Penn State Harrisburg

Jessie Walker is set to begin her second season as an assistant coach for Penn State Harrisburg's women's soccer program in 2025. 


During her first season as part of head coach Brandon West's staff, the Lions captured the program's third conference championship and earned an NCAA Tournament berth for just the second time in program history. 


A former national champion as a collegiate player at Messiah, Walker was a member of three MAC Commonwealth Conference Championship squads, as the Falcons won titles in 2018, 2019 and 2021. Her sophomore season culminated with 22 wins and an NCAA Division III National Championship victory over William Smith that December. She set the program's single-game record for assists during her freshman campaign and she was named to the MAC All-Sportsmanship Team following her senior year.


After graduation, Walker became a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) to aid athletes in improving their performance, reducing injuries and developing lifelong fitness and movement skills. Her focus is to support and guide athletes in reaching their full potential by fostering a culture of health and excellence, while supporting the team in its growth, individually and collectively, on and off the field.