Barry Morrison to join UNB Soccer’s Coaching Staff

August 20, 2013

The UNB Varsity Reds men's soccer program is pleased to announce that Barry Morrison has joined the coaching staff as an assistant coach.

Morrison brings a wealth of experience to the program. He holds a Level IV NCCP certification and a National B Licence as well as a plethora of coaching experience from club to college with both men's and women's teams. He has also held the position of Soccer NB Technical Programs Manager and is currently the Club Head Coach with the Fredericton District Soccer Association.

Varsity Reds head coach, Miles Pinsent, is pleased to add Morrison to the coaching staff that also includes long serving assistant, Dave Rouse, and keeper coach, George Lucas.

Coach Pinsent is excited about adding another passionate and knowledgeable soccer person to the team. "I have worked with Barry for many years in different capacities. The Varsity Reds soccer program is pleased to be partnering with the FDSA on new initiatives in which we can share our resources and expertise. Having Barry join us is another benefit from us all working together."

Morrison says the following about joining the Varsity Reds. "I was flattered to have been approached by Miles with the opportunity, with everything happening between the UNB Varsity Reds and the Fredericton District Soccer Association, it seemed to be a natural progression."

Morrison's primary role with the Varsity Reds is going to be to help with match analysis using a variety of tools to break down the games and try to give all players the quality feedback they need to continue to improve and progress at this level.

"It's always exciting when you are given the chance to work with players of such high calibre and I am looking forward to the challenge. My involvement with the Varsity Reds will only help to solidify the relationship between the Varsity Reds and Fredericton District Soccer Association," continued Morrison.

For further information please contact:

Miles Pinsent mpinsent@unb.ca

Barry Morrison fdsacoach@nb.aibn.com