YUMA, Ariz. – Arizona Western Matadors Head Men's Soccer Coach Kenny Dale was named Region I DI Men's Soccer Coach of the Year after leading the Matadors to their fourth consecutive Region I title.

Dale guided the Matadors to a 13-1-2 record and are currently on a 15-match unbeaten streak after beating Yavapai 1-0 in the Region Championship game on Saturday night.

The Matadors went 7-0-2 in conference play and will now look for a fourth consecutive trip to the NJCAA DI Men's Soccer Championship as they head to Utah to take on the winner from Region 18, Snow College, in the West District Championship game on Saturday, November 9, at 1:00 pm.

Dale earns his second straight Coach of the Year honor after winning ACCAC DI Coach of the Year in 2023.