By: by Scott Lipsky
KENNESAW, Ga. – Kennesaw State Owls women’s soccer coach Rob King has announced the addition of former Owl and current Atlanta Beat player Rebecca Nolin to the coaching staff. Nolin, formerly Rebecca Hall, played for the Owls from 2003-2006.
“I am extremely excited to add Rebecca to our staff. She is an important part of our history, as she was a captain for our squad during her playing days and was a big part of our 2003 Division II National Championship run,” said King, the only coach in the program’s history. “With local club soccer experience, her main focus will be our in-state recruiting and team conditioning. Becks is a proven winner at every level she has played at and in the classroom, as well. She's a super role model for any student athlete who wants to reach their athletic and academic potential and is a fantastic addition to our soccer program.”
Over her four seasons with the Black and Gold, Nolin scored a total of 16 goals, including four game winners, and had 11 assists. She excelled at both the Division I and II levels, as she received NCAA Division II All-Southeast Region and First Team All-Peach Belt honors in 2003 during her freshman campaign and All- Atlantic Sun Conference First Team Honors during her senior year in 2006.
Nolin spent 2007-2009 with the Atlanta Silverbacks of the United Soccer League before joining the Beat for their inaugural season. She made history on May 29 when she scored the first goal in the club’s history.
“This is an extremely exciting opportunity for me, to be on Coach King’s staff after having played for him, and to do it with the same program that I played for,” said Nolin. “It’s also unique that I’ll be able to coach at the same stadium that I’m currently playing in. I can’t wait to get started and help this team continue to reach new heights.”
The Owls play their first exhibition game at KSU Soccer Stadium on Saturday, August 14 against Jacksonville State. They kick off their regular season on Friday, August 20 at the College of Charleston.
Rebecca Nolin- Kennesaw State Career Stats (2003-2006)
Year GP G A Pts
2003 26 5 2 12
2004 17 4 5 13
2005 15 2 4 8
2006 16 5 0 10
