April 15, 2010
PHILADELPHIA – Professional and collegiate soccer standout Don D\’Ambra will return to his alma mater to become the head men\’s soccer coach at Saint Joseph\’s University, as announced today by SJU director of athletics Don DiJulia. D\’Ambra is just the fourth head coach in the program\’s history.
D\’Ambra is arguably one of the most decorated SJU student-athletes to be named a head coach on Hawk Hill. He returns to Saint Joseph\’s after a successful coaching and playing career with the Philadelphia Kixx of the MISL (Major Indoor Soccer League). He played 16 seasons in the MISL, the last 14 with the Kixx. In 2002, he assumed duties as the head coach of the Kixx, and has served as vice president of soccer operations/head coach since then, while also continuing his playing career.
D\’Ambra helped the Kixx to two MISL championships, as a player in 2002 and as the player/coach in 2007. He was a four-time All-Star and is the Kixx\’ all-time leading scorer, amassing 388 goals and 905 points. In eight seasons as head coach, he totaled 119 wins, which is the most in the team\’s history.
\”We are pleased and honored to welcome back Don D\’Ambra as our new head men\’s soccer coach. Don is committed to the SJU mission to enhance the overall student-athlete experience,\” said DiJulia. \”Don\’s passion and commitment to excel will encourage the success of our student-athletes and the soccer program from its solid foundation built by his predecessors – Tom Turner, Jack Ruggero and Jack Dunn. \”
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