OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Oskaloosa is ready for a new era on the pitch. Jordan VanWyk has been hired as the new Head Coach for Boys Soccer at Oskaloosa High School. VanWyk will lead both the Varsity and Junior Varsity programs and will officially begin his role in Spring 2026 pending school board approval.
VanWyk is a graduate of Oskaloosa Schools and has remained rooted in the community ever since. His coaching background includes seven years of club level experience with Iowa Rush South Soccer Club, Mahaska County Soccer Club, and private training sessions across multiple age levels. He also previously served on the board at Iowa Rush South.
Oskaloosa Director of Activities Jamie Jacobs said she is excited to welcome VanWyk into this role. She noted that his time walking alongside current coach Greg Walter over the past few years has prepared him well for this next step and the transition ahead. “He is deeply invested in our kids and our community, and he will be a great addition to our staff. Jordan is ready to help us usher in a new era of Oskaloosa soccer as we move forward with two heads leading both programs.”
VanWyk said stepping into this role is meaningful both personally and professionally. “I’m feeling really excited and honored to accept the boys’ position. We’ve got a great group of kids here at Oskaloosa and in this boys’ soccer program. I’m ready for a new journey and a new challenge with them.”
He said the foundation of that work goes beyond skills alone. “I want to help our players grow as individuals and as student athletes. We’ll build a program where they enjoy the game, support one another, and represent Oskaloosa with pride.”
VanWyk shared that his top goal is to build a boys’ soccer program rooted in teamwork, pride, and personal growth where players leave each season knowing they grew as teammates and as people.
VanWyk lives in Oskaloosa with his wife, Shayla, and their two children who currently attend Oskaloosa Middle School. Outside of coaching, he enjoys hunting, fishing, boating, cheering on his Georgia Bulldogs, and following his favorite club team, Arsenal F.C.
“I’m grateful for this opportunity,” says VanWyk, “and I look forward to meeting each athlete, parent, and coach in our program. I’m ready to get to work and make this a strong experience for our team and our community.”
