Henderson joins Sandburg Foundation as athletic development & engagement officer

GALESBURG — Lucas Henderson, who has several years of college athletics experience as a coach, has joined the staff of the Carl Sandburg College Foundation as athletic development and engagement officer.

 

In his role, Henderson will connect with Chargers alumni and supporters to elevate the opportunities and experiences available to Sandburg student-athletes.

 

Prior to joining the Sandburg Foundation, Henderson served as the women’s soccer coach at Monmouth College from 2021-26. Henderson also has experience in NJCAA Region 4 athletics, having served as the inaugural coach of the women’s soccer program at Bryant & Stratton (Wis.) College from 2017-20.

 

“I’m thrilled to be part of the Sandburg family, and I’m joining at a very exciting time to be a Charger,” Henderson said. “With construction of the Charger Center on the horizon, we’re about to enter a new chapter of Sandburg athletics. I’m looking forward to finding ways to help our student-athletes succeed and connecting with Chargers alumni and fans to develop new ways to support our programs.”

 

Henderson has a bachelor’s in history from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and earned a master’s in sport management from UW-Parkside. A native of Sheboygan, Wis., Henderson lives in Rock Island with his wife Allie and their daughter Monroe.

 

“We’re incredibly excited to have Lucas as part of our team at Sandburg,” Vice President of Advancement Eric Johnson said. “With his collegiate coaching background, Lucas understands the value of what it means to be a student-athlete, the importance of having a strong alumni presence and the significant impact the community makes in supporting an athletics program.”