Ken Hassler joined FC ATHLETICO in the summer of 2023. Ken is entering his 11th season as Catawba College (NCAA Div. II) Men's Soccer coach in fall 2023.



Hassler graduated cum laude from Plymouth State College (N.H.) in 1985, earning a bachelor's degree in physical education. He earned his master's degree in physical education (sport psychology concentration) at Ithaca College in 1991. Hassler became the head men's soccer coach at Catawba before the 2013 season. He came to Catawba from the University of Montevallo (Ala.), where his teams compiled a 43-12-8 record and two Peach Belt Conference championships. The Falcons earned three straight NCAA tournament bids and were ranked No. 2 in the nation at one point.

Ken joins FC ATHLETICO and will oversee Intermediate levels and senior boys teams. Hassler and his wife, Luisa, reside in Salisbury. They have two children, Ken and Melanie.