Nike Soccer Camp at University of Charleston

Camp Coaches

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  Corbin Bowers

  Camp Director & Coach

  Corbin Bowers leads our summer camp as Director, bringing unmatched experience and energy to create an unforgettable program for every participant. With ten seasons of collegiate coaching, including seven as a head coach, Corbin has built a reputation for developing players and fostering winning cultures.

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  Corbin Bowers

  Camp Director & Coach

  In his first year with UC, Corbin helped guide the Golden Eagles to an NCAA National Championship appearance, alongside MEC regular season and tournament titles and a Super Region I crown. His leadership and tactical insight were key to one of the most successful seasons in program history.

  Originally from Quito, Ecuador, and raised in Bogotá, Colombia, Corbin grew up immersed in South American soccer before moving to the U.S. to play at Anderson University (S.C.). As a student-athlete, he contributed to multiple conference championships and NCAA Tournament runs. After graduating, he launched a coaching career that included roles at Anderson, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Med City FC, and NAIA powerhouse Corban University—where his teams consistently reached the postseason and excelled academically.

  Fluent in English and Spanish, Corbin brings a global perspective to coaching and camp leadership. He holds licenses through USSF and United Soccer Coaches, along with strength and conditioning certifications. His vision for camp is simple: a fun, competitive, and educational environment where every player leaves better than they arrived.

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  Connor Hartwell

  Camp Coach

  Connor is a key member of the Golden Eagles coaching staff, bringing championship-level experience and a strong leadership background to the program. After representing UC as a player for two seasons, the Romford, England native transitioned into coaching and quickly made an impact. In his first year on staff, Connor helped guide the team to the NCAA National Championship game, while also securing the MEC Regular Season title, MEC Tournament trophy, and the Super Region I crown.

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  Connor Hartwell

  Camp Coach

  As a player, Connor won two MEC regular season titles and two MEC postseason tournament championships, captaining the side to one of each. His experience as both a leader on the field and a coach on the sidelines gives him a unique perspective on player development and team culture.

  Connor earned his bachelor’s degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College in 2022 before completing his Master of Science in Strategic Leadership with honors at UC in 2023. He is currently pursuing a second Master of Science in Business and Data Analytics. In addition to his academic achievements, Connor holds an English FA Level One Coaching License and is working toward his USSF D License, reflecting his commitment to continuous growth as a coach.