Paul Turner

Born in London, England Paul came to the US in 1993. For 10 years as a professional player and then as Head Coach for the Cape Cod Crusaders he became widely recognized as the face of soccer on Cape Cod. His very last game in charge with the Crusaders saw him lift the PDL National crown in front of a nationwide TV audience.

Since forming PTUSA in 2002 Paul tireless efforts have seen him continue his incredible successes. Between 2004 and 2006 Paul coached four Massachusetts State Cup Championship teams.

As the new Technical Director with Crusaders United Soccer Club Paul is hoping to expand PTUSA’s influence within a well respected local club.

• USSF A License
• NSCAA Premier Diploma
• NSCAA National Goalkeeper Diploma
• English FA Coaching Badge

 Erica Turner

Erica experienced incredible successes as a player. A four year starter and captain at UMass, Amherst earned her 1st Team All American accolades her senior year. Two seasons in W League with the Boston Renegades saw her awarded with League All Star selections as well as team MVP in both 2001 and 2002. Her success continued with the launch of the WUSA. As a starting defender with the Philadelphia Charge she was voted “defender of the year” by Soccer America, and once again made appearances within the league All Star Team in 2003.

Erica’s coaching career has seen her work within 2 Division I College programs as well as many youth soccer teams throughout the region.

• Assistant Coach at Georgia State University and Providence College
• NSCAA Advanced Regional Diploma
• Speed, Agility and Quickness Certified
• WUSA All-Star 2003
• Soccer America “Defender of the Year,” 2003