Saint Vincent College

Name: Bryan Butler
Position: Head women's soccer coach
Years at Saint Vincent: 2nd
Undergraduate Alma Mater/Year: Geneva College, C'15
Undergraduate Degree: Sports Management
College Playing Experience: Four years of varsity men's soccer
Graduate Degree/Alma Mater: M.S. in Sport Administration / Liberty University


Why did you choose to pursue a coaching career?
All  of my coaches throughout my life had a positive impact on me and who I am today, and I want to do the same thing for all of my players. 

What is your favorite part of the job?
Helping student-athletes have a successful and enjoyable experience on and off the field.

What makes Saint Vincent College an enjoyable place at which to coach?
My coworkers in the Athletic Department make it enjoyable to go to work every day. It's a great atmosphere full of coaches and administrators who want to help make everyone successful. 

Do you have a pre-game ritual?
I say a little prayer at the end of the Star Spangled Banner. 

Favorite Movie?
"We're the Millers" or "12 Strong."

Favorite television show?
"1923."

Who is your favorite athlete of all-time?
Tiger Woods.

What is your favorite moment as a sports fan?
Watching the Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl. 

On a day off from coaching and away from campus, what can you be found doing?
Grilling or smoking different types of meats, or attempting to play golf. 

What is something that most people don't realize goes into coaching college soccer?
The importance of film and how it can be used so many different ways. 

What is your proudest athletic accomplishment?
Being named All-America. 

Proudest coaching accomplishment?
Winning the New Jersey Athletic Conference title as an assistant coach at Montclair State.