Frias Steps Down, National Search Underway
1/23/2025 1:35:00 PM | Soccer
Houston Head Coach spent three seasons at helm, led Cougars into Big 12 era
HOUSTON – Following three seasons at the helm, University of Houston Soccer Head Coach Jaime Frias has announced his resignation from the program to pursue another opportunity.
Frias, who was named head coach on Feb. 16, 2022, led the Cougars transition into the Big 12 Conference, following 10 seasons at Virginia. Frias was 18-27-6 with the Cougars, including an 8-8-2 mark as part of the program's inaugural 2023 Big 12 Conference campaign.
"We thank Coach Frias for his dedication and contributions to Houston Soccer both on and off the field," Houston Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Eddie Nuñez said. "Jaime played an important role in helping our program navigate new challenges and grow into a competitive Big 12 Conference. We understand the timing of this transition is not ideal but as we begin our national search, we are committed to identifying a leader who will help Houston Soccer take the next steps towards competing for conference championships while providing our student-athletes the opportunity to excel in the classroom and in life."
A national search is underway for the seventh head coach in program history.
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Frias, who was named head coach on Feb. 16, 2022, led the Cougars transition into the Big 12 Conference, following 10 seasons at Virginia. Frias was 18-27-6 with the Cougars, including an 8-8-2 mark as part of the program's inaugural 2023 Big 12 Conference campaign.
"We thank Coach Frias for his dedication and contributions to Houston Soccer both on and off the field," Houston Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Eddie Nuñez said. "Jaime played an important role in helping our program navigate new challenges and grow into a competitive Big 12 Conference. We understand the timing of this transition is not ideal but as we begin our national search, we are committed to identifying a leader who will help Houston Soccer take the next steps towards competing for conference championships while providing our student-athletes the opportunity to excel in the classroom and in life."
A national search is underway for the seventh head coach in program history.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Soccer by, supporting Linking Coogs – UH's very own NIL collective and by joining the Cougar Reserves which provides financial support directly to Houston Soccer for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarSoccer on X, formerly known as Twitter, and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarSoccer or on the team's Instagram page at @uhcougarsoccer.
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