USF head coach George Kiefer was tabbed the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) East Region Coach of the Year, the NSCAA announced on Monday.
To be considered for this award, a coach must be an individual NSCAA member as well as have a successful record for the season. In addition, the coach should exhibit:
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-Knowledge of the game (rules, systems, coaching philosophy)
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-Rapport with the team (respect of the players)
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-Team image (team conduct, style of play, performance)
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-Conduct on the field (positive behavior)
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-Work for coaches organization (meetings, committees)
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-Outside involvement (clinics, camps, conventions)
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-Community involvement (leagues, banquets)
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-Rapport with other coaches, officials, and media
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-Service to the NSCAA
Coaches named Regional Coaches of the Year will also be on the ballot to be considered for the National Coach of the Year.
Kiefer led USF to an 11-6-3 mark this season and won his 150
th career game vs. Cincinnati on Oct. 10. The Bulls earned a bye into the second round of the NCAA Tournament as the No. 14 national seed and are 15
th in the nation in the final NSCAA coaches poll.
About the NSCAA
Founded in 1941 and based in Kansas City, Mo., the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) is a non-profit organization with a mission to educate coaches, encourage excellence and serve the soccer community.
The NSCAA is the world’s largest soccer coaches’ organization with members at every level of the game, from professional to grassroots. The membership also includes administrators, referees and others in the soccer industry. The NSCAA provides its members opportunities to enhance the game of soccer by providing a national education program, interaction and networking opportunities, and membership benefits.
For more information about the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, visit
NSCAA.com.