Spurgeon College is excited to announce the hiring of Brooklynn Elder as the new Head Women's Soccer Coach. Elder joins the team with an impressive coaching resume, bringing a wealth of experience in both collegiate and club soccer, as well as international coaching experience.
For the past three years, Elder has served as an assistant coach at Avila University, where she contributed to the development of the women's soccer program. Additionally, Elder is actively involved in coaching at Christ Prep Academy in Lenexa, Kansas, where she works with young Christian athletes, further demonstrating her commitment to fostering talent and creating a positive impact on the soccer community.
Elder's coaching experience extends beyond the United States as she spent the 2018-2020 seasons working with the Derby County Futsal Club in the United Kingdom, where she honed her skills and brought a global perspective to her coaching approach. Before her time at Derby County, Elder was an assistant coach at Missouri Southern State University, where she helped lead the women's soccer program for two seasons.
A former player herself, Elder's athletic career has been nothing short of remarkable. She played collegiate soccer at several institutions, including the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom, Bethany College in Kansas, Colorado Mesa University, and Johnson County Community College. While at Bethany, Elder was not only a standout soccer player but also a member of the school's basketball and track programs, showcasing her versatility as an athlete. Elder has also played in the WPSL with the KC Courage since 2015. Her experience as a multi-sport athlete has played a key role in shaping her coaching philosophy, emphasizing discipline, teamwork, and resilience.
Currently, Elder is working on her USSF "D" License, continuing to expand her coaching knowledge and qualifications. Her dedication to professional development and her passion for the game make her a perfect fit for the Head Women's Soccer Coach position at Spurgeon College.
"We are thrilled to welcome Brooklynn Elder to Spurgeon College," said Matt Risher, Director of Athletics. "Her diverse coaching experience, combined with her leadership skills and her commitment to disciple student-athletes, will be invaluable as we continue to grow and develop our women's soccer program. We are confident that under her guidance, our program will reach new heights."
Elder's hiring marks an exciting new chapter for Spurgeon College's women's soccer team, and the Spurgeon community is looking forward to seeing her leadership and vision take the program to the next level.
