BROOKVILLE, N.Y. — LIU proudly introduces Stormie Charles as the new head coach for both the men's and women's cross country teams, setting the stage for an exciting chapter in the program's history.
 
Charles arrives at LIU after a successful journey as an assistant coach at Florida A&M University, where her organizational prowess and tailored training programs stood out. During her time in Tallahassee, Fla., Charles offered guidance for the student-athlete development, both on and off the course. She also ensured smooth team travel experiences, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie among the athletes.
 
"I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have a positive impact on our talented student athletes and the LIU community," Charles said. "I look forward to growing and developing with our athletes through collaboration and servant leadership.  It would be remiss of me to not acknowledge and honor the life of Coach Simon Hodnett whom I looked forward to working with but know that we will continue his legacy of compassion and excellence.
 
While her coaching skills shine, Charles also boasts a robust academic background. Her previous role at the University of South Florida Health showcased her commitment to academic excellence, managing admissions for the College of Nursing graduate programs and nurturing a supportive academic environment.
 
"We are thrilled to be adding Stormie Charles as our head cross country coach," LIU director of athletics Ryan Kelly said. "Our student-athletes will greatly benefit from Coach Charles' wealth of experience from different Universities. We look forward continue building on the success of the program."