BYU Women’s Soccer Head Coach Jen Rockwood on Scholarships, Season Prep, Recruiting and the Big12
Aug 02, 2024
In this interview with BYU Women's Soccer Head Coach Jen Rockwood, she talks about a variety of topics, including the NCAA's decision to expand scholarships for women's soccer teams, her favorite moment from last season, and her team's upcoming season.
On the topic of the NCAA's decision to expand scholarships, Rockwood says that she is still trying to understand the implications of the recent decision and that it will have a significant impact on her team's roster. While they are expanding the number of scholarships available, at the same time they are reducing the overall roster size. She also discusses the challenges of recruiting players and the importance of having a strong support staff.
When asked about her favorite moment from last season, Rockwood chooses the team's comeback win against UNC in the Elite 8. She describes the game as a great moment for the program.
Looking ahead to the upcoming season, Rockwood says that she is excited about the potential of her team and that she is confident that they can compete for a national championship in the coming years. She also discusses the challenges of replacing five players who were drafted into the National Women's Soccer League.
