Justin Carey, a seasoned coach with a track record of elevating both performance and scholarship, has accepted an assistant coaching position on the Bucknell University men's soccer staff.
Carey spent the last several years at Eastern Mennonite University, where he transformed the program into a consistent contender in the ODAC, guiding the Royals to three straight conference tournament appearances and a fifth‑place finish in his second season.
Beyond wins, he boosted the team's academic standing, raising the cumulative GPA from 2.8 to 3.1, and instituted community outreach initiatives that emphasized disciplined study habits.
Prior to his head‑coaching role, Carey served as an assistant and goalkeepers coach at Stetson University, where he also completed his studies at Mary Washington University, earning a 2019 graduation with 18 career goals and two‑time Academic All‑American honors.
His background as a top collegiate player, a 2018 First Team All‑American, and a scholar‑athlete informs a coaching philosophy that blends tactical rigor with a commitment to personal development.
Coaching Philosophy and Impact
Carey’s approach emphasizes structured training sessions, data‑driven player development, and mentorship that extends into the classroom.
He plans to leverage his connections with high schools in Virginia and Florida to recruit student‑athletes who share his blend of competitive drive and scholarly focus.
The addition of Carey to the Bison roster is seen as a strategic move to deepen tactical depth and reinforce the program’s recent upward trajectory.