ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – New Mexico United announced on Wednesday that Head Coach Eric Quill has accepted the position of Head Coach with FC Dallas of Major League Soccer, following a buyout of Quill’s contract by the MLS side.

Quill joined the club in June, 2023, and led the side to the USL Championship Playoffs in the final weekend of the season. This past season, that growth continued, as Quill guided the Black & Yellow to single-season highs in wins (18), points (59), and league position in club history as United finished first in the Western Conference in the regular season.

The club also achieved success in the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, defeating Real Salt Lake on its way to the tournament’s Quarterfinals.

“In his two seasons with the club, Eric led us to a new level of success on the field,” said New Mexico United Owner/CEO Peter Trevisani. “More importantly, Eric brought a winning mentality and mindset to our organization. His impact on our organization, fans, and the community that he embraced as his own will always be a part of our club. Being a head coach in the MLS is an incredible opportunity and we are excited for Eric, Susan, and their young children. I believe Eric will be coaching the USMNT one day I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds.”

“Coaching New Mexico United has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career,” said Quill. “The passion of the fans, the commitment of the players, and the support of the organization made this a special chapter in my life. I would like to thank Peter Trevisani and the ownership group of New Mexico United.  It’s rare to be able to work with an owner who loves the club and is connected to the community with humility and genuineness.  This passion, alongside the vision and strategy of Itamar Keinan and the leadership of Club President Ron Patel, makes me confident that New Mexico United will be a future champion, and when they are, I will celebrate like no other."

A native of Texas, Quill played for FC Dallas during his career and was the first Head Coach of North Texas SC when it launched in USL League One for the 2019 season. He led NTSC to the 2019 USL League One title, earning Coach of the Year honors.

This season he has been nominated for the USL Championship’s Coach of the Year award and departs the club having posted a 28-21-10 record across the regular season and playoffs during his tenure.

“We are incredibly proud of Eric and grateful for the contributions he has made to our club and our state,” added United Sporting Director Itamar Keinan. “His dedication to our players, our fans, and our community has been unwavering. While we will miss his leadership, we are excited to see him take this next step and wish him, Susan, and the entire Quill family every success in Dallas.”

New Mexico United and FC Dallas have come to an agreement on a buyout of Quill’s contract with United. New Mexico United has begun the process of selecting a new head coach ahead of the 2025 season.