Erik Temple was hired as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at Neumann University in February 2023. He is the Knights 6th Head Men’s Soccer Coach in program history.

In his inaugural season, Temple led the Knights to an Atlantic East Conference Championship, and anchored the Atlantic East Conference's Coaching Staff of the Year. He was also named the Eastern College Athletic Conference Division III Men's Soccer Coach of the Year.

Temple had previously served as both an Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for the Knights from 2014 to 2020 under Kevin Sloan and Tim Hollenback. During that time, Neumann won two conference titles, earned one NCAA bid, and made two appearances in the ECAC Tournament.

After leaving Neumann, Temple helped found Sporting Delaware Soccer Club in Wilmington, Delaware. An organization that oversees 41 club teams with over 750 players registered within the club. As their College Pathway Director, he has 85 players committed currently to play in college. Temple is also the coach for their U17 (2006) and U19 (2005) ECNL Boys Teams.

Collegiately, Temple played at York College of Pennsylvania, winning three conference championships, and making four appearances in the NCAA Division 3 tournament, reaching the Elite 8 twice. He was a member of program from 2006 to 2009.

Temple played high school soccer for nationally recognized Salesianum High School (Del.) and was a member of the varsity program all four years. Temple was a captain his senior year when Salesianum won their second-consecutive state championship with the program accomplishing an unprecedented 40-0 record during his junior and senior year campaigns.

Temple is a 2012 graduate of Neumann University with a B.S. in Liberal Studies and a concentration in Business Administration.

Temple currently holds a USSF National “C” License.

Tom Carlin, Head Coach, Villanova University

“Neumann University is fortunate to get such a dynamic leader and unbelievable recruiter to take over the program. Erik has a unique knowledge of what it will take to be successful there as a former coach and player. Not to mention, he is well respected in this area for his on the field coaching and ability to get the most of his players. I am excited to watch the growth of the program under his leadership. “

Tommy McMenemy, Head Coach, University of Delaware

“Neumann University has not only gained a fantastic soccer coach in Erik Temple, but also a person of great character and integrity. Erik is a high-end tactician and motivator as well as a born competitor. His student-athletes will no doubt flourish under his man-management, as they have in his previous roles. I am delighted for him that he has been afforded this exciting opportunity and look forward to seeing the successful program he will build at Neumann.”

Mark Plotkin, Head Coach, DePaul University

“I’ve been able to see Erik’s teams play and they are organized, disciplined, and incredibly competitive. He creates a positive team culture and his players love competing for him. He’s a great coach, incredible motivator, and truly cares about his players. Erik is a fantastic hire for Neumann.”