The University of Sioux Falls has appointed Andy Janssen as the new head coach of the women's soccer program, succeeding Joe DeMay, who departed after a record-breaking 2025 season. Janssen, with over 15 years of collegiate coaching experience, most recently served as the associate head coach at South Dakota State University where he contributed significantly to team achievements and player development. His recruitment success and local connections position him well to enhance the Cougar program's growth and competitive edge.

By the Numbers
  • Janssen boasts a coaching record of 121-33-28 over his nine seasons at SDSU.
  • His coaching stints led to 89 All-Conference honorees and 31 Academic All-District selections.
State of Play
  • Janssen takes over a women's soccer program that recently set offensive records for goals and points.
  • The team enjoyed a successful 2025 season with a 6-10-2 record and strong performances from top players like Addison Van Zee.
What's Next

Janssen will officially begin his role on May 1, tasked with continuing the positive momentum from the previous season and striving to position the Cougars as NCAA Tournament contenders.

Bottom Line

The success of Janssen will depend on leveraging his extensive background and local roots to build on the foundation left by DeMay, aiming for sustained growth and competitive excellence in the USF women's soccer program.