Nassau Community College Women's Soccer

Head Coach Thomas Anson brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for soccer to our program.  A proud graduate of Sachem North High School, Coach Anson excelled in soccer, earning All-County honors in 1993 and 1994, and was named All-State, team captain, and MVP in 1994. He continued his impressive career at Iona College, where he played Division 1 soccer from 1995 to 1996. During his time at Iona, he contributed to the team's conference finals appearance in 1994 and was recognized as MAAC Player of the Week in October 1995. Coach Anson furthered his collegiate soccer career at SUNY New Paltz, playing Division 3 from 1997 to 1998. His standout performances earned him All-Conference honors in both years, and he was also named All-Region, team captain, and MVP in 1998. Coach Anson holds SUNY New Paltz school records in save percentage and ranks in the top five for saves and shutouts. Transitioning to coaching, Coach Anson has made a significant impact at Sachem High School East, serving as the Varsity Soccer Head Coach from 2015 to 2023. Under his leadership, the team secured five League Championships and one County Championship in 2020. He has been recognized as League Coach of the Year three times and was honored as Suffolk County Coach of the Year in 2020. Currently, Coach Anson teaches high school math at Sachem High School East and is also making strides with the South Shore Futbol Club, where he has been the Head Coach since 2023. 

As an NCC Track & Field alumna, Coach Bradshaw returns to the very program where her journey as a student-athlete first began. Now, with decades of experience behind her, she steps back onto the track, this time to build the next generation of champions. With over 33 years in sport performance, health, and wellness, Bradshaw brings unmatched energy and expertise to this new chapter. She has spent 18 years coaching high school track & field at Sacred Heart Academy and Holy Trinity Diocesan High School, where she’s currently in her 10th year as Head Boys Track & Field Coach. Under her leadership, athletes have earned state titles, national rankings, and All-American honors. Coach Bradshaw holds an M.A. in Exercise Physiology from Adelphi University, B.S. in Exercise Science, Central Connecticut State University, and A.S from NCC. She is also certified CFSC2, FMS, USAW, USATF, and Precision Nutrition. As Co-Owner of BPFITcoaching, she has trained athletes across all levels and walks of life — from middle school to professionals and adult endurance athletes. As a certified speed coach, Bradshaw designs training that develops explosive speed, strength, and movement efficiency, all aimed at giving athletes a true competitive edge. Her programming emphasizes performance-driven development, resilience, and long-term success, preparing athletes not only to reach their goals but to rise above the competition. As a professional in the field and a mother of five former student-athletes, Bradshaw coaches with a unique blend of technical expertise and lived experience. She prides herself on developing the whole athlete , nurturing physical performance, mindset, confidence, and character. Now back at NCC, Coach Bradshaw is determined to the create a culture from the ground up with a vision centered on Opportunity. Culture. Excellence. Inspired by where she began as a student-athlete and driven to elevate the next generation, Coach Bradshaw is here to lead. The Lions are rising.