University of Akron Men's Soccer Recruiting
University of AkronMen's SoccerNCAA Division IMid-American ConferenceAkron, OH2027 recruiting class
University of Akron Men's Soccer is an NCAA Division I program in the Mid-American Conference, based at a private school in Akron, OH with about 391 undergraduates. Massey Ratings rank the program 15 by Massey Ratings (15 of 206 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I men's soccer, which puts it in Inkbound's elite competitiveness tier. Jared Embick is the head coach, and verified email is available for 1 of 1 coach after signup.
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Program snapshot
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Division | NCAA Division I |
| Conference | Mid-American Conference |
| Location | Akron, OH |
| Massey rank | 15 by Massey Ratings (15 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 | 391 |
| Official roster | University of Akron 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 |
|---|---|
| Jared Embick | Head Coach |
How to approach this coaching staff
Start with Jared Embick, the head coach. University of Akron lists a one person men's soccer staff, so every recruit email lands with the head coach directly and there is no coordinator filtering the inbox.
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 University of Akron 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.
University of Akron is a private small school on a suburban campus with about 391 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 60 percent, so include your grades and any test scores in the first message.
Inkbound has verified email addresses for 1 of the 1 coach listed for University of Akron 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 University of Akron men's soccer at 15 by Massey Ratings (15 of 206 ranked programs in our database) among ranked programs in NCAA Division I men's soccer. That places it ahead of roughly 93 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 93 out of 100, where higher means stronger recent results relative to other NCAA Division I men's programs.
Academics and cost at University of Akron
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 60 percent |
| Graduation rate | 20 percent |
| Average net price | $18,934 per year |
| Tuition | $13,450 |
| Top majors | Liberal Arts and Humanities, Engineering, Nursing, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, Criminal Justice and Safety Studies |
| Setting | Suburban |
Roster
The official University of Akron 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.
29 players on the 2026 roster: 9 defenders, 11 midfielders, 5 forwards, 4 goalkeepers. 9 international players.
| No. | Name | Position | Class | Hometown | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Gavin Crane | Goalkeeper | Redshirt Freshman | Hinckley, OH | 6' 4" |
| 1 | Brett Kaminski | Goalkeeper | Junior | Cooper City, FL | 6' 0" |
| 2 | Nolan McGuire | Defender | Junior | St. Louis, MO | 5' 9" |
| 3 | Kam Warnke | Defender | Freshman | Aurora, OH | 5' 10" |
| 4 | Freddy Kossehasse | Defender | Senior | McKinney, TX | 6' 1" |
| 5 | Ioannis Gazis | Defender | Freshman | Attica, Greece | 6' 0" |
| 6 | Matthew Paiva | Defender | Senior | Toronto, Ontario | 6' 2" |
| 7 | Thomas O'Rourke | Midfielder | Redshirt Sophomore | East Patchogue, NY | 5' 9" |
| 8 | Tyler Morck | Midfielder | Redshirt Junior | Bethpage, NY | 5' 8" |
| 9 | Farrel Ngongang | Forward | Sophomore | Montreal, Quebec | 6' 0" |
| 10 | Jack Roman | Midfielder | Junior | Canfield, OH | 5' 7" |
| 11 | Leo Morana | Midfielder | Freshman | Strongsville, OH | 6' 0" |
| 12 | Cole Perez | Defender | Freshman | Orange Park, FL | 6' 4" |
| 13 | Remi Agunbiade | Forward | Junior | Toronto, Ontario | 6' 1" |
| 14 | Aiden Benitez | Forward | Sophomore | Westfield, IN | 5' 9" |
| 15 | Austin Thum | Midfielder | Freshman | El Dorado Hills, CA | 5' 10" |
| 16 | Calan Dewalt | Defender | Freshman | Dublin, OH | 6' 0" |
| 17 | Ignacio Alem | Forward | Redshirt Junior | Potomac, MD | 5' 10" |
| 18 | Benji Jonas Atiabou | Defender | Freshman | Salzburg, Austria | 5' 11" |
| 19 | Jack Sullivan | Midfielder | Senior | Potomac, MD | 5' 9" |
| 20 | Francisco Tolaba | Midfielder | Senior | Buenos Aires, Argentina | 5' 9" |
| 21 | Sam Bunch | Defender | Freshman | Brussels, Belgium | 5' 10" |
| 22 | Matt Dreas | Midfielder | Senior | Covington, KY | 5' 10" |
| 23 | Braxton Hayes | Midfielder | Sophomore | Bowie, MD | 5' 8" |
| 24 | Noa Testa | Midfielder | Freshman | La Sarraz, Switzerland | 5' 8" |
| 26 | Londen Sears | Midfielder | Freshman | New Albany, OH | 6' 2" |
| 27 | Ivory Covington | Forward | Freshman | Lilburn, GA | 5' 9" |
| 29 | Kael Taylor | Goalkeeper | Freshman | Olathe, KS | 6' 2" |
| 30 | Francesco Tricarico | Goalkeeper | Senior | Cerignola, Italy | 6' 1" |
Results and schedule
Upcoming games
| Date | Opponent | Site | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2026 | Northwestern | Away | Evanston, Ill. |
| August 20, 2026 | Dayton | Home | FirstEnergy Stadium, Akron, Ohio |
| August 24, 2026 | Army | Home | FirstEnergy Stadium, Akron, Ohio |
| August 28, 2026 | Wake Forest | Home | FirstEnergy Stadium, Akron, Ohio |
| September 3, 2026 | West Virginia | Away | Morgantown, W.Va. |
| September 8, 2026 | Cornell | Home | FirstEnergy Stadium, Akron, Ohio |
| September 12, 2026 | Saint Louis | Away | Saint Louis, Mo. |
| September 18, 2026 | Butler | Home | FirstEnergy Stadium, Akron, Ohio |
| September 22, 2026 | Robert Morris | Home | FirstEnergy Stadium, Akron, Ohio |
| September 25, 2026 | Georgetown | Home | FirstEnergy Stadium, Akron, Ohio |
Facility
Purmort Field at Bernlohr Stadium
- Capacity
- 3,000
- Surface
- FieldTurf
- Location
- Akron, OH
Football, men's and women's soccer, and men's and women's lacrosse call Bernlohr Stadium their home field. Student-athletes compete on a state-of-the-art artificial FieldTurf surface with a 3,000-seat capacity in a brick grandstand that includes two observation decks, a hospitality suite and press box.
Frequently asked questions
- Is University of Akron a Division I soccer school?
- Yes, University of Akron men's soccer competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Mid-American Conference.
- Does University of Akron men's soccer offer athletic scholarships?
- Yes. As an NCAA Division I program, University of Akron 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 University of Akron men's soccer?
- Jared Embick is the head coach of University of Akron men's soccer.
- How competitive is University of Akron men's soccer?
- University of Akron men's soccer is ranked 15 by Massey Ratings (15 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 University of Akron cost?
- The average net price at University of Akron after aid is $18,934 per year and tuition is $13,450.
- What is the acceptance rate at University of Akron?
- University of Akron accepts about 60 percent of applicants.
- How do I contact the University of Akron men's soccer coaches?
- Inkbound lists 1 coach for University of Akron men's soccer and provides verified email for 1 of them, along with a drafted introduction, after signup.
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