Jacob Bushue

Biography

A national champion at Indiana in 2012, Jacob Bushue joined head coach Todd Yeagley’s staff as an assistant coach in 2025. “Having lived the Indiana soccer experience as a player, Jacob understands the expectations and pride that come with serving this program,” IU head coach Todd Yeagley said. “Jacob is one of the most competitive players I have had the pleasure to coach, and that played a role in helping us capture our eighth NCAA title in 2012. “Jacob’s love and passion for the game have helped him become an excellent young coach. His coaching journey has been shaped by his professional experiences in Europe and the United States. I am confident Jacob will have a significant impact on the development of our players and help sustain our program’s proud Tradition of Excellence.” Bushue returns to Bloomington after two seasons on John Michael Hayden’s staff at Louisville. During his time at Louisville, Bushue worked with the coaching staff to recruit athletes, scout opposing teams, plan training sessions and execute the activation phase of training. Prior to Louisville, Bushue enjoyed a nine-year professional career. Out of college, Bushue spent two seasons with Saint Louis FC in the USL Championship from 2015-16. Bushue then played in Finland from 2017-22 between four clubs – BK-46, Ekenäs IF, FC Haka and Jaro. He returned stateside and to the USL Championship in 2023 for one season with the Las Vegas Lights. Bushue played for Yeagley from 2010-13 and helped the program capt