Born and raised in Appleton, WI, Coach Kari Austin played competitively for the Appleton Soccer Club and Appleton East High School. She had a successful four-year collegiate career at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire from 1997 to 2000, achieving notable accomplishments during that time.
Kari began helping with the Appleton Juniors program in the 2021-2022 season. Before that, she coached youth soccer through the YMCA and local recreation leagues. Professionally, Kari works as a Nursing Instructor and an Emergency Room RN. She is also a proud mother of three.
UWEC athletic Hall of Fame inductee (’16)
WIAC All-Centennial Soccer Team (’12)
NCAA Woman of the Year nominee (’01)
UWEC Blugold Super Six recipient (’01)
NSCAA Third Team All-American (’00)
Set UWEC single-season goal and points record (’00)
UWEC Team Captain (’00)
First Team All-Conference (’98, ’99, ’00)
Three-time Offensive Player of the Year (’98, ’99, ’00)
Coaching is a very rewarding experience. If you’re interested in becoming a coach or assistant coach for Recreational or Club Level teams, fill out our signup form or contact us for more information. We’re always looking for talented tacticians and sideline generals.
