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Stoneleigh-Burnham School is pleased to announce the appointment of Mandy Dziewulski Black as the new head coach of the varsity soccer program. Coach Black brings over 20 years of coaching and playing experience to SBS. “We are thrilled to welcome Coach Black to the SBS community,” said Lisa Moore, Director of Athletics at Stoneleigh-Burnham School. “Her extensive experience, proven track record of success, and commitment to developing young athletes make her the ideal candidate to lead our varsity soccer program.”

Coach Black’s coaching experience spans all levels, from youth club teams to college programs. In addition to her role at Smith Academy, she has served as the assistant women’s soccer coach at Mount Holyoke College and Mount Ida College. She also served as the head coach for the FC Massachusetts and Western United Pioneers U18 and U11 girls’ teams.

As a player, Coach Black’s passion for soccer began in her youth. She played club soccer for the Kingsport Crossfire and was a member of her high school team at Oak Ridge High School in Tennessee. She then went on to play four years at Hollins University in Virginia, where she served as team captain for three years and was named Athlete of the Year her senior season.

“I am incredibly excited to join the Stoneleigh-Burnham School community and lead the varsity soccer program,” said Coach Black. “I am passionate about fostering a positive and competitive environment where student-athletes can develop their skills, build confidence, and achieve their goals.”

Coach Black holds a Master of Business Administration from Tiffin University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Hollins University. She is a member of the United Soccer Coaches (USC) and holds a Level 1 Goalkeeping Certification, Level 6 Intermediate Certification, and a USC National Diploma.