Catherine Whitehill joined the women’s soccer coaching staff in a full-time capacity in the spring of 2021. She had previously served as a volunteer assistant.

Whitehill has helped lead the Eagles to an NCAA Tournament appearance in each of her first three seasons with the team, including a Sweet 16 appearance in 2022.

One of the more accomplished defenders on the women’s soccer circuit, Whitehill brings a bevy of experience and knowledge to the Eagles coaching staff. A 10-year member of the United States Women’s National Team with over 130 caps under her belt, she appeared in the 2003 and 2007 World Cups and helped USA capture the gold medal at the 2004 Olympics in Athens, Greece. In addition, Whitehill played professionally with the Washington Freedom, Atlanta Beat and Boston Breakers.

Prior to playing professionally, Catherine was a standout at the University of North Carolina, helping the Tar Heels to NCAA Division I national titles in both 2001 and 2003. She was a four-time All-American at UNC and was the recipient of both the Honda and Hermann awards for top college women’s soccer player.

Following her professional career, she coached with the Needham Soccer Club and Wellesley High School.