Bigg steps down as Dragons Head Coach

Melissa Bigg has resigned as Head Women's Soccer Coach for Tiffin University.
Melissa Bigg has resigned as Head Women's Soccer Coach for Tiffin University.

Melissa Bigg has resigned as Head Women's Soccer coach at Tiffin University, leaving to pursue other career opportunities.  

According to Tiffin University Athletic Director Lonny Allen, "I want to thank Melissa for her nine years of service. It has been a privilege to watch her grow as a professional and as a person. She has dedicated her time here to the growth of our student athletes and we cannot thank her enough for that. We wish her the best in her future endeavors and know that she will be successful in whatever she does."

"I would first like to thank the amazing ladies in the soccer program. They have provided me with memories that I will always cherish. It has been a great experience coaching at Tiffin. I would also like to thank Lonny Allen and the athletic administration for the opportunities and support they have provided me," said Bigg.

Bigg served as head coach six years for the Dragons, guiding the team since 2014. She was also a TU women's soccer assistant coach for three years prior to becoming head coach. Her best season came in 2017 when the Dragons finished 8-10-1 overall and 4th in the GLIAC. She coached 10 All Conference honorees while also promoting excellence in the classroom, where her teams were named multiple United Soccer Coaches National Team Academic Award winners.