Kate Pellegrino has been appointed the Head Women's Soccer Coach at Caldwell University, succeeding Sammy Adjei. A native of Berkeley Heights, N.J., Pellegrino has extensive coaching experience, including positions at Quinnipiac University and FC Westchester. She aims to build on Caldwell's soccer legacy by focusing on player well-being, education, and mentorship in her coaching approach. Pellegrino holds multiple coaching licenses and has a strong academic background with degrees in Exercise Science. Under her leadership, the Cougars look forward to continuing their recent success, having had a compelling season last year.

By the Numbers
  • The Cougars had a record of 13-3-4 last season.
  • They achieved an 8-1-2 record in CACC play and reached the CACC Tournament Finals for the second consecutive year.
State of Play
  • Pellegrino is the eighth head coach of Caldwell University women's soccer as they enter their 28th season.
  • The program has experienced significant success recently, including a strong performance in last year's conference play.
What's Next

Pellegrino will begin implementing her coaching philosophy focused on player development and success as the Cougars prepare for the upcoming season. As she aims to build upon the program's history, expectations are high for future performance in the CACC and beyond.

Bottom Line

Pellegrino's diverse coaching background and commitment to player welfare position her as a promising leader for Caldwell women's soccer, suggesting that her tenure could lead to continued success and growth for the program.