USA TAEKWONDO LAUNCHES GLOBAL SEARCH FOR WORLD-CLASS HIGH-PERFORMANCE COACH

USA TAEKWONDO LAUNCHES GLOBAL SEARCH FOR WORLD-CLASS HIGH-PERFORMANCE COACH

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 11, 2024

Charlotte, NC – USA Taekwondo is launching a worldwide search for an exceptional high-performance sparring coach to join its rapidly rising national program. This is a full-time position based in Charlotte, North Carolina, working inside one of the most forward-thinking and ambitious Olympic programs in the world.

We are looking aggressively both domestically and internationally. This search is truly global and reflects the standard the organization has set as World Taekwondo's #1-ranked Member National Association in both 2024 and 2025.

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience, international pedigree, and performance history.

What We Are Looking For

USA Taekwondo is seeking a coach with:

• Impeccable international pedigree
• A proven track record of success at the highest level of World Taekwondo competition
• A reputation for integrity, professionalism, and unimpeachable character
• A positive, team-first attitude and an unwavering drive to be the best in the world
• The ability to thrive in a collaborative, athlete-centered high-performance environment
• A modern approach to the current game that brings fresh tactical and technical insights
• An understanding of integrated sport science and the ability to work with expert providers in strength & conditioning, nutrition, and sport psychology among others, to build and execute individualized athlete development plans
• A hunger to build on the momentum of one of the sport's fastest-advancing nations

If applying from outside the United States and/or without an existing U.S. work permit, candidates must have no impediments to obtaining lawful authorization to work in the United States. USA Taekwondo will support the visa process for exceptional applicants.

The Role

This position will work as part of an elite coaching team under the leadership of Paul Green, USA Taekwondo Coaching Director, alongside:

• Gareth Brown, U.S. Olympic Team Coach
• Stephen Lambdin, U.S. Olympic Team Coach
• Cadet, Junior, and Paralympic National Team Coaches
• Future coaching staff additions as the program continues to expand

The new hire will be a key part of this coaching group, strengthening the bench and elevating athlete performance.

Selection Process

The hiring decision will be made by USA Taekwondo CEO Steve McNally, with advisory input from:

• Paul Green, Coaching Director
• Gareth Brown, Olympic Coach
• Stephen Lambdin, Olympic Coach
• Carol Lewis, Olympian and Chair of the USA Taekwondo Board of Directors

This group will help ensure the selected coach not only meets the technical and competitive demands of elite coaching, but also aligns with the cultural, ethical, athlete safety and professional standards that define USA Taekwondo's high-performance environment.

USA Taekwondo CEO Steve McNally said, "USA Taekwondo is moving into a pivotal era. With LA 2028 on the horizon and Brisbane 2032 already in our sights, we are building a program in Charlotte designed for sustained excellence at the very highest level. To get there, we are looking for the strongest people globally in both coaching expertise and personal character. Team USA athletes deserve world-class leadership, and this search reflects our commitment to that standard. We are building now for the next decade, and the right coach will help shape that future and influence our success."

Next Steps

If you have the pedigree, the hunger, and the character to help shape the future of Team USA Taekwondo, or if you know someone who does, we want to hear from you.

Inquiries and expressions of interest should be sent to Steve McNally (smcnally@usatkd.org) and will be accepted until January 15, 2026. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis with an appointment expected in Q1 2026.

About USA Taekwondo

USA Taekwondo is the National Governing Body for Taekwondo in the U.S., recognized by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee and World Taekwondo. The organization is responsible for the selection, training and funding of U.S. teams for the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, World Championships, and other international competition, while serving its members through leadership, resources, and opportunities in taekwondo. USATKD supports athletes and officials from grassroots to elite levels, offering programs that build champions on and off the mat.