Nick Benson has joined the George Washington women's soccer coaching staff as an assistant coach, focusing on goalkeeping development. Head Coach Jeremy Williams praised Benson for his strong work ethic and coaching experience, particularly in enhancing GW's goalkeeping unit. Benson arrived from Coastal Carolina, where he held various roles, including goalkeeping coach, contributing to significant improvements in the team's defensive statistics.

By the Numbers
  • Coastal Carolina's team save percentage improved from .741 to .759 during Benson’s tenure as a graduate assistant.
  • During Benson's first year as full-time goalkeeping coach, Coastal allowed just 18 goals, down from 27 the previous season.
Yes, But

While Benson's coaching record shows promising improvements in goalkeeping performance, the transition to a new program may present challenges in sustaining this success, especially in a different competitive environment.

State of Play
  • Benson's experience includes five years at Coastal Carolina, where he advanced from student manager to full-time goalkeeping coach.
  • His involvement in youth soccer coaching suggests a commitment to player development across all ages.
What's Next

As the season approaches, Benson will work to integrate his coaching strategies with the existing team, aiming to enhance GW's performance in the upcoming matches and develop the goalkeeping talent further.

Bottom Line

Bringing a wealth of experience and proven success, Benson's addition to the coaching staff is a strategic move for GW's women's soccer program, highlighting a focus on player development and competitive improvement.