RUSSELLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL COACH RECOGNIZED AS AEA INSTITUTE
2025 COACH OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER
Russellville, AR — Russellville High School proudly announces that Jared Fuller, head coach
of Soccer, has been recognized by The AEA Institute as a 2025 Coach of the Year Award
Winner — a national honor celebrating coaches who exemplify leadership, resilience, and
transformational impact through sport.
The AEA Institute’s Coach of the Year award honors leaders who go beyond wins and losses;
recognizing those who build disciplined, resilient, and mentally strong athletes. Each winner
demonstrates an unwavering commitment to mindset development, accountability, and
excellence both on and off the field.
“He produces kids that believe they will win each time they take the field regardless of
talent gaps, resulting in 9 state championships in 12 years.
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— Ben Goodman, Athletic Director, Russellville High School
Nominated by Athletic Director Ben Goodman, Coach Fuller was selected for his dedication to
building a championship culture rooted in belief, discipline, and accountability. He exemplifies
what The AEA Institute calls Coaching with Purpose — where confidence, standards, and
mentorship drive sustained success.
A 22-year coaching veteran, Jared Fuller has built one of the most respected high school
soccer programs in the region. Under his leadership, the men’s soccer program has captured 9
state championships in the past 12 years, fueled by a culture that emphasizes belief,
preparation, and relentless standards over perceived talent gaps.
Coach Fuller consistently produces athletes who compete with confidence and conviction. He is
a tireless advocate for his players’ best interests, setting expectations so high that program
alumni regularly return to mentor current players and uphold the same culture of excellence. His
impact extends far beyond wins; shaping leaders, teammates, and young men prepared for
success in every arena of life.
ABOUT THE AEA INSTITUTE
The AEA Institute makes mental fitness as routine as physical fitness. Through
neuroscience-based programs like The Mental Edge Academy, AEA equips athletes, coaches,
and schools with tools to build resilience, sharpen focus, and strengthen emotional agility for
life’s biggest moments.
For more information, contact clientsuccess@aea-neuro-fitness-academy.com.
