"We are thrilled to add Eric Teepe to our women's soccer staff," Ryan said. "Eric's experience and expertise will make an immediate positive impact on our program."
While at Iona, Teepe helped the Gaels to their highest standing in MAAC play in over 15 years when the squad placed third in 2009. The team's success on the pitch coincided with a stellar year in the classroom as well as the team was recognized with the NSCAA Team Academic award, the program's first such honor.
In addition to experience at the intercollegiate level, Teepe has also immersed himself at the international level, where he is the current head coach of the Under-15 U.S. Youth Soccer Region I team. Teepe recently led the squad on a trip to Brazil and came away victorious in all three matches, including a win over the top Brazil senior club team. Teepe's international pedigree is further bolstered by his work as a National Team scout for the U.S. Soccer Federation.
In more than 20 years as a soccer coach, Teepe has also worked as the Director of Training with the Long Island Lady Riders of the United Soccer Leagues (USL) and has heavily invested himself in the Northport, N.Y. soccer community. Teepe coached at Northport High School (1988-94) and served as the Assistant Director of Coaching with the Northport Youth Center Soccer League (1998-99).
Teepe earned his bachelor's degree in sports management from Averett College in 1987. He is certified with the U.S. Soccer Federation "B" License and holds National and Advanced diplomas from the NSCAA.
In addition to Teepe joining the Stony Brook women's soccer program, Ryan also announced that volunteer assistant coach Mark Nash will return for a second season with the Seawolves. Nash will be involved in assisting with camps, clinics and team training.
