<div> <p><strong>On the latest episode of Inside College Soccer, Don Williams sits down with Hope Clark, Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Daytona State College, for an in-depth conversation on building a championship program at the junior college level.<br></strong><br>Coach Clark has led the Falcons to back-to-back NJCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Championship titles - winning the program’s first national championship in 2024 and repeating in 2025 with a perfect 20-0 season, capped by a dramatic penalty-kick victory in the final. In both championship runs, she was named Coach of the Tournament.</p><p>Clark reflects on her journey from record-setting goalkeeper at Virginia Tech to becoming the winningest coach in program history at Georgia College &amp; State University, her time leading Auburn University at Montgomery to the NAIA National Tournament, and her experience in athletic administration at Young Harris College.</p><p>The discussion dives into how Daytona State prepares players for the NCAA level by replicating the daily expectations of four-year programs - from structured training environments and academic accountability to building tactical intelligence and personal responsibility.</p><p>Clark also shares her recruiting philosophy, including the competitive and cultural impact of international players, the importance of character and standards, and how junior colleges can provide a powerful development platform for late bloomers, overlooked prospects, and players seeking more meaningful minutes before transferring.</p><p>🤝 Brought to you by <a href="http://gapyearsoccer.com">gapyearsoccer.com</a></p><p>This episode offers a clear and honest look at why junior colleges matter — and how the right environment can accelerate development, confidence, and long-term success at the NCAA level.</p></div>