University of Massachusetts - Lowell Men's Soccer

Kyle Zenoni enters his fourth year as the head coach of the UMass Lowell men's soccer program. Zenoni was named head coach of the UMass Lowell men’s soccer program in February 2022. In 2024, the River Hawks had their most successful season under Zenoni, posting a 6-5-5 recording, including a 4-0-2 start to the regular season. Under his guidance, Zenoni saw both Yanis Lakhlifi and Guillermo Francés Poquet named to the America East All-Academic Team, while Matteo Costa was named to the conference's All-Rookie team.  Zenoni, who becomes the 10th head coach of the River Hawk program, has a résumé that includes a professional playing career and 12 years of collegiate coaching experience. Most recently, Zenoni spent the last seven seasons as associate head coach at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.   Zenoni was a member of the coaching staff at his alma mater, Milwaukee, for over a decade. As associate head coach, his duties included scouting, day-to-day training and serving as the director of recruitment. He also assisted with budgeting, scheduling and fundraising. During his tenure, the Panthers won two conference titles and made NCAA Tournament appearances in 2013 and 2021. The program ranked fourth in its region in 2021 and boasted an MLS draft pick the same year.   Prior to his most recent stint on staff at Milwaukee, Zenoni spent one season as the first assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in 2011-12 where he helped lead the team to the best record and highest RPI in the Horizon League.   Zenoni began his coaching career at Milwaukee, spending time as both the second assistant and interim head coach.   In addition, Zenoni has been the director of the Bavarians Academy program since 2014, which has over 190 players and oversees more than 20 coaches. His coaching career has also included time as director of player development for Whitefish Bay Soccer Club, coach for the Olympic Development Program, and volunteer with the Special Olympics, as well as Operation Dream.   As a player, Zenoni was a four-year letterwinner (2002-05) for the Panthers. He led his team to four consecutive conference tournament championships and appearances in the second round of the NCAA Division I Tournament. A four-year starter and senior captain, his 83 career games played ranked tied for seventh in program history. In 2017, he was inducted into the University Wisconsin-Milwaukee Bud K. Haidet Athletics Hall of Fame.   Following his collegiate career, Zenoni played professionally both in the United States and abroad. After being selected by the Chicago Storm in the MISL Draft, he traveled overseas to spend time with Dundee FC in the Scottish Premier League, Falu FK in the Swedish 1st Division and La Paz FC of the South American Premiership. He also competed with the Minnesota Thunder of the USL back home in the States.   A Milwaukee, Wisconsin native, Zenoni received his bachelor’s of letters and science from Milwaukee. He earned his United States Soccer Federation (USSF) Class-A Senior License in September 2019.      WHAT THEY ARE SAYING ABOUT KYLE ZENONI “Kyle has been my right-hand man for the past eleven years. I knew the day we started working together, a head coaching opportunity for him was inevitable. He’s not only a great coach and leader, but more importantly a classy individual. I am delighted for him and his family for this great opportunity, something I know he’s worked very hard for. He has all the attributes necessary to be a success - integrity, outstanding knowledge of the game and a great work ethic. He is ready for this. The young men at UMass Lowell will all benefit from his devotion to their success as players and students, and their growth as individuals. I look forward to watching his success.” – Kris Kelderman, Head Coach, Milwaukee   "Kyle and I have known each other for over 25 years. I can honestly say he's one of the hardest workers I've come across. He also cares deeply about the players he coaches and wants to see them fulfill their greatest potential.  I can't think of a better coach to lead this program." – Steve Bode, Head Coach, Loyola University Chicago   “I am extremely happy for Kyle. I have had the pleasure of knowing him as a professional player and college coach. He has worked very hard since his playing days and has a track record for winning everywhere he has been. Kyle will do a great job on and off the field, while stressing academic success and personal development of students. It’s a great day for UMass Lowell Athletics and the soccer program.” – Marcelo Santos, Assistant Coach, New England Revolution II   “Knowing Kyle since he was 17 years old, from the time I started working with him as a player at UW-Milwaukee, then competing against each other as coaches at Marquette, he has always shown an appetite to chase excellence, quality and best performances. He always displays determination and an exceptional work ethic, and looks to lead by example and from the front. His dedication to the game, his team, his program and his own personal standards are things to admire. I believe Kyle will be giving all of himself to UMass Lowell - 100% of his skill-set knowledge, experience, dedication and total commitment, which is a great match.” – Louis Bennett, Head Coach, Marquette   “I have known Kyle for many years. He is a hard worker and UMass Lowell made a great hire. He will build relationships, teach the game and do things the right way. He’s a young, up-and-coming coach, and I can’t wait to see the success he brings to UMass Lowell.” - Freddy Juarez, Assistant Coach, Seattle Sounders  

Jason Stanton joined UMass Lowell ahead of the 2022 season, and currently serves as an assistant coach and goalkeeper coach. Prior to joining the River Hawks, Stanton served as the goalkeeping coach for the men's soccer program at Boston College, from July 2021 to June 2022. Alongside coaching at the collegiate level, Stanton was employed part-time as the MLS Next goalkeeper coach for Intercontinental Football Academy (IFA) of New England until April 2023 and had been with the organization since February 2021. Prior to his transition into a part time role at IFA, Stanton served as the clubs North Region Goalkeeping Director and the Greater Boston Boys Regional Director from February 2021 until May 2022. He also worked for Global Premier Soccer (GPS) MA as the Metro Boston Regional Director from March 2019 to June 2020. Stanton holds two degrees from the University of Pretoria that he obtained from 2012-15; BA Human Movement Sciences & BA (Hons) in Sport and Recreation Management. During his time at Pretoria, he was also a part of the men's soccer team that won several titles during his four years at the school. Stanton currently holds several coaching qualifications from the USSF (C- License), the Scottish FA (GK Coaching Award 1.3 & Youth/Adult Coaching Certificate 1.2) and the Goalkeeping Level 1 Diploma from United Soccer Coaches. Born and raised in Pretoria, South Africa, Stanton now resides in Charlestown with his wife Jessica and their dog Margo.

Diego Campos was named assistant coach for the UMass Lowell men's soccer team in May of 2023 after spending the previous eight years as a member of the Bavarian United Soccer Club's coaching staff.   During his time with the Bavarian United Soccer Club, Campos filled a variety of positions, including Head Coach, Assistant Coach, Pre-Academy Director, and Boys & Girls Junior Director. As an assistant, Campos helped lead his team to become Men's National Amateur Cup Champions during the 2022 season.   Before joining the Bavarian United Soccer Club, Campos was an all-region-level midfielder for the Concordia University – Wisconsin Falcons. As a Falcon, Campos was a team captain, MVP, the CUW Male Career Achievement Award Winner, and was named to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America NCAA DIII Men's All-Central Region Second Team his senior year. He was also tabbed to the All-Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference team each year of his career.   Campos earned his bachelor's degree from Concordia University – Wisconsin in accounting in 2016.