CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Citadel Director of Athletics Mike Capaccio and Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Jody Huddleston have announced Marie Domin as the Bulldogs' new Cross Country Head Coach.
 
"We are thrilled to welcome Coach Domin to The Citadel family as our new head cross country coach. Coach Domin brings a wealth of experience, a proven track record of success, and a deep commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the course," Capaccio said. "We are confident that under Coach Domin's leadership, our cross country program will continue to excel and uphold the values of discipline, integrity, and excellence that define The Citadel."
 
Before coming to The Citadel, Domin was the Boys' and Girls' Head Cross Country coach and assistant Track coach at Lucy Beckham High School from 2021-24. She coached a state champion in the 800 meters while coordinating schedules, developing workout programs, and analyzing stats to improve her runners.
 
"We are excited to announce the appointment of Coach Domin as our new head cross country coach. With Coach Domin's extensive experience and passion for the sport, we are confident that our cross country team will reach new heights," Huddleston said. "We look forward to seeing the positive impact she will have on our cadet-student-athletes and the overall program."
 
She was the 4A State Cross Country Coach of the Year in 2009 and 2011. She coached individual state champions in the 4x800 (South Carolina State Record), 800, 1600, and 3200.
 
"I look forward to helping Citadel athletes develop grit, tenacity, and a growth mindset that will propel their athletic and academic careers," Domin said. "The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare. The Bulldogs will be proud and prepared."
 
Domin was a cross country and track & field student-athlete at Virginia Commonwealth University. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in English from VCU in 2000 and received her Master of Fine Arts in Secondary English Education from VCU in 2001.
 
A native of Yorktown, Virginia, Domin and her husband have a daughter.
 
Coaching Career
2021-24              Lucy Beckham High School          Head Cross Country/Assistant Track Coach
2017-21              Oceanside Collegiate Academy  Head Cross Country Coach
2006-14              Wando High School                      Girls Head Cross Country Coach and Track Coach
2006-07              Stall High School                            Head Cross Country Coach
2001-06              West Potomac High School         Assistant Cross Country and Track Coach.