LONG ISLAND, N.Y. - Bard College men's soccer coach TJ Kostecky was named Most Valuable Coach in a poll of aspiring college student-athletes who attended EXACT Soccer National Showcase Camps, it was announced Thursday.

Student-athletes who attend the camps all over the country are asked to rate their college coach instructors, and Kostecky was one of the high scorers.

"I'm happy I was able to connect with so many young people over the summer," Kostecky said. "One of the most important things I talked to them about was believing in themselves and believing in their dream. I'm thankful that the message resonated with them."

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