Hannah Greene |  Sports Editor

“A coach is someone who can give correction without resentment,” – Coach John Wooden

This year, along with our Rookies and Players of the Year, The Western Howl presents the Club Sports Coaches of the Year. 

Male Coach of the Year

Jorge Arias

As a volunteer coach, Arias not only invested his time, but also his passion for the sport. Arias was able to bring the team together and create a solidified unit — leading the team to the All Conference Title. This was Arias’ first year coaching a University Club Sports team ever, adapting each day and always putting forth his dedication. 

“We would love for this coach to be recognized for all the hard work he has done for our soccer community here (at Western),” said the President of the Men’s Club Soccer team, Juan Perez.

Female Coach of the Year

Jennifer Sato

Sato stepped onto the pitch ready to educate and get the team to the championships. Sato has shown her commitment to the team and each individual player, motivating and encouraging the team to always improve, while also pushing them to reach new heights. Due to the COVID-19 virus, the Women’s Rugby team was unable to compete in this year’s championships; however, this only drives the team’s determination for next year, ready to do what Coach Sato directs. “Sato has done an excellent job as a coach and I look forward to seeing the impact she will have on next year’s team,” said President of the Women’s Rugby team, Nelly Blancas.

Contact the author at hgreene18@wou.edu

Photo courtesy of George Arias

Photo by Hannah Greene