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Matt Garrett
Assistant Coach and Camp Director - Shippensburg University
With more than two decades of college coaching excellence and a proven track record of developing youth players across every level, Coach Matt Garrett is one of the most respected and accomplished soccer educators in the region. Known for shaping competitive, confident, and technically strong athletes, Garrett brings a rare combination of experience, leadership, and player‑focused development to the Nike Soccer Camps. His deep background in both collegiate and youth coaching makes him an exceptional mentor for youth players.
Garrett joined the Shippensburg University Men’s Soccer staff in 2025 after a remarkable 18‑year tenure as the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Gettysburg College. During his time with the Bullets, he became one of the most successful coaches in program history, compiling a 158‑104‑44 overall record and a 95‑53‑21 mark in Centennial Conference play. Under his guidance, Gettysburg produced 12 consecutive winning seasons, eight double‑digit win campaigns, and multiple deep postseason runs, including NCAA Tournament at‑large bids in 2014 and 2019.
Known for his ability to elevate individual talent and build cohesive, competitive teams, Garrett coached 60 All‑Conference players, 15 All‑Region selections, and two All‑Americans while at Gettysburg. His developmental philosophy blends technical precision, tactical awareness, and character‑based leadership, making him a standout in both the college game and in youth soccer instruction.
Before his success at Gettysburg, Garrett gained valuable experience as an assistant coach at Robert Morris University and Slippery Rock University, where he also played as a four‑year starter and team captain. He earned his degree in sports management from Slippery Rock in 2000, laying the foundation for his career in player and program development.
Today, Garrett continues to bring his passion, expertise, and teaching mindset to Shippensburg University while inspiring the next generation of youth athletes through Nike Soccer Camps.
With a history of championships, player success, and unwavering commitment to development, Coach Garrett helps young athletes reach new heights, on the field and beyond.