There's multiple new faces on the UWG soccer sideline in 2023, and one of those is assistant coach Tye Cole.
Cole brings a wealth of experience to the UWG program, most recently serving as the head coach of the Lee County Strikers. The Fort Myers, Florida native also has coached in some capacity with Florida West FC, the Cape Coral Soccer Association, the Florida Olympic Development Program, the New York Red Bulls Academy System, and Palm City FC.
He holds a Premier Diploma and a Director of Coaching Diploma from the United Soccer Coaches. In addition, Cole has a USSF C License, and a C License from the Scottish FA Education, as well as certificates of Preparation, Equality, Children's Wellbeing, and Mental Health in Scottish Football. Early in his career, Cole led the Cape Coral Cyclone Girls to the US Youth Soccer National Final Four.
Cole graduated in 2022 from Lee University, obtaining a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Theology.
He is married to his wife Lisa and the couple has four children: Collin, Madeleine, Eden, and Ethan.
