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Cody Cummings Takes Over as AP/DNH United Head Coach
The new head coach looks to build on the program's success after serving as an assistant under the previous coach.
Mar. 26, 2026 at 2:59pm
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Cody Cummings has been named the new head coach of the AP/DNH United boys soccer team after serving as an assistant under the previous coach, Perry Bernard, who stepped down at the end of last season. Cummings is excited to take over the program and work with the team's young talent, including his own son, as they look to replace nearly every starter from last year's 11-4-1 squad that reached a substate final.
Why it matters
The AP/DNH United boys soccer program has built a strong culture and track record of success under the previous coach, and Cummings' transition into the head coaching role will be crucial in maintaining that momentum and developing the next generation of players.
The details
Cummings, who didn't grow up playing soccer but found a passion for the sport through coaching his own kids, has been an assistant coach with the AP/DNH United program for the past couple of years. He is now tasked with leading the team after Perry Bernard stepped down, and he is excited to work with the team's young talent, including his own son and a promising freshman class. The team will need to replace nearly every starter from last year's 11-4-1 squad, but Cummings is confident in the underclassmen's potential and is focused on instilling a strong work ethic and positive culture.
- The AP/DNH United boys soccer team will begin its season on Monday, March 30 by hosting Clear Lake.
- Cody Cummings has taken over as the new head coach after Perry Bernard stepped down at the end of last season.
The players
Cody Cummings
The new head coach of the AP/DNH United boys soccer team, who previously served as an assistant coach and is excited to build on the program's success.
Perry Bernard
The previous head coach of the AP/DNH United boys soccer team, who stepped down at the end of last season after building a successful program.
Aiden Merrill
The team's junior forward who led the squad with 20 goals scored last year and will be a key returning player for the new head coach.
What they’re saying
“I didn't grow up playing soccer, so I kind grew into it with my kids and found the love for the sport.”
— Cody Cummings, Head Coach
“Lots of bought-in kids, a very good culture of work ethic and support and positivity. And so that was really great to come up under. And now as his sons have graduated and he stepped away from the boys side, it's nice to step into the leadership role there.”
— Cody Cummings, Head Coach
“Last week during spring break, we ran some pretty intense practices, working on injury prevention, fitness, ball work, and just getting the kids to really push themselves and own their journey here.”
— Cody Cummings, Head Coach
What’s next
The team will begin the season on Monday, March 30 by hosting Clear Lake, as Cummings looks to build on the program's past success with a new group of players.
The takeaway
Cody Cummings' transition into the head coaching role for the AP/DNH United boys soccer team will be crucial in maintaining the program's strong culture and developing the next generation of players, as he looks to build on the foundation laid by the previous coach.
