The Seattle University women's soccer program has announced that Katie Hultin will join the team as the volunteer assistant goalkeeping coach.
During the fall, Hultin will be responsible for training the SeattleU goalkeeping staff individually and at team training sessions. She will also design and implement a training program for the SU 'keepers to maintain their fitness and continue to improve in the off-season.
"Katie will be in charge of our goalkeeper training right from the start," said head coach Julie Woodward. "She has had such a successful playing and coaching career; we feel lucky to add her to our staff. I know that our current and incoming 'keepers are going to be pushed to reach their potential. We are adding a great person to our soccer family!"
A 2005 graduate of Washington State, Hultin was a four-year letterwinner in goal for the Cougars. Hultin cemented herself as a prominent 'keeper in the WSU record books. She is number one all-time in most shutouts recorded with 21, second all-time in saves recorded with 248, and is third all-time in wins recorded with 23. During that time, she was a three-time All-Pacific 10 honoree, and Washington State's team MVP in 2004 and Most Inspirational from 2003-05. Hultin helped lead the Cougar's to the NCAA Tournament in 2003, and was recognized twice by both Soccer America and Soccer Buzz as a member of their respective team's of the week in 2004 and 2005.
Her playing experience also includes professional stints with the W-Leagues Arizona Heatwave, Mile High Mustangs and most recently the Seattle Sounders. She also participated in the 2009 WPS preseason. The Denver, Colo. native also boasts Olympic Development experience, as she was a member of the Colorado State team from 1997-2001.
Hultin currently is an assistant coach for FC Alliance 1993 Premier team, and the girls 93's and 94's Washington State Olympic Development Program. In addition to coaching, she is a district sales leader for Frito Lay.
"I am honored and thrilled to be joining the SU soccer family," said Hultin. "I am so excited to be working with such a great coaching staff that has built a great program. I cannot wait to get the season rolling!"
She will make her SeattleU coaching debut on Friday, Aug. 21, when SU hosts their season and home opener versus Boise State at 5 p.m. Two days later the Redhawks will close out their opening weekend at home with Idaho at noon before taking to the road for two matches.
What they are saying about Katie Hultin:
Scott Newman, head goalkeeper coach, US Youth Soccer Region IV: "I have known Katie since she was a 14 year old goalkeeper on the Colorado State ODP team. Her background as a player and abilities as a coach are outstanding. She is one of the best young coaches in the Seattle area and will be a tremendous asset for Seattle University."
Matt Potter, head coach, Washington State Women's Soccer: "I am delighted for Katie that she has joined the college coaching ranks. She was an outstanding student-athlete, with many individual and team accomplishments. A true leader and student of the game, Katie will be a great addition to the coaching staff at Seattle University. She couldn't have a better environment and nurturing person in Julie to guide her as she starts her college coaching career. I am sure many successes are right around the corner for all."
Teddy Mitalas, head coach, Seattle Sounders, W-League: "Katie has shown the ability to work hard, have fun and to be a leader on-and-off the field. She has a lot of passion for her position as a goalkeeper and has the ability to play at the professional level. Katie will be a great leader to learn from and a great role model for the young women at SeattleU."