Pikeville College - Athletics - Women’s Soccer

Women’s Soccer Coaching Staff

Kenneth DeCook, a former director of soccer at William Penn University at Oskaloosa, Iowa, has taken over the reins as head soccer coach of the women’s team at Pikeville College.

DeCook grew up in both New Jersey and Iowa. After playing multiple sports in high school, DeCook played collegiately at Central College in Pella, Iowa. DeCook received several honors during his playing days, most notably distinguished academic honors.

DeCook spent three seasons as the inaugural assistant coach at William Penn where he helped not only start the soccer program but build it into one of the most competitive programs in the region. After a brief hiatus, DeCook returned the William Penn as the director of soccer, leading both the men and women’s programs.

Both teams set numerous records under DeCook’s direction. DeCook played a major role in recruiting several stand out players, including 17 all-conference players, 37 academic all-conference players, and 2 All American players.

DeCook received his Bachelor of Arts from William Penn University in secondary education and coaching. He earned his Masters Degree from Madison University in education administration. He has continued at Madison to complete is Doctorate in Education Administration.

DeCook and wife Claire, have been married for 23 years. They have one son, Kenny, who was an all-conference and academic all-conference soccer player at William Penn University and has served in Iraq with the U.S. Army.