Trinity Lutheran College announces the appointment of new coaches to head its women’s and men’s soccer programs.

Shannon Murray has been appointed head coach for the Lady Eagles, replacing former women’s soccer coach Daniel Hicker. Murray is an experienced coach in the professional, collegiate, and youth soccer communities. As head coach of the Glacier Peak High School men’s soccer program, Murray led the team to a WIAA 3Astate championship this fall and was named state coach of the year. He also coaches the women’s soccer team at Archbishop Murphy High School and is head coach for Snohomish United Soccer Club. Murray played professional soccer for six years, including two seasons with the Seattle Sounders (A-League).

The fact that Murray is rooted in both the Everett community and the local soccer scene is exciting for Trinity.

“I grew up here in the community, I’ve become part of the community, and I’m living back here now with my family. I’m excited to be part of building a program that the community can be proud of,” Murray said. “I’m excited about getting to know the staff and the players at Trinity and helping the soccer program grow.”

George Dremousis replaces AJ Kurtz as head coach of the men’s soccer program, leading the team into their third collegiate season. Dremousis is currently head coach for the Shoreline Community College men’s soccer program, whom he led to a third place NWAACC finish in 2010. Dremousis has also coached the Seattle Sea Wolves and directed the Run to Win soccer camps in Edmonds.

Dremousis is excited about the opportunity to work with the Trinity men’s soccer program from its infancy,and he has big plans for the Eagles.

“I hope to establish a magnet school where guys want to come who are excited about both academics and playing quality competitive soccer,” Dremousis said. “I pursued this job because I was ready for a new challenge.”

With the addition of head coaches who share Trinity’s mission, the soccer program looks to continued success as their programs grow, and both teams have with their sights set on a regional win in 2012.

“I am pleased to announce that Shannon Murray and George Dremousis are joining our athletics coaching staff,” said President John Reed. “Both men bring a wealth of coaching experience, as well as a strong commitment to Trinity’s emphasis on the integration of faith, learning, and service.”