ALFRED, NY – Alfred University Athletics has announced the appointment of Garret Eldridge as the Head Men's Soccer Coach.
 
"In a strong pool of candidates, Garret rose to the top due to his experience, vision for Alfred University men's soccer, and our confidence in his ability to mentor our student-athletes for success in all facets of their lives," Associate Vice President for Student Experience, Athletics & Recreation Deb Steward said. "I look forward to his impact on our men's soccer program, athletic department, and Alfred community."
 
Over the past four years, Eldridge served as the Men's Soccer Coach at Ithaca College. During his time with the Bombers, Eldridge led the program to the Liberty League Championship match during the 2021 and 2023 seasons. During the 2021 season, Ithaca set the Liberty League record for goals against. Eldridge additionally developed six student-athletes into becoming All-Liberty League honorees with two earning regional All-American awards. In three of the past four seasons, Eldridge's teams were either regionally or nationally ranked at some point during the season.
 
Before being promoted as the Head Coach, Eldridge worked as Ithaca College's Assistant Men's Soccer Coach and Recruiting Coordinator, where he was responsible for streamlining all recruiting efforts, coordinating team travel, and overseeing their team wearable technology to aid in performance and fitness. During Eldridge's time as the Bomber's Assistant Coach, the team achieved a two-year record of 27-8-4 and earned a bid to the 2019 NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Championship. The Bombers beat Keene State in the first round and lost to the then #1 seed Amherst College in the second round.
 
"I am grateful and excited to have been chosen as the next Head Men's Soccer Coach at Alfred University," Eldridge said. "I want to thank Associate Vice President Deb Steward and Associate Athletic Director Erin Schurr for the opportunity to lead the program. Alfred University's commitment to providing a purposeful learning environment is exceptional. I look forward to working within an athletic department that cares deeply for the coaches, student-athletes, and staff. I will work tirelessly to continue the great tradition that is Alfred University Athletics."
 
Prior to his time with Ithaca, Eldridge was the Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for Arcadia University from 2016-18. During his time with the Knights, the men's soccer program earned back-to-back ECAC Tournament appearances. Eldridge additionally served as an Assistant Coach with Ursinus College from 2015-16, working primarily with midfielders and forwards.
 
An Old Dominion Athletic Conference All-League midfielder, Eldridge started his collegiate playing career at NCAA Division I Siena College before transferring to NCAA Division III Roanoke College. Eldridge graduated from Roanoke College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history.
 
Following graduation, Eldridge played professionally in Australia for the Sunshine Coast Fire FC.
 
With his hiring, Eldridge becomes the ninth men's soccer coach in the 60-year history of the program.