Tournament honors in 2008.
The McCaysville, Georgia native served three years on the UNG men's soccer staff including two years as the graduate assistant (2011-12). In 2013, he served as the full-time women's assistant at Young Harris College.
Allen competed at YHC for two years before transferring to North Georgia. At YHC, he was captain of the 2006 Mountain Lion team that went to the GJCAA Region 17 finals earning Second Team All-Region honors along the way.
Allen prepped at Fannin County High School where he scored 86 career goals and still holds the school record for goals in a season (29) and career goals. He also played football and basketball for the Rebels.
Assistant Coach
scisakow@my.bridgeport.edu
Bridgeport
Division 2
A meticulous and dedicated soccer coach who seeks to increase team
functioning by increasing individual and group performance. Possess
analytical coaching skills based on technical, tactical, physical and
psychological development. Operates with a desire to succeed
personally and as part of an effective team in an environment which
is constantly challenging and evolving.
Head Coach
jacobpesarcik@annamaria.edu
Anna Maria
Division 3
Coach Jacob Pesarcik (Coach Jake) was appointed the Head Men's Soccer Coach back in March of 2018. Coach Jake arrived to Anna Maria College in early August of 2017, and prior to becoming the Head Men's Soccer Coach, Coach Jake held the position as the Graduate Assistant Coach during the duration of the Fall 2017 soccer season.
A statement from Coach Jake My priority and vision is to build-up and maintain the Anna Maria College Men's Soccer Team to an overall respectable standard, with a consistent player roster that has passionate, well-rounded, hard-working players who have a desire to achieve success both on and off the field. We have great potential to become something truly special to the very near future.
Coach Jake was raised in the Allentown, Pennsylvania area where he played his youth soccer career at Lehigh Valley United. Coach Jake then played for Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania (NCAA Division II), which he played 4 years for the BU Huskies. Coach Jake played as a Goalkeeper appeared in a total of 23 matches for the BU Huskies.
In making the transition into coaching Coach Jake is thoroughly invested in developing his knowledge as a coach and is commitment to career long learning. Also, Coach Jake focuses heavily on the overall holistic development of his team and players. Coach Jake has obtained his United Soccer Coaches (USC) Premier Diploma, Advanced National Diploma, National Diploma as well as his Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma. Coach Jake has also obtained his United State Soccer Federation (USSF) D License, and is planning to obtain additional diplomas, licenses and badges within the near future.
Throughout the years, Coach Jake has been employed and has volunteered at numerous youth soccer clubs, high schools, camps/clinics and colleges/universities across the United States to gain valuable coaching experiences.
From Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Coach Jake received in May of 2017 a Bachelors Degree in Social Work and in May of 2018, graduated from Anna Maria College with a Masters Degree in Social Work (completed within the 1 year - Advanced Standing Program).
Along with Coach Jakes coaching responsibilities, he is also the Administrative Assistant for the Anna Maria College Social Work Departments assisting both the Bachelors Social Work and Masters Social Work Directors in running the daily operations of the academic departments.
Contact Coach Jake via email with any inquiries (jacobpesarcik@annamaria.edu).
Head Coach
jshimer@pmc.edu
Pine Manor
Division 3
Shimer joined Pine Manor in January 2014 as Head Womens Soccer coach and the inaugural Head Coach of the Mens Soccer Program. The fourth-year head coach recently led the men's soccer team to their second-consecutive American Collegiate Athletic Association (ACAA) conference tournament championship during the 2017 season as the Gators finished with their best record in program history, 12-5-1.
Pine Manor College enjoyed several ACAA postseason awards including the Player of the Year in Jose Corrales, the Freshman and Co-Defensive Player of the Year in Noah Nixon, and six First-Team All-ACAA players with Corrales, Nixon, Akheem Thompson, Cesar Garcia, Diego Herrera, and Jahvar Gayle. Nixon was named the ACAA tournament MVP and was joined by Corrales, Herrera, and Raudel Gomez on the All-Tournament Team. And Shimer was voted by his peers as the 2017 ACAA Coach of the Year.
Shimer joined Pine Manor after spending the 2013 season as the First Assistant Mens Soccer Coach at Endicott College. At Endicott, Shimer helped design and implemented practice plans for the Mens Soccer program while also serving as the Goalkeepers Coach and recruiting coordinator where he helped land several top recruits from around the country for the Gulls.
In addition, Shimer is a staff coach for the Aztecs on the North Shore of Boston, while also serving as a staff coach for Olympic Development Program (ODP) of Massachusetts Youth Soccer.
Prior to Endicott, Shimer served as an assistant at his alma mater, Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU), during the 2012 season. Under the tutelage of Head Mens Soccer Coach Jay Martin, the all-time winningest coach in college mens soccer history, Shimer was a part of the 2013 Battling Bishops team that won the Fred Myers Adidas Invitational tournament championship, North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) regular season championship, and had a second place finish in the NCAC championship tournament before earning a berth in the NCAA DIII Championship tournament. During the 2012 season, OWU finished second in goals scored and gave up the second fewest goals in the NCAC.
An avid fan of the game, Shimer also served as WEEI.coms primary analyst during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Prior to that, Shimer worked as Assistant Sports Editor at the Newburyport Daily News, covering professional soccer in New England as well as the Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics.
Shimer holds a Director of Coaching Diploma, a Premier Diploma, a Advanced National Diploma and a Goalkeeping Diploma from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA). He currently resides in Reading, Mass with his wife Juliana and their dog Jerry.
Head Coach (Second Email)
daniel_toulson@emerson.edu
Emerson
Division 3
Dan Toulson joins Emerson as the Head Men's Soccer Coach after serving as an Assistant Coach for the Lions for three years. Before joining Emerson, Toulson spent three years at Catholic University. During his time in Washington, D.C., the Cardinals won the Landmark Conference Championship and made an appearance in the Second Round of the NCAA Tournament. Prior to joining Catholic, Toulson served as a coach at Hamilton Boys' High School in his native New Zealand.
As a player, Toulson represented New Zealand at the U19 level on a tour of Europe in 2006 before beginning a collegiate career with Kenyon College (OH) in 2008. As a Lord, he was selected to the NCAC All-Conference team and served as team captain in 2011.
Toulson graduated from Kenyon College with a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies in 2012. Additionally, he earned a Masters in Sociology with a focus on Sport and International Development from Catholic in 2016, and has been heavily involved in the International Sport for Development space across both the private and non profit sectors.
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 also face live action observed by all college coaches
A Goalkeeper Showcase- all 50+ college coaches in attendance observe a showcase exclusively for GKs
Multiple private position-specific training sessions with a team of college coaches
A keeper-specific session on the recruiting process to cover unique aspects of the position
Live-action in tournament gameplay, observed by all college coaches
Add a professionally filmed and edited video to your camp experience
Highlights are captured during workouts at camp and edited to show you at your best
Your video will be edited after camp and delivered on a personalized Highlight Video webpage
Pre-order your Goalkeeper Video during registration for 195 (35% savings)
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Parent
I attended the camp with my son. The information that the EXACT personnel provided was excellent. We are now much more informed regarding the college recruiting and scholarship qualification's. The coaches that mentored the boys were also very knowledgeable, devoted, and fun. The rating that was provided after the camp was very helpful to help guide my son with his future training. The camp helped to boost my son's confidence and love for the game. I cannot say enough about the camp. You guys are the best ! Thanks for your efforts!
Parent
I brought my son to this camp not really knowing what to expect and was concerned about how young he was for the camp, since it appears designed around high school level players. I was surprised by the in-depth amount of information that EXACT provided us regarding how to prepare for the college recruitment process. Without a doubt, we would have missed out on the opportunity to know how the process works and the information you provided was insightful and we have confidence moving forward as our son moves into high school and college beyond.
Great job and we look forward to attending more EXACT camps, as well as introduce my younger son to the camps when the time is right. Thank you!
Player
I had an amazing experience at EXACT Camp. I enjoyed the opportunity to talk face-to-face with so many coaches from around the country. I also enjoyed the opportunity to train with new coaches. I am looking forward to visiting coaches that I met at their schools and getting to take a closer look at their programs. It was also cool to meet so many fellow athletes from other places and make new friends. Thank you so much for everything!! Thank you!!!
Player
This is the first ID Camp that I have attended and it was a positive experience in every way. The camp was very well organized leading up to the camp with very informative emails and preparation work for the camp. On the day of the camp, registration was well organized and the EXACT team was there to help for every step of the way. Chris was an excellent leader and motivated me from the very beginning. It was amazing to be exposed to real college coaches and to be coached both on and off the field. Getting feedback on the day was very rewarding. I am looking forward to attending EXACT Soccer Academic 50 ID Camp in June/July.
Player
This was a wonderful opportunity to meet coaches and other players in a completely different format. There is a chance to show individual skills that may not be seen in a regular soccer tournament environment. The interaction with coaches is outstanding and I really feel that I was able to get exposure from EXACT that I would not have anywhere else. Thanks for a great session and options to see so many coaches. I can't wait to see where this opportunity leads me!
Player
I was surprised to see so many coaches, and having them available to talk to. I wish I would have known about EXACT Sports Elite Camp my junior year. I left feeling like I had personal attention from coaches, and got a better grip on how to navigate the college sports recruitment process.
Great experience meeting coaches, and having the discussion panel with coaches and parents. The games were fun and challenging, which I really enjoyed. Thanks EXACT!
Parent
The numerous pieces of advice for student athletes was really good. This camp was a confidence builder for my son, and also empowering. Thanks for a well organized and educational camp.
Player
EXACT Sports Camp is a key component to being recruited as an athlete. The camp provides you with an opportunity to meet, interact, and train with college coaches from different schools around the nation from different levels. EXACT Sports provides you with insights into improving your chance of being seen and recruited by college coaches. It was one of the best decisions I made in my recruiting process.
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.
Overview
Residential (Optional)
Athletes Traveling Alone
If You Drive
If You Fly
EXACT's goal is to provide every participant a great camp experience. We know that starts with your travel arrangements. We accommodate a variety of travel options so you can pick what works best for your family, whether that is driving or flying, athlete traveling alone or with a parent, or opting into our residential option or booking your own lodging. Select from the options below for more information.
Traveling far to get to EXACT? Campers have the option to participate in the residential, overnight program. Typically, 20-40% of campers participate in this optional program. Those interested in lodging can add on during registration. Campers stay in EXACT-supervised accommodations with 1-3 fellow participating players. Friendship requests can be made to director@exactsports.com. Included in the EXACT residency option are two nights lodging, dinners, breakfasts and shuttle between the camp game fields and the overnight accommodations (plus all the fun you can handle!)
Traveling far to get to EXACT? Campers have the option to participate in the residential, overnight program. Typically, 20-40% of campers participate in this optional program. Those interested in lodging can add on during registration. Campers stay in EXACT-supervised accommodations with 1-3 fellow participating players. Friendship requests can be made after enrollment. Included in the EXACT residency option are two nights lodging, dinners, breakfasts and shuttle between the camp facility and the overnight accommodations (plus all the fun you can handle!).
In addition to a GPS location, we provide specific directions to all participants in pre-camp materials so you know exactly where to go and when to be there!
The following airport options are most convenient for the event location:
KHVN - Tweed New Haven Airport: About 8 miles from facility.
KBDL - Bradley International Airport: About 54 miles from facility.
If family member(s) would like to stay at our recommended hotel, we often organize a discounted rate (Click Here). Family members are welcome to observe & participate at camp. We have a few sessions designed for family participation including the parent workshop and the recruiting panel However, it is totally optional -- only person that should be there is the athlete!
Players are welcome to travel to the EXACT camp without an accompanying family member. Players have the option to take our airport transit from the recommended airports listed above. This transit will take the athlete from airport to camp (and back to airport after camp ends). Try to book your flight to arrive at airport by 11am and departing flight after 8pm. If you need take earlier/later flights, just let us know -- we always accommodate!