MEMPHIS – Christian Brothers University Director of Athletics Chris Parker announced Julia Osmond as the sixth Head Women's Soccer Coach in program history, on Wednesday July 12. Osmond comes returns to CBU after spending seven years as the Director/Associate of Coaching at Collierville Soccer - Lobos Rush.  

"We are very excited to have Julia Osmond join our staff as Head Women's Soccer Coach," said Parker. "She stood out in the interview process as someone both knowledgeable and competitive. Her experience both locally and internationally will be key in our recruiting. I look forward to a bright future in our women's soccer program under Coach Osmond's leadership."

Before joining Lobos Rush Osmond was an assistant, at CBU, for two seasons (2014-15), under previous head coach Kieron Heblich.  

"I am extremely excited for the opportunity to be the head coach of the CBU women's soccer team," said Osmond. "Kieron has done a fantastic job over the past 18 years, and I am ready to continue building off that success. I would like to thank everyone involved in the hiring process, and welcoming me back to CBU with open arms. Go Bucs!"

While she was at CBU, Osmond helped the Lady Bucs earn 23 wins. The 13 wins for the 2014 team are tied for the most for CBU since 2003. The 2014 Lady Bucs also advanced to the NCAA South Region Tournament.

 During her previous tenure, Osmond helped seven CBU players earn All-GSC honors. Among the honorees was Camilla Rodrigues, who earned All-American, All-GSC and GSC All-Decade nods. 

The Southampton, England native had a decorated playing career, that saw her earn a pair of All-GSC honors at former conference member North Alabama. During her time at UNA, Osmond appeared in 75 matches and was a three-time team captain, helping the Lions advance to four GSC Tournament finals and three NCAA Tournaments. 

In England, Osmond also played U-13 for Southampton and Chelsea Football Clubs. Before coming to the United States, she also spent time for the Reading Football Club women's team. 

Osmond holds US Soccer National D (2018), National C (2019) and National B (2021) licenses. She has also completed the Football Association (England) Level 1 course and the NSCAA Goalkeeper Level 1 and 2 courses. 

Osmond earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Performance and Excellence from UNA and a Master's of Business Administration from CBU. She is the daughter of Paul and Gillian Osmond, and has three siblings, Chris, Nicola and Jennifer.