University of District of Columbia Men's Soccer

Bio Ben Mortimer joins UDC from George Washington University after 3 years as Assistant coach with the Revolutionaries. A two-time Atlantic 10 champion during his playing career in Buff and Blue from 2002-05, he brought nearly 15 years of coaching experience to the program. As a student-athlete, Mortimer was a standout defender during one of the program's most successful periods. The England, native was part of A-10 title runs in 2002 and 2004 while also being celebrated individually with All-Conference (2004, 2005), All-Region (2004) and All A-10 Championship (2004) honors. He closed his decorated career with 65 total starts while contributing seven goals and four assists along the way. After graduating in 2006 with a degree in English, Mortimer quickly transitioned into coaching with a variety of local organizations, including a seven-year run on staff at American University. With the Eagles, Mortimer was part of a program that won 62 games and claimed a pair of Patriot League regular season titles during his tenure. Mortimer also served as technical director with Excite Soccer and spent a decade as part of the leadership team of DC Stoddert Soccer. Since 2012, he has owned and operated FourSoccer running local camps and clinics, as well. Mortimer holds a USSF National A License, USC Premier Diploma as well as a National Goalkeeping License and has recently been active in training coaches through the Maryland State Youth Soccer Association. "I'm excited for the opportunity to work with the student-athletes and staff at UDC and want to thank Head Coach Matt Thompson and Athletic Director Pat Thomas for the opportunity," Mortimer said. "I'm looking forward to helping the current student-athletes grow and develop and uphold the championship standards in the classroom and on the pitch."