Kelly Madsen elevated to associate head coach for Auburn ahead of 2024 season

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AUBURN, Ala. — Auburn soccer’s Kelly Madsen has been elevated to associate head coach ahead of the start of the 2024 season, head coach Karen Hoppa announced.

Madsen joined the Tigers’ staff prior to the 2023 season as an assistant coach.

“It was an obvious decision for us to promote coach Kelly,” Hoppa said. “She has a great ability to understand what our players need and how to bring out the best in them. Her ability to coach the attack in dynamic and creative ways will be very exciting for the Auburn family to watch this fall.”

“Coaching this group of young athletes is truly a joy,” Madsen said. “Seeing them grow not only skill level but in confidence is the best part of my job. I want to say thank you to Coach Hoppa and our administration for their faith in my ability to help our program and our players reach new heights on and off the pitch.”

Last season under Madsen’s offensive leadership, the Tigers saw a 15% increase in goals scored and a 22% increase in finishing percentage. A total of 14 players found themselves on the scoresheet, including seven first-time goal-scorers.

Auburn soccer opens the 2024 season at home, welcoming Clemson to the Auburn Soccer Complex for a 6:30 p.m. CT clash on Aug. 15.