With an overall 75-58-10 overall collegiate coaching record, Bruce Palmbaum brings a wealth of coaching experience and a strong history of program turnarounds.
Palmbaum arrives in Price, Utah, following a highly successful tenure at Kansas Wesleyan University, where he led the Coyotes to a 24-11-5 record over two seasons. Under his leadership, KWU made its first national tournament appearance in six years and received the NAIA Champion of Character Team award. His impact was immediate, guiding the program to a record-breaking turnaround, elevating them from a national ranking of #246 in 2022 to a top thirty position in 2024. In addition to his on-field achievements, Palmbaum prioritized academic excellence, overseeing 22 Daktronics scholar-athletes in 2024 and maintaining a 3.4 team GPA.
Palmbaum's coaching career spans decades, with previous roles at institutions such as Stephens College (NAIA), Northern Michigan University (NCAA D2), and the University of Tulsa (NCAA D1), where he served as head men’s and women’s coach. His coaching experience extends beyond the collegiate level, including stints with professional clubs like the Reno Rattlers (USISL) and international academy coaching at Estudiantes de La Plata in Argentina.
Palmbaum's playing career includes professional stints domestically and overseas. He played collegiately at UCLA and the University of Oregon. He holds a USSF “A” Coaching License and international coaching certifications. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Oregon and Master of Arts degree from the University of Tulsa.
In his free time, he likes to ski, snowboard and fly fish. Palmbaum’s only son is currently the men’s head soccer coach at Kansas Wesleyan University.
