Coaching Staff

John Cunningham – Camp Director

For the 51st consecutive year, Coach Cunningham is conducting these camps with the main objective of developing youth soccer in the United States. He is the former Head Coach of the Bethany Men’s Soccer team. In Cunningham’s 33 years at the helm of Bethany, his teams won the 1994 National Championship, 1995 and 1997 ECAC Championships, 1996 Mid- Atlantic Championship, participated in 17 NCAA tournaments, 28 President’s Athletic Conference titles, and produced 51 All-Americans. While Head Coach, Bethany soccer was recognized for having one of the highest winning percentages of any college during the 1980s and 1990s, further testimony to Coach Cunningham’s philosophy… “Tradition of Excellence.”

Frankie Taal – Frankie is an excellent coach with international experience and a flair that challenges players and coaches to be “students of soccer” and understand the importance of developing individual soccer skills and tactical understanding. Campers and visiting coaches quickly recognize Frankie’s love for soccer and his expectations while in camp.

Taal’s N.C. Wesleyan tenure as both an assistant and a head coach has seen the Bishops turn in a 214-93-26 overall record, including five regular season USA South Championships, three USA South Tournament Championships, five NCAA Tournament berths, and two NCAA Sweet 16 appearances. In 2017, Taal enjoyed his best season at the helm of the program with a 15-6 overall record won their second consecutive regular season league title, first conference tournament title and a bid to the NCAA tournament. Currently, Frankie is providing training for club teams in WV, OH, PA and MD; preparing for Bethany Soccer Camps 2026

Jonathon Hoover – former Alfred State University Soccer Coach. A goalkeeper while in college, a collegiate coach and High School girls varsity coach. An excellent teacher and coach with a passion to have campers challenged while enjoying camp training.

Christopher Coridon – Former Bethany College Asst Coach and current Assistant coach at Tiffin University. His experience as a NCAA Division I soccer player (Robert Morris), a National Team participant (423 Haiti), Captain of USL2 Real Central, and NPSL Hershey (2019-2020) are outstanding. Likewise Christopher has valuable experience as a youth soccer coach (CBC Training), Jen Elite Training (Robbinsville, NJ) and Bethany Soccer Camps.

Jonathon Price – Men’s coach at Garrett College (Md) and youth teams in Maryland. Jonathon is a highly motivated coach who inspires players to excel as individuals while embedded in the team. His leadership is demonstrated in the improvement of soccer in Garrett Co.

Yvonne Hammil – An outstanding player at Mercyhurst University and after graduation served as an Assistant Coach in a very successful collegiate program. Yvonne was a camper at Bethany Soccer Camp as a youth player and returned as a camp coach and has been on staff for years. She is an excellent coach, residence hall Senior Staff member and provides leadership in camp training and activities.