A former University of North Dakota women's soccer coach, Chris Logan, saw his Title IX lawsuit dismissed with prejudice on June 29, 2026, permanently closing a case that alleged wrongful termination for reporting gender‑based discrimination and for participating in a Title IX investigation.
Allegations and institutional context
Logan claimed that the university's playing surface at Bronson Field failed to meet NCAA recommended dimensions and presented safety hazards. Over his eight seasons, the Fighting Hawks compiled a 51‑68‑24 overall record and a 21‑41‑12 mark in conference play, with a particularly steep decline in his final year, when the team finished 4‑8‑6 overall and 0‑4‑4 in Summit League competition.
Legal resolution and university response
The dismissal with prejudice means the court deemed the case without merit and barred any future filing on the same grounds. UND spokesman David Dodds clarified that Logan's non‑renewal was unrelated to any internal review of the soccer program, emphasizing that the university's decision was based on separate performance considerations.
Leadership transition
Following Logan's departure, Henrik Sohn, who had served as Logan's assistant, was named head coach on Jan. 3, 2025. In his inaugural season, Sohn guided the Hawks to an 8‑7‑3 overall record and a 2‑4‑2 conference slate, offering a stark contrast to the previous regime's struggles.
Logan did not remain idle for long. On Feb. 20, 2025, Minot State announced his appointment as head coach of its Division II women's soccer program. After a brief stint at Minot State, he accepted the same position at Grambling State, continuing his coaching career at the collegiate level.