Lansing Ignite FC has announced today the signing of defender Kevin Coiffic for the inaugural USL League One season, pending league and federation approval.
The 6-foot-2 Frenchman has excelled since moving to the United States to play soccer. A youth product of French side FC Lorient, Coiffic played for Broward College in 2016 and was eventually named to the NJCAA Division I All-America Third Team before transferring to Young Harris College (NCAA Division II).
Coiffic earned Peach Belt All-Conference Team honors after helping Young Harris to a 17-1-1 record in 2018, recording three goals and three assists in 19 matches. He also led the Mountain Lions in minutes played and helped the team record nine shutouts.
“Kevin is a centerback who has all the tools to be a top player,” LIFC Head Coach Nate Miller said. “Kevin’s aerial ability is immense and can be a dominant force in both boxes. He brings the passing range we are looking for as well as good pace, which is important for us in the back.
“For me, Kevin is a key player to watch as the season develops.”
Since 2016, Coiffic has also competed for FC Miami City in USL League Two, earning countless honors, including being named to the 2017 All-Southern Conference Team, and being recognized as one of the league’s Top Prospects. He has scored nine goals and provided two assists in 36 appearances for Miami City.
“It’s an honor to begin my professional career in Lansing, and I look forward to working with Coach Miller as I continue my development,” Coiffic said. “I want to thank FC Miami City, Young Harris and Broward for giving me countless opportunities to compete and improve as a player and can’t wait to make an impact for LIFC.”
Coiffic becomes the ninth player signed with LIFC, joining Xavier Gomez, Rafa Mentzingen, Christian Silva, Kyle Carr, Nathan Lewis, Steeve Saint-Duc, Kyle Ihn and Rhys Williams.
LIFC players are preparing to report to Lansing for preseason training in February 2019. Lansing kicks off its League One season on the road against the Richmond Kickers on March 30, while LIFC will host its home opener against the Kickers at 7 p.m. ET on April 13 (BUY TICKETS [lansingignite.com]). For more information on Ignite FC, visit www.lansingignite.com [lansingignite.com] or follow the team on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram [instagram.com].
