High Point University Men's Soccer Recruiting
High Point UniversityMen's SoccerNCAA Division IBig South ConferenceHigh Point, NC2027 recruiting class
High Point University Men's Soccer is an NCAA Division I program in the Big South Conference, based at a private school in High Point, NC with about 5,129 undergraduates. Massey Ratings rank the program 6 by Massey Ratings (6 of 206 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I men's soccer, which puts it in Inkbound's elite competitiveness tier. Zach Haines is the head coach, working with 8 other listed staff members, and verified email is available for 9 of 9 coaches after signup.
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Program snapshot
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Division | NCAA Division I |
| Conference | Big South Conference |
| Location | High Point, NC |
| Massey rank | 6 by Massey Ratings (6 of 206 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I men's soccer |
| Competitiveness tier | Elite Ranked in the top 10 percent of Massey rated programs in its division and gender. |
| School type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 5,129 |
| Official roster | High Point 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 |
|---|---|
| Zach Haines | Head Coach |
| Josh Gillon | Associate Head Coach |
| Mason Marcey | Associate Head Coach |
| Johnny Fenwick | Assistant Coach |
| Leah Bwolf | Assistant Coach |
| Matt Price | Assistant Coach |
| Matthew Strohecker | Assistant Coach |
| Taylor Johnson | Assistant Coach |
| Toney Anderson | Assistant Coach |
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How to approach this coaching staff
Start with Zach Haines, the head coach. High Point University carries a larger men's soccer staff, with 2 associate head coaches and 6 assistant coaches listed beside the head coach. On staffs this size recruiting is usually split, so address the head coach and include the assistant most likely to run recruiting.
As general context, NCAA Division I is the highest level of college soccer. D1 programs may offer athletic scholarships, and most D1 rosters are largely settled a year or more before a recruiting class enrolls. For a program ranked where High Point University sits, expect the staff to be evaluating early and hearing from many players, so lead with your strongest verifiable results and a short highlight link.
High Point University is a private mid sized school on an urban campus with about 5,129 undergraduates. At a mid sized school the men's soccer staff typically works with admissions but does not control it, so have your transcript ready when a coach asks. The acceptance rate is 75 percent, and the middle SAT range is 1110 to 1320, so include your grades and any test scores in the first message.
Inkbound has verified email addresses for 9 of the 9 coaches listed for High Point 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 High Point University men's soccer at 6 by Massey Ratings (6 of 206 ranked programs in our database) among ranked programs in NCAA Division I men's soccer. That places it ahead of roughly 97 percent of ranked programs in the division, at the very top of the table.
Inkbound labels the program Elite tier. Ranked in the top 10 percent of Massey rated programs in its division and gender. For a typical recruit that means the staff can be selective, hears from many players, and usually fills a class early. A first email needs verifiable results, video, and a clear academic profile to get a reply.
Inkbound's composite strength score for the program is 98 out of 100, where higher means stronger recent results relative to other NCAA Division I men's programs.
Academics and cost at High Point University
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 75 percent |
| Graduation rate | 72 percent |
| Average net price | $38,707 per year |
| Tuition | $45,312 |
| SAT range | 1110 to 1320 |
| ACT range | 24 to 33 |
| Top majors | Business, Communications, Marketing, Psychology, Biology, Kinesiology and Exercise Science |
| Setting | Urban |
Roster
The official High Point 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 2026 roster: 9 defenders, 8 midfielders, 7 forwards, 3 goalkeepers. 5 international players.
| No. | Name | Position | Class | Hometown | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Caleb Trogdon | Goalkeeper | Sophomore | Oak Ridge, NC | 6'1" |
| 1 | Josh Caron | Goalkeeper | Graduate | Palm Harbor, FL | 6'0" |
| 2 | Kieran Smith | Defender | Freshman | Manhattan, NY | 6'0" |
| 3 | Desmond Mensah | Defender | Sophomore | Accra, Ghana | 6'3" |
| 5 | Ashton Miles | Defender | Sophomore | Fullerton, CA | 6'4" |
| 6 | Koven Johnson | Midfielder | Junior | Pittsburgh, PA | 5'9" |
| 7 | Nick Sarantakos | Forward | Freshman | Williamsburg, VA | 6'0" |
| 8 | Bernardo Raposo | Midfielder | Sophomore | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 6'1" |
| 9 | Daniel Lugo | Forward | Senior | Saint Petersburg, FL | 6'2" |
| 10 | Anthony Ramirez | Midfielder | Senior | Thomasville, NC | 5'9" |
| 11 | Enzo Rekka | Forward | Sophomore | Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina | 6'1" |
| 12 | Lucas Kelly | Defender | Graduate | Wake Forest, NC | 6'0" |
| 14 | Prosper Adagani | Forward | Sophomore | Techiman, Ghana | 5'11" |
| 15 | Roman Holt | Defender | Senior | Tampa, FL | 6'3" |
| 16 | Noah Behrmann | Midfielder | Senior | Charlotte, NC | 5'10" |
| 17 | Ryan Behrmann | Defender | Junior | Charlotte, NC | 6'2" |
| 18 | Alfred Baafi | Forward | Senior | Techiman, Ghana | 5'8" |
| 19 | Noah Joseph | Midfielder | Graduate | Lake Oswego, OR | 6'0" |
| 21 | James Vandehei | Defender | Senior | Alexandria, VA | 6'2" |
| 22 | Jackson Stephens | Midfielder | Freshman | Boise, ID | 6'1" |
| 23 | John Killgore Jr.. | Defender | Senior | Hobe Sound, FL | 5'10" |
| 24 | Aidan Morrison | Midfielder | Senior | Denver, NC | 6'1" |
| 25 | Kingston Genot | Forward | Freshman | Lakewood Ranch, FL | 5'10" |
| 26 | Josh Nwokeji | Forward | Junior | Jonesboro, AR | 5'7" |
| 27 | Aiden Bazzell | Defender | Junior | Prosper, TX | 6'2" |
| 28 | Jacob McDowell | Midfielder | Sophomore | Chapel Hill, NC | 6'2" |
| 37 | Connor Kirkpatrick | Goalkeeper | Freshman | Ashburn, VA | 5'10" |
Results and schedule
Recent results
| Result | Date | Opponent | Site | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | August 12, 2026 | Wofford | Away | 2 to 0 |
| Win | August 8, 2026 | Furman | Away | 1 to 0 |
Upcoming games
| Date | Opponent | Site | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 15, 2026 | Queens U. (N.C.) | Home | High Point, N.C. |
| August 20, 2026 | LIU | Home | High Point, N.C. |
| August 24, 2026 | Virginia | Away | Charlottesville, Va. |
| August 29, 2026 | Maryland | Away | College Park, Md. |
| September 2, 2026 | VCU | Home | High Point, N.C. |
| September 7, 2026 | South Carolina | Away | Columbia, S.C. |
| September 11, 2026 | Georgetown | Away | Washington, D.C. |
| September 15, 2026 | Davidson | Away | Davidson, N.C. |
| September 19, 2026 | Gardner-Webb | Home | High Point, N.C. |
| September 25, 2026 | Guilford | Home | High Point, N.C. |
Facility
Vert Stadium
- Capacity
- 3,000
- Surface
- FieldTurf Core
- Location
- High Point, NC
- Opened
- 2007
Reopened in 2007, Vert Stadium has received consistent upgrades to become one of the best facilities in the nation for track and field, soccer and lacrosse. The facility features chair-back seating for 1,100 with capacity for over 3,000, a nine-lane Beynon track surface with wide-radius turns installed in 2021, FieldTurf Core installed in 2019 and resurfaced in 2025, a full video board, and lighting for night play.
Frequently asked questions
- Is High Point University a Division I soccer school?
- Yes, High Point University men's soccer competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Big South Conference.
- Does High Point University men's soccer offer athletic scholarships?
- Yes. As an NCAA Division I program, High Point University men's soccer can offer athletic aid; amounts vary by program, and most awards are partial scholarships combined with academic and need based aid.
- Who is the head coach of High Point University men's soccer?
- Zach Haines is the head coach of High Point University men's soccer, leading a listed staff of 9.
- How competitive is High Point University men's soccer?
- High Point University men's soccer is ranked 6 by Massey Ratings (6 of 206 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I men's soccer by Massey Ratings, which places it in Inkbound's elite competitiveness tier.
- How much does High Point University cost?
- The average net price at High Point University after aid is $38,707 per year and tuition is $45,312.
- What is the acceptance rate at High Point University?
- High Point University accepts about 75 percent of applicants.
- How do I contact the High Point University men's soccer coaches?
- Inkbound lists 9 coaches for High Point University men's soccer and provides verified email for 9 of them, along with a drafted introduction, after signup.
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