Head Coach | Jared Welsh

Jared Welsh was named Head Men’s Soccer Coach at Regent University in July 2025, bringing a wealth of collegiate, club, and leadership experience to the Royals as they enter their inaugural season in NCAA Division III competition.

"We are beyond excited to add Jared Welsh to our Regent coaching staff as our next head men's soccer coach", said Director of Athletics Michael W. Allen.  "Jared brings a wealth of knowledge and experience; specifically, NCAA Division I and NCAA Division III. His passion and personality will no doubt help not just our men's soccer program, but our entire department as we transition to D3 this fall and our official membership in the C2C. Please join me in welcoming him and his family to Virginia Beach and the Royals family".  

Coach Welsh joins Regent University after serving as the Assistant Men's Soccer Coach at Widener University, where he was the program's lead assistant and recruiting coordinator. During his time at Widener, he played a key role in recruiting, led video analysis and opponent scouting, and contributed to daily training and program operations. His efforts helped the Pride compile a 22-11-6 record, earn multiple playoff berths, make a MAC Championship appearance, and assist in the development of the program's first All-American, Sean Fatiga.

Prior to Widener, Coach Welsh served as Assistant Men's Soccer Coach at Eastern University, where he oversaw recruitment, assisted with first-team training, and managed the program's development squad.

Coach Welsh began his collegiate coaching career as a graduate assistant at the University of Northern Colorado, contributing to one of the program's most successful regular seasons while helping the Bears achieve an 8-1 conference record.

At the club level, Coach Welsh has coached within elite environments, including Fort Collins Soccer Association and Penn Fusion Soccer Academy.

Coach Welsh holds a master's degree in Sports Coaching from the University of Northern Colorado and a B.S. in Business Management from St. John Fisher University. He also holds a USSF National "C" License. Coach Welsh also played for the St. John Fisher University Men's Soccer team.

Coach Welsh is married to Joanna Welsh, and together they have a son and a daughter.