Wingate University·Union County, North Carolina
The assistant coach will support the head coach in all aspects of the NCAA Division II field hockey program, including recruiting and game preparation. Key duties also involve specialized goalkeeping instruction and monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes.
Position Title: Assistant Field Hockey Coach
Reports to: Head Field Hockey Coach
Classification: Full-time
Start Date: August 5, 2026
The Part-Time Assistant Field Hockey Coach will be responsible for assisting the Head Coach and Full time Assistant Coach in all aspects of a competitive and successful NCAA Division II Field Hockey program. These include, but are not limited to recruiting, assisting with regular practices and game preparation, breaking down film/scouting, and monitoring student-athletes academic success. Goalkeeping experience is preferred as this position's main responsibility will be working with goalkeepers.
Bachelor’s degree required Goalkeeping coaching experience/playing experience Ability to lead, mentor and motivate student-athletes Knowledge of NCAA DII rules and regulations
Application Procedure Interested candidates must send via email a letter of application, resume and contact information for three references to Head Coach, Kat Lind at k.lind@wingate.edu and careers@wingate.edu
It is the policy of Wingate University to abide by all Federal and State laws prohibiting employment discrimination solely on the basis of a person’s race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age (over 40), sex, marital status or physical handicap, except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and possess relevant field hockey coaching or playing experience. Knowledge of NCAA DII rules and regulations is required, along with the ability to mentor and motivate student-athletes.
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