NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Lipscomb University Women's Soccer Head Coach Dr. Kathleen Paulsen announced the addition of Renny Buchanan to the Bisons coaching staff as Assistant Coach beginning Thursday, May 28.
Buchanan joins the program with an impressive combination of collegiate, semi-professional, and international playing experience along with a strong commitment to faith-based leadership and student-athlete development.
"I am so excited to welcome Renny to the staff, Said Paulsen. "She brings a tremendous range of experience, from collegiate soccer to international professional play in the backline, and will be a huge asset to our players and program. Renny is also very analytical in the way she teaches and understands the game, helping players grow both tactically and confidently on the field. Even more important than her soccer background is her love for Jesus and her commitment to following the Lord. Her faith is evident in the way she leads, serves, and invests in others, and I know she will make a meaningful impact on our athletes both on and off the field."
Buchanan was a two-time All-American and team captain at John Brown University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Following her standout career at JBU, she utilized her fifth year of eligibility at South Dakota State University, helping lead the Jackrabbits to a conference tournament championship and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament while studying Spanish.
Most recently, Buchanan competed professionally for Dimas Escazú in Costa Rica's first division, gaining experience in a highly technical and possession-oriented style of play as a center back.
In addition to her collegiate and professional success, Buchanan spent three summers competing with the Charlotte Eagles semi-professional team, where she also demonstrated leadership off the field by leading Bible studies for teammates. Her dedication to integrating faith and athletics has remained a consistent theme throughout her playing and coaching journey.
Buchanan's diverse background across NAIA, NCAA Division I, semi-professional, and international professional soccer, along with her engineering background and Spanish proficiency, brings a unique and valuable perspective to the Bisons program in preparation for the 2026 season.
