Logan Emory joins University of Portland men’s soccer staff

PORTLAND, Ore. (Via University of Portland) – Logan Emory, a University of Portland soccer alum who spent the past three years on the men’s staff, is the new assistant coach for the women’s program, announced head coach Michelle French. Emory joins the women’s side after helping guide the Portland men to a West Coast Conference Championship and two NCAA Playoff berths.

After a national search, Emory takes the place of Dominic Doty, who recently left the program to pursue non-coaching opportunities.

“Because of our relationship with the men’s program, we’ve had a firsthand view of Logan’s work ethic and dedication to the University of Portland,” French said. “It is evident that he has an innate ability to connect with players, whether that’s through his coaching style on the field, or his energy and attitude off the field. Logan’s workman-like mentality, coupled with his passion for UP, will be extremely valuable as he will head the identification process of future players who exemplify what it means to be a Pilot. A special thanks to Nick for being so supportive and helpful throughout the entire process!”

“First of all, I have to thank everyone involved with the men’s program over the last few years,” said Emory. “Nick Carlin-Voigt took a chance on me three years ago and gave me the opportunity of a lifetime. The relationships built, and experiences gained during the past three seasons will stay with me forever. As an alum, playing a small part in getting the program back on track meant the world to me.

“Looking forward, I couldn’t be more excited to get to work with Michelle, Maite and all of the players,” added Emory. “The legacy and tradition of women’s soccer here at UP speaks for itself and the chance to work for Frenchie was an opportunity I simply couldn’t pass up. The University of Portland holds an extremely special place in my heart and I am beyond blessed to be able to stay ‘home’ and be a part of such a historic program with an amazingly talented group of student-athletes.”

“We want to thank Logan for all of his contributions to UP Soccer,” Portland men’s soccer head coach Nick Carlin-Voigt said. “He was part of many great moments to help elevate our program. We wish him all the best as he takes the next step in his coaching career with the women’s soccer program. I know Logan will continue to represent Portland soccer in the highest capacity and he will always be a valued Portland Pilot.”

Emory, who starred on the pitch for the Pilots from 2006-09, joined the men’s staff after Carlin-Voigt took over the program in 2016. That first season saw immediate results as the Pilots won their first WCC title since 2002 and reached the postseason for the first time since 2009, Emory’s senior year.

The Pilots returned to the playoffs in 2018 after opening the year with record of 10-0-3 to climb to No. 7 in the national rankings. Portland entered the national rankings during the third week of the fall and remained there for the remainder of the year, and by the end of the regular season they had suffered only three losses, which was the fewest since 1995.

Portland was rewarded when they received a berth to the postseason and a first-round home match against the Pac-12’s UCLA. The game in mid-November was the first home playoff contest for the Pilots since 2002, and in the end the home side was victorious with a 1-0 shutout. The win sent the Pilots to the second round of the playoffs for the first time since 2009.

During his time on the men’s side, Emory helped assemble the nation’s fifth ranked and 17th ranked recruiting classes in 2017 and 2016, respectively.

As a center back on the pitch for the Pilots, Emory was instrumental during Portland’s run to the NCAA Quarterfinals in 2009. Emory appeared in 81 matches during his career at UP, finishing with five goals, two assists and 12 points. He earned WCC Honorable Mention twice, and he landed on the league’s all-freshman team in 2006.

Emory then spent a couple of seasons with the Puerto Rico Islanders of the USL/NASL before moving on to Major League Soccer, joining Toronto FC in 2012. Emory was north of the border for two seasons and would continue his career with the San Antonio Scorpions of the NASL. In 2014, Emory played for the USL’s L.A. Galaxy II.

A native of Boise, Idaho, Emory returned home in 2015 to begin his coaching career. He was head coach for the Boise Nationals, Idaho ODP and Centennial High School, his alma mater. He led his Boise Nationals club team to three state titles, and his Centennial squad finished fourth in the state.