Bristol, Tenn. – King College is pleased to announce Michael Swan as the new head coach of the women’s soccer program.


Though new to King College, Swan is no stranger to the area.  He has been a soccer coach at cross-town and conference rival school, Virginia Intermont College, for the past 5 years.  While at VI, Swan led the Cobras to three region XII tournament appearances, and compiled an overall record of 50-25-8. Prior to his coaching career at VI, Swan attended Bluefield College for four years and was a part of the men’s soccer program there.  In 1996, he led the Rams to a TVAC championship and was named to the All-Conference team.  Swan had continued success on the field and was named two more times to TVAC All-Conference teams.  He was also named the Bluefield College MVP in 1997.


The King College community is extremely excited with the new addition to the coaching staff.  “Michael Swan brings a lot to both our school and women’s soccer program.”  Athletic Director Dale Burns stated.  “He has a great passion for the game, and has experienced much success throughout his career.”


Swan will be inheriting a program that saw much success in the 2006 season.  The Lady Tornado’s accomplishments include a 13-6 record and a trip to the NAIA Region XII Tournament, where they knocked off powerhouse Covenant College in the first round.  Three players were selected to the All-Region first team, a feat that has never been accomplished in the history of the program.

 
Coach Swan will be a natural fit to the program, replacing Coach James Macklin.  Coach Macklin, after three years as the head of the Lady Tornado will be returning to his native country, Ireland, with his family.  Coach Macklin saw much success as the head coach and in his three years has molded the program to one of the top in the region.

 
Located in Bristol, Tenn., King College is a private, comprehensive college founded in the Presbyterian tradition, offering more than 80 majors, minors, concentrations and pre-professional programs. For more information about King College, visit www.king.edu. King College does not discriminate against academically qualified students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, or without regard to disability.