ANDERSON, S.C. – Anderson University women's soccer head coach Sarah Jacobs has announced the hiring of Andrea Bigler as the team's new assistant coach, announced by Jacob's on Monday.
"I am thrilled to have Andrea join our program," said Jacobs. "She brings a wealth of administrative and coaching experience from working at a well-established, competitive program that will benefit us in many ways. I am excited to learn from her and see the new ideas she brings both on and off the field. She has a huge passion for the game that is evident in her coaching and commitment. Andrea also embodies the values of Anderson University and will be a fantastic leader for the girls. I look forward to having her on the field with us and working together toward a successful fall season!"
Prior to joining Jacob's staff, Bigler was the Director of Operations and Player Development at Vanderbilt University. Prior to that two season stint, Bigler was an assistant coach at Taylor University for the 2015-16 season.
Bigler graduated from the University of Toledo in 2010 with a degree in exercise science and a concentration in kinesiotherapy. Following her undergraduate work, Bigler earned a master's degree in biomedical science human donation science from the University of Toledo's Medical Center in 2012. While at Toledo, Bigler was a two-year member of the varsity women's soccer team and was part of the 2006 team that finished as Mid-American Conference Champions.
Bigler joins the Black and Gold having already gained much success as a soccer coach. During her time as the head coach for the Ottawa Hills High School girl's varsity soccer team, Bigler led the team to consecutive Northwest Ohio High School Soccer League Championships in 2012 and 2013, and was named the league's Girls Varsity Coach of the Year in both of those seasons.
The Canton, Ohio native has also gained valuable coaching experience with Canton United Soccer Club, The Pacesetter Soccer Club and Maumee Express Soccer Club.
Bigler is certified as a U.S. Soccer D Licensed Coach, holds an NSCAA Goalkeeper Level 1 diploma, participated in True North Sports' Assistant Coach Immersion Program, holds a certification in Fundamentals of Coaching and a registered Kinesiotherapist by The American Board for Registration of Kinesiotherapists.
Anderson will begin fall practice in mid-August with its 2018 campaign kicking off at home on August 30th.
