Transylvania University

Coach d'Angelo begins his 2nd year as the Men's Soccer Assistant coach with 21 years of coaching experience at the competitive club and high school level in Kentucky. He is currently in his 15th year of coaching on the men's side for Lexington FC (12) and Lexington Sporting Club (3-present), as well as serving as the Path to the Pros Director (U16-U19) in their academy-based organization. During his time at the club level, his teams accomplished multiple state championships and finalist standings. Most recently, he helped guide the 2006 LSC boys to the Midwest Regional semifinal and the 2008 LSC boys to a state championship in 2024 and finalist in 2025. He also brings 7 years of experience from Lafayette High School, during which the program achieved 2 district championships and ended the 2024 season as a state finalist.

"I have always had tremendous admiration for this university's commitment to excellence in the classroom and on the field. I view it as a privilege to have been given the opportunity to continue my passion for coaching at such a quality soccer program, along with the prospect that it offers to teach young men in a highly competitive environment. I am excited to continue to partner with coach Ben Federici and his vision for what is to come," said d'Angelo.

Coach d'Angelo holds a US National C Coaching License.
In addition to his coaching experience, Coach d'Angelo comes to the program after 26 years of managerial experience at Lexmark International. While at Lexmark, he led various worldwide operations and supply chain organizations and will continue to apply that skill set as well to grow the soccer
program.