May 27, 2026
ANNOUNCEMENT: Matt Kraft Named Boys Varsity Soccer Head Coach!
We are thrilled to announce that Matt Kraft has been named the new Head Coach for the John Glenn Boys Varsity Soccer program!
Coach Kraft is a familiar face around the Bobcat community and brings over 40 years of playing and coaching experience to the boys' program. Kraft grew up in New York State and moved to Michigan in 2018. For the past five seasons, he has served as the Head Coach of our JGHS Girls Varsity Soccer team, leading them to 64 wins and a District Championship in 2025!
📋 An Incredible Soccer Resume:
Championship Pedigree: Led DCFC North/Saginaw Township to the first State Cup Finals berth in club history. Currently serves as the club's Technical Director.
Served as a FIFA referee and was on the coaching staff for the US Virgin Islands National Team youth development program.
Elite Playing Background: Played for the New York State Olympic Development Program (ODP) and Southern Chautauqua Travel Club, making multiple State Cup appearances before playing college soccer in Florida.
Advocate for the Game: Founded a new travel club in New York specifically to ensure equity and access for girls' travel teams.
When he isn't living at the soccer field, Coach Kraft is an Exemplary Rated Social Studies teacher here in Michigan. He resides in Saginaw with his supportive wife, Katrina (also an exemplary teacher), and their beloved dog, Rosie Clover. They have three grown sons. In their rare free time, Matt and Katrina love to travel and explore historical ruins, battlefields, and ancient churches.
🗣️ From Coach Kraft:
"I am excited to be able to coach the John Glenn Boys and keep working with the school, families, and kids who are so incredibly supportive here at JGHS."
Please join us in welcoming Coach Kraft to his new role with the boys' program! 🔵⚪
📧 Contact Coach Kraft: mkraft31276@gmail.com
We are thrilled to announce that Matt Kraft has been named the new Head Coach for the John Glenn Boys Varsity Soccer program!
Coach Kraft is a familiar face around the Bobcat community and brings over 40 years of playing and coaching experience to the boys' program. Kraft grew up in New York State and moved to Michigan in 2018. For the past five seasons, he has served as the Head Coach of our JGHS Girls Varsity Soccer team, leading them to 64 wins and a District Championship in 2025!
📋 An Incredible Soccer Resume:
Championship Pedigree: Led DCFC North/Saginaw Township to the first State Cup Finals berth in club history. Currently serves as the club's Technical Director.
Served as a FIFA referee and was on the coaching staff for the US Virgin Islands National Team youth development program.
Elite Playing Background: Played for the New York State Olympic Development Program (ODP) and Southern Chautauqua Travel Club, making multiple State Cup appearances before playing college soccer in Florida.
Advocate for the Game: Founded a new travel club in New York specifically to ensure equity and access for girls' travel teams.
When he isn't living at the soccer field, Coach Kraft is an Exemplary Rated Social Studies teacher here in Michigan. He resides in Saginaw with his supportive wife, Katrina (also an exemplary teacher), and their beloved dog, Rosie Clover. They have three grown sons. In their rare free time, Matt and Katrina love to travel and explore historical ruins, battlefields, and ancient churches.
🗣️ From Coach Kraft:
"I am excited to be able to coach the John Glenn Boys and keep working with the school, families, and kids who are so incredibly supportive here at JGHS."
Please join us in welcoming Coach Kraft to his new role with the boys' program! 🔵⚪
📧 Contact Coach Kraft: mkraft31276@gmail.com