Jenna Zuniga joined the Stan State men’s soccer coaching staff after a successful playing career that included professional stops in Germany and Sweden and a decorated collegiate career with the Warriors.
In addition to her role at Stan State, Zuniga coaches with Academica Jrs., where she works with the club’s U15 Girls and U19 N1 Girls teams.
Before entering the coaching ranks, Zuniga played professionally in Europe. She spent the 2023–24 season with SC Sand in Germany’s 2. Bundesliga, making 28 appearances. Zuniga began her professional career with Mallbackens IF in Sweden’s Elitettan during the 2022 season. She appeared in all 26 matches and was named the club’s Most Valuable Player.
Zuniga played collegiately at Stan State from 2017–21. During her Warrior career, she earned All-CCAA First Team honors as a senior and received All-West Region recognition. She was also a multiple-time All-CCAA Honorable Mention selection.
Her accomplishments at Stan State extended beyond the field. Zuniga served as President of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and was recognized as a Presidential Scholar.
A native of Manteca, California, Zuniga graduated from East Union High School in 2017. During her prep career, she helped East Union capture back-to-back league and section championships during her freshman and sophomore seasons.
Zuniga played club soccer for Davis Legacy, helping the program win three State Cup championships and a West Regional championship. Her youth career was highlighted by a national championship in Colorado in 2016.
