KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Dec. 19, 2025) — United Soccer Coaches announced on Friday that David Cameron and the Phoenix College Men's Soccer coaching staff have been named the 2025 NJCAA Division II National Staff of the Year, as voted on by coaches from across the country.
The honor recognizes a historic 2025 season for the Bears, highlighted by national championship success, record-breaking performances, and sustained excellence on and off the field. Under Cameron's leadership, Phoenix College produced one of the most accomplished seasons in program history.
2025 Season Highlights
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NJCAA Division II National Champions
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Conference & Regional Champions
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National Staff of the Year (United Soccer Coaches)
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Multiple NJCAA All-Americans, including:
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Three First Team All-Americans
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One Third Team All-American
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National Player of the Year recipient
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Region Staff of the Year
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Top national ranking the entire season
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Elite defensive and attacking statistics, Ranked #1 in Goals with 95
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High academic success rate and continued emphasis on student-athlete development
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Numerous athletes transferred to four-year universities, continuing the program's strong transfer pipeline
The United Soccer Coaches National Staff of the Year Award represents the highest coaching honor at the NJCAA level. All Regional Staff of the Year recipients appeared on the national ballot, along with coaching staffs from programs that advanced to the semifinals of their respective championships.
David Cameron and the Phoenix College coaching staff will be formally recognized at the United Soccer Coaches Awards Ceremony on January 16, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pa., in conjunction with the annual United Soccer Coaches Convention.
