Former Judson men’s soccer player Ricardo (Kiki) Salazar will be in his fifth season as an assistant coach for Freddie King. He will be helping with various duties, including goalkeepers.

Salazar, a Judson alumn, played three seasons for the Eagles in 1991 through 1993. In 1991 and 1992, the team won NCCAA National Championships and then were the national runner-ups in 1993. He was also a member of the NCCAA Nationals All-Tournament team and a NIIC All-Conference selection in both 1992 and 1993.

Salazar is also a member of the International panel of soccer referees. He is one of six FIFA referees here in the United States. He is working his 10th year as a referee in MLS (Major League Soccer). He also referees at the college level in the Big Ten and the ACC.

Salazar and his wife Jennifer are the resident directors of Lindner Towers on campus. The Salazar’s are the parents of daughter’s Isabella and Illiana.