[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 24 (Tuesday, February 3, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Pages S468-S469]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO DOUG ALLISON

 Mr. SCOTT of South Carolina. Mr. President, as the junior 
Senator from the great State of South Carolina, it is my honor today to 
recognize and celebrate the extraordinary career of Doug Allison, who 
is retiring after 31 remarkable years as the head coach of the Furman 
University men's soccer program.
  Coach Allison's tenure at Furman represents one of the most 
successful coaching careers in collegiate soccer history. With a career 
record of 365 wins, 175 losses, and 77 ties, he stands as the 
winningest coach in Southern Conference history, a true testament to 
his talent, leadership, and commitment to excellence over three 
decades.
  Under Coach Allison's guidance, the Furman Paladins have achieved 
unprecedented success. He led the program to 12 Southern Conference 
regular season titles, 11 conference tournament championships, and 11 
NCAA Tournament appearances. His final season, though, may have been 
his finest. With a record of 16-2-5, he steered the team to win both 
the regular season and tournament titles, as well as the school's 
first-ever appearance in the NCAA Men's College Cup, finishing the 
season ranked third in the Nation.
  Beyond wins and championships, Coach Allison has been a mentor and 
developer of young talent. During his 31 seasons, he produced 151 All-
Southern Conference selections, 31 All-Americans, 15 United Soccer 
Coaches Scholar All-Americans, and 9 MLS draft picks. His influence 
extended far beyond college soccer. Three of his former players went on 
to represent the U.S. National Soccer Team and scored in the FIFA World 
Cup competition, bringing honor to Furman University and the Palmetto 
State.
  Coach Allison's impact on Furman University, the Southern Conference, 
and collegiate soccer cannot be overstated. He has built a legacy of 
excellence, integrity, and leadership that will inspire future 
generations of student-athletes.

[[Page S469]]

  I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Coach Doug Allison 
on his 31 years of service to Furman University and wishing him all the 
best in his well-deserved retirement.

                          ____________________