Cumberland University recently welcomed former Lebanon High School soccer coach, Jeff Loucks, to campus as the new leader of the Bulldog and Lady Bulldog Soccer programs. An alumnus and former Bulldog assistant coach, Loucks came to Cumberland University as an undergraduate from Pennsylvania and has remained in the area ever since.

"Having led the (Lebanon High School) Blue Devils from 1999 through 2004 and as an active leader in the building of the Lebanon Youth Soccer Association, Jeff brings a strong commitment to the community and a passion for leading young people to our soccer programs," CU Athletic Director Pat Lawson stated. "We are excited about Jeff's return to the University to build upon the success and pride that has been established. He played and coached on the University's early teams -- led by then head coach Mitch Walters -- and he understands the foundation and hard work that it takes to be successful here."

Loucks has already hit the recruiting trail, Lawson added.

"I am excited about the opportunity," Loucks remarked. "Cumberland and the Lebanon community have embraced my family and I, and I look forward to the opportunity to lead the soccer programs at Cumberland University."