WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. – Former Bucknell University assistant coach and two-time All-American John Schwien was named the 10^th head coach in the 67-year history of the Lycoming College men's soccer program history, Director of Athletics Mike Clark announced on Wednesday, June 12.
 
"I would like to thank President Kent Trachte, Athletic Director Mike Clark, Associate AD Joe Guistina, and everyone that was part of the selection committee for this unbelievable opportunity," Schwien said. "In addition, I would like to say thank you to all the coaches, student-athletes and administrators who have helped prepare me for this incredible opportunity. I am so grateful and excited to be able to lead the Lycoming men's soccer program and build on to the rich soccer history that already exists. We will work tirelessly to strive for excellence in all that we do both on and off the field. I cannot wait to get started! Go Warriors!"
 
Schwien replaces Nate Gibboney, who spent 11 seasons as the Lycoming lead charge, leading the Warriors to eight conference finals, winning three and posting a school-record 128-49-31 record.
 
"John's infectious attitude and his love of the sport of soccer are two of the things that immediately impressed us during the hiring process and we think that is going to be evident with any student-athlete that he works with," Clark said. "He has worked with two very respected coaches in the Central Pa., soccer community in Dave Brandt and Pat Long, and they both noted that John's athlete-focused coaching is exemplary. We are excited to see John put that into action with our student-athletes this fall."
 
Schwien spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach at Bucknell University, working under legendary head coach Dave Brandt. With the Bison, Schwien has helped mentor on All-Patriot League selection and two Academic All-Patriot League picks. He has been a Division I assistant for four years, as he worked the two seasons prior to that at IUPUI in the Horizon League, where he helped the 2021 team post the best goals-against average for the Jaguars in a decade.
 
Prior to his stint with the Jaguars, Schwien was a graduate assistant for two seasons at Lock Haven University, where he was part of the Bald Eagles' 2018 team that won an ECAC championship. Schwien was key in the recruitment of All-American Andrea DiSomma for the Bald Eagles.
 
Schwien earned a pair of All-American citations from the NCCAA at Division II Cedarville University. He was a three-time All-Great Midwest Athletic Conference selection and a two-time First Team OCSA All-Ohio Division II selection. He was also named to the All-GMAC Academic Team three times and was a two-time OCSA All-Ohio DII Academic Team pick.
 
Along with semi-professional playing experience with the Crew's U23 team, Dayton Dutch Lions, and Buxmont Torch FC, Schwien also has an extensive coaching background at the elite club level, where he has coached with the Dayton Dutch Lions and Penn Fusion Soccer Academy. He holds a USSF 'D' Coaching License.
 
Schwien earned a Bachelor of Arts in business management from Cedarville University in 2018 and a Master of Science in sport administration from Lock Haven University in 2019. He and wife, Katherine, have two daughters, Riley and Ruby, and reside in Lewisburg.
 
What they are saying about Coach Schwien…
"This is a fantastic hire for Lycoming. John is an energetic, positive, and inspiring young coach with a very bright future ahead of him, and, as important, is also a person of high moral values and personal character. I look forward to watching from afar as John works to establish a program that is a leader in Division III for high standards and excellence in all areas. He is a player's coach in every way, and the Lyco guys are going to love him as a coach and mentor."
- Dave Brandt, Bucknell University head men's soccer coach

"Lycoming has made a great hire!  John is a hard-working and detailed-oriented coach. He prioritizes his student-athletes and will develop each player and the team comprehensively. I am proud of John and excited to have him in Central Pa., leading the Warriors."
- Pat Long, Lock Haven University head men's soccer coach

"I am delighted for John Schwein to have this opportunity to start his head coaching career at Lycoming College. This is an outstanding hire and a great fit on all sides. I believe that Lycoming has landed one of brightest young coaches in the college game to lead their men's soccer program. John has impressed me with his work ethic, commitment to his own growth and development as a coach, as well as high personal character. I am confident that the passion he shows for the game, and for developing young people will come shining through – the student-athletes will benefit greatly from his leadership. He is truly dedicated the profession of coaching and I am very excited to see his success at Lycoming."
- Jeff Cook, Penn State head men's soccer coach

"John will be an excellent addition to the Lycoming College Men's Soccer program. He is poised, compassionate, and has the steadiness of a leader and mentor to develop and mold student-athletes. He understands the big picture and the importance of trusting the process. His departure is bittersweet, but we are looking forward to his future successes as a head coach."
- Natasha Wilson, Bucknell University Senior Associate Director of Athletics, Administraiton/Senior Woman Administrator

"John is a sincere and grounded person and coach, who truly cares about players and their development. His holistic approach to leading a men's soccer program, plus his experience in high level environments, makes him a perfect fit for Lycoming. I am very excited to see the program flourish under John's leadership."
- Phillip Kroft, University of Chicago head men's soccer coach