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Ian Collins

Ian Collins, pictured right, with former assistant and UEFA Pro License & Europa League coach Mike Keeney, and former player Giovani Fernandes, who is now Senior Coaching Development Manager at FIFA. "Proud to see the journey we've all taken in the game!"
Ian Collins, pictured right, with former assistant and UEFA Pro License & Europa League coach Mike Keeney, and former player Giovani Fernandes, who is now Senior Coaching Development Manager at FIFA. "Proud to see the journey we've all taken in the game!"
Experience

With 25 years of experience as an NCAA DI college coach including 21 as a head Coach, Ian brings firsthand knowledge of the recruiting process, college athletics, and what it takes to succeed at the next level. Having coached at Hofstra University, St. John's University and the University of Kentucky, Ian has evaluated and recruited student-athletes, built competitive teams, and understands exactly what college coaches look for in prospective players.

Accomplishments

Ian Collins has an extensive coaching background and coaching tree. With former players and coaches coaching at the men‘s and women‘s NCAA Division I, II, and III levels, as well as in professional soccer. Throughout his career, Coach Collins has led teams to seven conference championships and multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, including a run to the Sweet Sixteen. His success has earned numerous Coach of the Year honors, along with a nomination for the NCAA Division I National Coach of the Year.