CIA Soccer Head Coach Shane Shanahan

Shane has been at CIA since early 2023, when he joined the Finance team as Financial Planning Specialist at the college’s New York campus. After serving as assistant coach for the CIA soccer team for two years, he was named head coach in 2025. While earning his Bachelor’s in Economics from the State University of New York at Albany, Shane played for the Club Soccer Team, where his leadership and passion led him to be named captain. He also played varsity and JV soccer for four years at Arlington High School in Poughkeepsie, NY. His coaching experience includes two years as head coach at Haviland Middle School in Hyde Park, NY, where he mentored young players in fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship. “My coaching style is to develop well-rounded players both on and off the field, emphasizing discipline, strategic thinking, and a strong work ethic,” he said. “I’m passionate about fostering a love for the game at all levels.”