SJCS announces girl’s soccer for next spring

ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) -- On Tuesday, St. Joseph Christian announced the start of a new girl's soccer program set to begin its inaugural season in the spring of 2026.

Current wrestling coach and former soccer coach at Lafayette Josh Walters was named the head coach of the new program as part of Tuesday's announcement that took place in the school's gymnasium. Walters had his ties to St. Joe Christian before taking this opportunity, as he has three children who attend the school. When asked about why the time felt right for him to take on this new challenge at a new school, he also cited the current uncertainty regarding the public schools in St. Joseph.

"With the way things are going with the community and the public schools, I really wanted this school, where all three of my kids go, to continue to grow and do well," Walters said.

Walters was accompanied by SJCS superintendent and athletic director Nicki Carlson for Tuesday night's announcement. After being introduced, Walters said at the podium "the Lord has opened many doors for me" over the last 10 years and "I know He has a plan for me here at St. Joe Christian."

Even though Walters is set to coach the Lions girls soccer team in their first year as a program, Walters is still slated to be the head coach for the Lafayette boys and girls wrestling program for the 2025-26 season.

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