Cambridge, Mass. -- Dr. G. Anthony Grant, Director of Athletics and DAPER Department Head at MIT, has announced the hiring of Andrew Storton as Head Men's Soccer Coach/Physical Education and Wellness Instructor. Storton will officially join the MIT community on April 17.

"Andrew brings an impressive combination of competitive excellence, leadership, and a commitment to enhancing the student-athlete experience to MIT men's soccer," said Dr. Grant. "His role in elevating the program at Connecticut College to national prominence speaks to his ability to develop student-athletes both athletically and academically. Throughout the search process, Andrew demonstrated an emphasis on the holistic development of students, alignment with MIT's academic mission, as well as a vision for building a culture of sustained success. We are excited to welcome Andrew and his family to the MIT community." 

Storton comes to MIT following seven highly successful seasons as an assistant men's soccer coach at Connecticut College, where he was elevated to associate men's soccer coach prior to the 2025 season. Since 2019, the Camels have put together a 78-22-29 record, winning the NESCAC tournament in 2024 while finishing as conference runner-up in 2021, 2022 and 2025. At the national level, Connecticut College advanced to the Elite Eight in 2019 and 2023, the Sweet 16 in 2025 and the national title game in both 2021 and 2024, winning the program's first national championship in 2021.

"I'm incredibly honored to join the Massachusetts Institute of Technology community. I want to thank Director of Athletics Dr. Anthony Grant, search chair Patrick Haumesser, and the entire committee for their belief in me and my vision for the program," said Storton. "What stood out to me throughout this process was the people and the commitment to excellence across campus. I'm excited to work alongside the student-athletes and staff to continue building a program that aspires to compete at a high level while providing a meaningful and rewarding student-athlete experience."

Working closely with head coach Reuben Burk, Storton was instrumental in all elements of program operations, practice planning and recruitment during Connecticut College's recent rise to national prominence. Storton has coached five United Soccer Coaches All-Americans, four USC Scholar All-American players, 17 USC All-Region players, 21 All-NESCAC Players, including one NESCAC Player of the year and one NESCAC Defensive player of the year as the Connecticut College coaching staff was recognized with the United Soccer Coaches DIII National Coaching Staff of the Year Award in both 2021 and 2024.

""I believe success [at MIT] comes from creating a competitive and connected environment while staying committed to consistent development," continued Storton. "If we do that, we'll put ourselves in a position to compete with the best programs in the country."

A former Division III student-athlete at Mitchell College, Storton scored 45 career points in 42 career games for the Mariners, scoring 11 goals as a senior in 2017 to help the program win the NECC conference tournament and advance to the NCAA tournament for the first time in history. He graduated magna cum laude in three years from Mitchell College in 2017 with a bachelor's degree in sports and fitness management and a minor in psychology.

Storton's coaching experience extends beyond the collegiate game. From 2012-2018 he was the Boys Soccer Coach at Bacon Academy in Colchester, Conn., where he put together a 100-29-15 record across seven seasons, guiding the team to four ECC Division championships and an ECC tournament title. He earned ECC Large Division Coach of the Year three times and Norwich Bulletin Coach of the Year twice.

A native of Oxford, England, Storton holds a UEFA "B" License as well as a UEFA B Diploma in Coaching Studies, USSF D License, The Football Association; Level I, II & III Certification, NVQ Level I and II certifications in Coaching Studies, and multiple United Soccer Coaching Diplomas. Storton and his wife, Hannah, have two sons, Oliver and William.

"My goal is to build a program centered on development, accountability, and a strong team culture, one where players are challenged every day and supported in all areas of their growth," concluded Storton. "I'm excited to get started and build something that reflects the values of MIT."

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