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BUCKHANNON – The West Virginia Wesleyan College Athletic Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Holden Talton as the head coach for its women’s soccer program.
Talton was added to the Wesleyan men’s soccer coaching staff as an assistant coach in 2022 and became the interim head coach in 2024 after the departure of Josh Spencer. When Glenn Francis was hired as the men’s soccer head coach at the beginning of the 2024 season, Talton became an associate head coach for the men.
“I am beyond excited to step into the role of head coach for this exemplary women’s program,” Talton said. “It’s an honor to lead such a talented group of athletes who are not only committed to the game but also to supporting one another on and off the field. Together, we will build a winning culture centered on work ethic, accountability, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. I am looking forward to working with the team, pushing boundaries, and achieving great things together.”
Talton’s playing career began with the West Virginia United Soccer Club from 2007-2013. In high school, Talton was named First-Team OVAC his senior season in 2015 at University High School in Morgantown, W.Va. A four-year varsity starter, Talton’s high school career was highlighted by a 2012 sectional championship. At Wesleyan, Talton was a member of the 2017 Mountain East Conference championship squad.
Most recently, Talton was the Director of Valley Futsal Club during the winter of 2022. The Morgantown native was Valley Soccer Junior Academy’s Director from 2020-2022 and a coach for Valley Soccer Academy U10 and U12 girls’ teams from 2019-2022. Currently, he is a club coach with FC Alliance.
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