Bio

Brandon Bowman, a 22-year head coaching veteran was named the 10th head men’s soccer coach in Carnegie Mellon University history in the spring of 2014. Since that time, Bowman has led the Tartans to four NCAA appearances and 81 wins in nine seasons.

Five of Bowman’s seasons with the Tartans have resulted in double-digit wins with the 2022 season seeing 11 wins and Bowman’s 250th career victory.

Major Team Highlights

• NCAA Tournament appearances in 2015, 2016, 2018, and 2022
• NCAA Tournament wins in 2016 and 2018
• Nationally ranked during five seasons including a final poll ranking of 18th in 2018

Major Player Highlights

• One All-American – Connor Webb in 2015
• Five players have earned All-Region accolades with three earning the award twice
• Nine University Athletic Association (UAA) first-team honors
• One UAA Rookie of the Year – Brendan Schonwetter in 2022

Career Highlights

• Head coach of Transylvania University from 2002 through 2013
• Compiled record of 168-39-31 at Transylvania
• Four-time Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) Coach of the Year
• Seven NCAA Tournament appearances at Transylvania, reaching Elite 8 in 2009 and Sweet 16 in 2007
• Lexington FC coach from 2001 through 2013, winning Kentucky State Championships in 2004, 2005, 2007, and 2009
• Head coach of Elmira College in 2000 with an 11-7 record
• Assistant coach for men’s and women’s programs at Miami University of Ohio from 1998-2000
• Coaching certifications: USSF A License, NSCAA Premier Diploma

Playing Career

• Team captain and All-Region honoree at Centre College