Anderson Names Christensen as Head Women’s Soccer Coach

The Anderson University athletics department and Athletic Director Marcie Taylor have named Adam Christensen as the next Anderson University head women's soccer coach on Monday.

Christensen arrives at Anderson with 10 years of coaching experience, ranging to the semi-professional, collegiate and high school levels.

"It is with great excitement that we welcome Adam Christensen as our new women's soccer coach," Marcie Taylor said. "He brings quality coaching experience, a passion for mentoring student-athletes on and off the field, a servant leader mentality and a desire to be a part of what God is doing at Anderson University."

Christensen served as the men's assistant coach at Lee University. The 2025 fall season was highlighted by a marquee 3–1 win over No. 16-ranked University of Findlay. In 2024, Christensen held the role of recruiting coordinator for the Trine University men's soccer team. He was responsible for bringing in 15 individuals in his recruiting class. Trine tied for first in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) standings, claiming a share of the program's first-ever regular-season MIAA title. The Thunder then advanced to the MIAA Championship match.

"I want to thank President Scott Moats and Athletic Director Marcie Taylor for their trust and for the opportunity to lead this program," Adam Christensen said. "Throughout our conversations, what stood out most was their clear commitment to supporting student-athletes and continuing to build a strong athletic department. I'm excited to serve as the head coach at Anderson University and to work with the talented young women in this program."

Christensen currently serves as the head coach of Cleveland United FC, a semi-professional United Professional Soccer League (UPSL) team based in Cleveland, Tenn., which will begin its inaugural season in the spring of 2026. In the summer of 2025, he coached at Brookhouse FC in Orlando, Fla., serving as an assistant coach for the USLW League team and as head coach of the Pre-USLW U-20 squad. Under his leadership, the U20 team went undefeated and captured the Disney Classic Memorial Day Tournament championship.

Christensen has won 62 percent of his matches throughout his coaching career. He has earned a share of two collegiate regular-season titles. Christensen also led The Rock High School in Gainesville, Fla. to a Florida Christian Association of Private and Parochial Schools (FCAPPS) state title with an undefeated season.

As a collegiate athlete, Christensen competed in three sports across multiple institutions. He ran track and cross country at Lee, played soccer and ran track at Trevecca Nazarene University, and concluded his athletic career playing soccer at Hampden-Sydney College, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry in 2016. He later earned a master's degree in Sports Administration from Arkansas State University in 2024.

"Anderson women's soccer has a respected history within NCAA Division III and the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference, with success both on the field and in the classroom," Christensen said. "I'm mindful of the foundation Jennifer Myhre established and the standard she set during her time here as head coach. Those are big shoes to fill, and I take that responsibility seriously as we move forward. I would also like to thank Derek Potteiger for his support and mentorship during my time at Lee University. His example of leading with integrity, putting family first, and coaching with faith has had a lasting impact on me, and I'm thankful for his influence on my development as a coach and leader. My wife and I are proud to be Ravens and eager to get to work!"

Anderson University educates students for lives of faith and service, offering more than 50 undergraduate majors, 30 three-year degrees, 18 NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports, alongside adult, graduate, and online programs. The private, liberal arts institution is fully accredited and recognized for excellence in business, computer science, cybersecurity, engineering, music, nursing, psychology, and teacher education programs. Established in 1917 in Anderson, Indiana, by the Church of God, the university remains committed to its Christ-centered mission.