Faulkner University Men's Soccer Recruiting
Faulkner UniversityMen's SoccerNAIASouthern States Athletic ConferenceMontgomery, AL2027 recruiting class
Faulkner University Men's Soccer is an NAIA program in the Southern States Athletic Conference, based in Montgomery, AL with about 1,549 undergraduates. Massey Ratings rank the program 26 by Massey Ratings (22 of 141 ranked programs in our database) in NAIA men's soccer, which puts it in Inkbound's high competitiveness tier. Gabriel de Queiroz is the head coach, working with 4 other listed staff members, and verified email is available for 2 of 5 coaches after signup.
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Program snapshot
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Division | NAIA |
| Conference | Southern States Athletic Conference |
| Location | Montgomery, AL |
| Massey rank | 26 by Massey Ratings (22 of 141 ranked programs in our database) in NAIA men's soccer |
| Competitiveness tier | High Ranked in the top 35 percent of Massey rated programs in its division and gender. |
| Undergraduates | 1,549 |
| Official roster | Faulkner University men's soccer roster |
Coaching staff
Coach names and roles are public information. Inkbound provides the verified email address and a drafted introduction after signup.
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Gabriel de Queiroz | Head Coach |
| Matt Tarpley | Assistant Coach (Recruiting Coordinator) |
| Caio Guilherme | Assistant Coach |
| Fahel Matos | Assistant Coach |
| Paulo Alves | Assistant Coach |
How to approach this coaching staff
Start with Gabriel de Queiroz, the head coach. Faulkner University carries a larger men's soccer staff, with one recruiting coordinator and 3 assistant coaches listed beside the head coach. On staffs this size recruiting is usually split, so address the head coach and include the recruiting coordinator.
As general context, NAIA programs may offer athletic scholarships and follow more flexible recruiting contact rules than the NCAA, so coaches can speak with recruits earlier and more directly. Faulkner University ranks in the upper part of its division, so the staff has options; explain in one line why this school and this roster fit you, not just that you want to play college soccer.
Faulkner University is a small school on an urban campus with about 1,549 undergraduates. On a campus this size the men's soccer staff usually knows the admissions office well, so academic fit comes up early in the conversation. The acceptance rate is 75 percent, and the middle ACT range is 18 to 21, so include your grades and any test scores in the first message.
Inkbound has verified email addresses for 2 of the 5 coaches listed for Faulkner University men's soccer and drafts the introduction after signup, sent from your own Gmail so replies come back to you. Put your graduation year, club, and position in the subject line so the men's staff can sort your message quickly.
Recruiting difficulty
Massey Ratings place Faulkner University men's soccer at 26 by Massey Ratings (22 of 141 ranked programs in our database) among ranked programs in NAIA men's soccer. That places it ahead of roughly 84 percent of ranked programs in the division, comfortably in the upper part of the table.
Inkbound labels the program High tier. Ranked in the top 35 percent of Massey rated programs in its division and gender. For a typical recruit that means real competition for roster spots. The staff has options and reads for fit, so players with clear video and a specific reason for choosing this school tend to get answers.
Inkbound's composite strength score for the program is 61 out of 100, where higher means stronger recent results relative to other NAIA men's programs.
Academics and cost at Faulkner University
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 75 percent |
| Graduation rate | 38 percent |
| Average net price | $22,085 per year |
| Tuition | $23,920 |
| ACT range | 18 to 21 |
| Top majors | Business, Criminal Justice and Safety Studies, Human Resources, Liberal Arts and Humanities, Elementary Education, Sport and Fitness Management |
| Setting | Urban |
Roster
The official Faulkner University men's soccer roster is published by the athletics department and is the source for current players, positions, and hometowns.
Inkbound tracks the coaching staff, division, conference, and rating data for this program. Roster composition and class year needs come from the school, so ask the staff directly about openings in your position.
27 players on the 2025 roster: 12 defenders, 5 midfielders, 7 forwards, 3 goalkeepers. 21 international players.
| No. | Name | Position | Class | Hometown | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | Mateo Amaya | Goalkeeper | Sophomore | Bogota, Colombia | 5'7" |
| 25 | Juan D. Bolaño | Defender | Junior | Santa Marta, Colombia | 6'0" |
| 27 | Braylon Anderson | Defender | Sophomore | Alabaster, AL | 6'3" |
| 29 | Jacob Anderson | Forward | Sophomore | Spanish Fort, AL | 5'10" |
| 30 | Rafael Maurano | Defender | Senior | São Paulo, Brazil | 6'0" |
| 32 | Wesley Peake | Defender | Freshman | Montgomery, AL | 5'10" |
| 33 | Lucas Maurano | Forward | Senior | São Paulo, Brazil | 5'11" |
| 34 | Cooper Landry | Defender | Freshman | Trussville, AL | 5'10" |
| 34 | Diego Yamashitafuji | Forward | Junior | São Paulo, Brazil | 5'8" |
| 35 | Adrián Sicilia | Midfielder | Sophomore | Guatemala City, Guatemala | 5'6" |
| 36 | Santiago Gonzalez Valenzuela | Midfielder | Freshman | Bogota, Colombia | 5'6" |
| 37 | Emiliano Flores | Midfielder | Freshman | Santiago, Chile | 5'6" |
| 38 | Angel Villalobos | Defender | Sophomore | Mexico City, Mexico | 6'0" |
| 39 | Marcus Causey | Forward | Freshman | Montgomery, AL | 5'7" |
| 41 | Gianmarco Re | Forward | Freshman | Milano, Italy | 5'9" |
| 43 | Diego Garces | Defender | Freshman | Santiago, Chile | 6'4" |
| 45 | Pedro Trindade | Forward | Sophomore | São Paulo, Brazil | 5'8" |
| 46 | Pedro Vaiano | Forward | Freshman | São Paulo, Brazil | 5'11" |
| 47 | Alison Lopez | Defender | Junior | São Paulo, Brazil | 6'4" |
| 50 | Anton Matanovic | Defender | Senior | Henstedt-Ulzburg, Germany | 5'10" |
| 55 | Rahul Rajeev | Defender | Junior | Manama, Bahrain | 5'9" |
| 56 | Maxi Fanego | Midfielder | Senior | Asuncion, Paraguay | 5'6" |
| 57 | Ashlet Savier | Defender | Freshman | Manama, Bahrain | 5'5" |
| 59 | Arthur Dias Klostermann | Midfielder | Freshman | Joinville, Brazil | 5'8" |
| 60 | Bernardo Figueiredo | Defender | Freshman | Salvador, Brazil | 5'7" |
| 86 | Alejandro Sojo | Goalkeeper | Freshman | Santiago, Chile | 6'0" |
| 90 | Harrison Shiner | Goalkeeper | Sophomore | Huntsville, AL | 6'2" |
Results and schedule
Upcoming games
| Date | Opponent | Site | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 22, 2026 | New College of Florida | Home | Montgomery, Ala./Billy D. Hilyer Stadium |
| August 27, 2026 | SCAD-Savannah | Away | Mobile, Ala. / The Jungle |
| August 29, 2026 | Louisiana Christian University | Away | Mobile, Ala. / The Jungle |
| September 4, 2026 | St. Thomas University (Fla.) | Away | Marietta, Ga. / Lupo Family Field |
| September 6, 2026 | Keiser University | Away | Marietta, Ga. / Lupo Family Field |
| September 11, 2026 | Dalton State College | Away | Dalton, Ga. / Dalton Stadium |
| September 13, 2026 | Life University | Away | Marietta, Ga. / Lupo Family Field |
| September 17, 2026 | Xavier University of Louisiana | Home | Montgomery, Ala./Billy D. Hilyer Stadium |
| September 19, 2026 | William Carey University (Miss.) | Home | Montgomery, Ala./Billy D. Hilyer Stadium |
| September 24, 2026 | Brewton-Parker College | Home | Montgomery, Ala./Billy D. Hilyer Stadium |
Facility
Dalraida Soccer Complex
- Surface
- turf and grass fields
- Opened
- 2009
A six-acre off-campus facility located off campus, once home to a neighborhood park and swimming facility, donated to the university in 2009. The facility serves as a training ground and alternate site for varsity and reserve squad games for both soccer programs.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Faulkner University a Division I soccer school?
- No, Faulkner University men's soccer competes in NAIA, not NCAA Division I, as a member of the Southern States Athletic Conference.
- Does Faulkner University men's soccer offer athletic scholarships?
- Yes. As an NAIA program, Faulkner University men's soccer can offer athletic aid; amounts vary by program and are often combined with academic awards.
- Who is the head coach of Faulkner University men's soccer?
- Gabriel de Queiroz is the head coach of Faulkner University men's soccer, leading a listed staff of 5.
- How competitive is Faulkner University men's soccer?
- Faulkner University men's soccer is ranked 26 by Massey Ratings (22 of 141 ranked programs in our database) in NAIA men's soccer by Massey Ratings, which places it in Inkbound's high competitiveness tier.
- How much does Faulkner University cost?
- The average net price at Faulkner University after aid is $22,085 per year and tuition is $23,920.
- What is the acceptance rate at Faulkner University?
- Faulkner University accepts about 75 percent of applicants.
- How do I contact the Faulkner University men's soccer coaches?
- Inkbound lists 5 coaches for Faulkner University men's soccer and provides verified email for 2 of them, along with a drafted introduction, after signup.
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