In his eight seasons at the Academy, Georgalas has proved to be a valuable asset to the coaching staff both on the field and recruiting trail. After serving as the Offensive Coordinator, Georgalas has assumed responsibilities of the defense for the 2020 season. He will now serve as the Defensive Coordinator as well as overseeing the man-down defense.

Since his arrival at West Point, Georgalas has played an integral role in helping shape the Black Knights’ offense, which averages better than 10 goals per game consistently. Beginning in the 2019-2020, Georgalas will return to his roots coordinating the Army defense.

Throughout his tenure on the banks of the Hudson, Georgalas has worked as the faceoff specialist coach in the past and watched Derek Sipperly ‘12 garner second team All-Patriot League plaudits and the No. 2 spot on Army West Point’s single-season face-off wins list with 171 and Alex Daly, during his sophomore season, was one of the league’s breakout stars at the “x” after a stellar rookie campaign. A first team All-Patriot League performer, Daly finished the season ranked 10th in the nation with a 58.6 face-off win percentage.

During his time as the goalkeeper coach, Georgalas mentored two-time Honorable Mention All-American and three-time All-Patriot League goalkeeper Sam Somers ’15. Somers led the country in goals against average in 2013 and 2014 and was named Patriot League Goalie of the Year in 2015. He tutored AJ Barretto in 2016 in which he became the first rookie to start the opening game of a season since Rick Aguilar in 1991. Barretto finished his career as a four-year starter and a Third Team All-American.

Georgalas spent five years as an assistant coach at his alma mater Cornell University. During his nine years with the Big Red as both a player and assistant coach, Cornell posted a 102-37 record, won outright or shared eight Ivy League titles and made three Final Four appearances, including a run to the National Championship in 2009. During his five years on the sidelines, he helped Cornell post at least 11 wins each season, including a 15-1 showing in 2007.

Georgalas tackled a bevy of responsibilities during his time as an assistant coach, broadening his skills in all areas. On the field, Georgalas was in charge of face-offs and substitutions, while assisting in all facets of the defensive unit. He also served as the staff’s recruiting coordinator.