Whitney Pitalo, Head Coach of Cal State Bakersfield's Women's Soccer, announced the hiring of Antonio Gracia as Assistant Coach. Gracia brings extensive experience in coaching and player development, particularly with goalkeepers. His previous role at the University of Nebraska Kearney saw him help the team achieve the second-highest wins in school history. Gracia's expertise in scouting and analytics is expected to significantly benefit the Roadrunners program as they prepare for the upcoming season.

By the Numbers
  • Gracia contributed to the second-most wins over two seasons at Nebraska Kearney.
  • He helped the women's program at Eastern Oregon achieve one of the top defensive records in school history.
State of Play
  • The CSUB Women's Soccer program is gearing up for the upcoming season with spring matches.
  • Free exhibition matches are scheduled, starting on March 20, at the Main Soccer Field.
What's Next

As the season approaches, Gracia's integration into the coaching staff will focus on enhancing team performance through rigorous training and strategy implementation. Fans can anticipate a more competitive edge in the Roadrunners' upcoming matches.

Bottom Line

Gracia鈥檚 addition to the coaching staff aligns with CSUB's goal to elevate their women's soccer program, combining analytics and strong recruitment strategies to foster a successful season ahead.