Bethel University Athletics

Carlson is in his third year on the Royal's staff as an assistant coach after a prolific four-year career with the Bethel men's team. As a defenseman, Carlson was a key member of the 2006-07 team that advanced to the second round of the NCAA playoffs. He earned All-MIAC honors both his junior and senior year, while scoring 15 goals and 44 assists for a career total of 59 points. He graduated from Bethel in 2007 with a degree in business finance and is employed by Wells Fargo. Carlson, his wife Alex and son Henry reside in the Lake Elmo area.