New Women's Head Coach Anne Iwinski

We are thrilled to announce Anne Iwinski as our new Women’s Head Coach! Anne was a standout competitor throughout her soccer career, beginning at Naperville Central High School, where she was a four-year varsity starter and was three-time All-Conference. She earned All-State and All-Midwest honors while leading her team to back-to-back state finals appearances. She continued her career at Northern Illinois University, where she rewrote the program’s record book. She finished her time at NIU as the all-time leader in goals, assists, and total points, was named to the All-Conference team in each of her four seasons, and capped her senior year as the Mid-American Conference Player of the Year. Her lasting impact has earned her induction into the Athletic Halls of Fame at both NIU and Naperville Central High School. 

Over her career, Anne has coached across a wide range of competitive levels. She spent five years with the Illinois Olympic Development Program staff, working with many of the state’s top female players. Throughout her club coaching career, she has helped guide athletes to respected collegiate programs all over the country. Anne also serves as the Head Coach of the Marmion Academy Men’s Varsity Soccer Team. 

Anne has led the River Light FC Women’s Reserve Squad and is ready to take on her new title as the Women’s Head Coach. We are proud to have such a well-rounded individual representing our organization this upcoming 2026 season.

“As the head coach of the women’s program, I hope my enjoyment for the game will filter down to my players everyday! The excitement and passion I have for the game is evident every time I'm on the field with the players and sharing my experiences and knowledge with them. I also hope my unique perspective as a mom of a collegiate athlete will help the players as they navigate through the ups and downs of high level competition. They only get to do this once - I hope I can help them make the most of it!” - Coach Anne Iwinski