josh

Joshua Armstrong

Coach Armstrong is entering his 9th year on the GCU coaching staff.  Coach Armstrong was a four year player for Coach Buchanan.  He was a 3 time captain , twice All-Region, an All-American and 3 time Team MVP.  He also spent time playing semi-professional soccer with the Grand Rapids Wanderers.  Josh earned his degree in Business Management from Davenport University and Biblical Studies Degree from Grace Christian University. 

Coach Armstrong transitioned from playing for Coach Buchanan to standing alongside him as a coach immediately after playing where he has been an instrumental part of the GCU success.  His coaching and influence helped see the Tigers to 4 Regional Championships.  Josh, has been nothing short of magnificent coaching keepers but not limited to as he has a major influence in the field as well.  His keepers have earned numerous awards including  1 All-American and  5 All-Region 1st Team awards in 8 years.  His success has had a direct impact on the GCU teams.  Along with his key role on the GCU staff, Coach Armstrong is an assistant coach for United West FC MWPL team.

Coach Armstrong and Coach Josh became brothers in law in 2013 when he married Coach Dustin Buchanan’s younger sister whom he met at Grace Christian University while a student.  Coach Armstrong and his wife Caroline have two beautiful children Joshua and Florence.

"We would not have the success we have without Josh as a player and coach.  He has been such a massive part of us for 12 years.  I was blessed to have him as a player and I am proud to have him as a coach and as family.  He is loyal and does so much for this program. It is hard to quantify the everything he brings and does. His work with field players and keepers are a major reason we have accomplished the defensive records we have. He cares about GCU, the players and has a massive amount of soccer knowledge.   He is an integral part of our amazing staff and all of Grace is blessed to have him here continuing to serve Grace and the Lord.”-Coach Buchanan