Clark University

Jack Cohen, an outstanding midfielder and defensive player, was a four-year starter and two-year captain on the men’s soccer team. He was named to the All-New England team in 1971 and 1972.

His sophomore and junior years he played in the All-New England All-Star game for the college division, which played annually against the university division at the end of the season. Cohen led the soccer team in scoring his senior season with twelve goals.

Cohen also participated one year in the basketball program. He received the Hebert Award in 1974, which is annually awarded to the outstanding senior male athlete who has made a significant contribution to the intercollegiate athletic program and whose dedication and performance have enriched the tradition of Clark Athletics.

Following graduation, Cohen coached the Clark men’s soccer team to a 6-6-1 record in 1975. He went on to play on several semi-pro teams in Massachusetts and California from 1976-1984. Cohen was inducted into the Dutchess County New York Soccer Hall of Fame in 1984.

Cohen is a graduate of the University of San Diego Law School. He is an active member of the community and bicycled from Cape Cod to San Diego in 1976 to raise money for the Heart Fund.