University of Detroit Mercy Men's Soccer Recruiting

University of Detroit MercyMen's SoccerNCAA Division IHorizon LeagueDetroit, MI2027 recruiting class

University of Detroit Mercy Men's Soccer is an NCAA Division I program in the Horizon League, based at a private school in Detroit, MI with about 2,438 undergraduates. The program does not carry a Massey rank, so Inkbound lists it as unrated rather than guessing at how competitive it is. Nate Kopunek is the head coach, working with 7 other listed staff members, and verified email is available for 2 of 8 coaches after signup.

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Program snapshot

University of Detroit Mercy Men's Soccer program snapshot
FactValue
DivisionNCAA Division I
ConferenceHorizon League
LocationDetroit, MI
Competitiveness tierUnrated No Massey rank on file, so Inkbound does not assign a competitiveness tier.
School typePrivate
Undergraduates2,438
Official rosterUniversity of Detroit Mercy men's soccer roster
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Coaching staff

Coach names and roles are public information. Inkbound provides the verified email address and a drafted introduction after signup.

University of Detroit Mercy Men's Soccer coaching staff
NameRole
Nate KopunekHead Coach
Adam ClarkeAssistant Coach
John NinoAssistant Coach
Louis SimonAssistant Coach
Mateo PhillipsAssistant Coach
Stephen KostoAssistant Coach
Vincent StocktonAssistant Coach
Zane PolackAssistant Coach

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How to approach this coaching staff

Start with Nate Kopunek, the head coach. University of Detroit Mercy carries a larger men's soccer staff, with 7 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. Because University of Detroit Mercy is unrated, do not assume the roster is easy to make; write the first email the same way you would for a ranked program and ask the staff how they see the recruiting class.

University of Detroit Mercy is a private small school on an urban campus with about 2,438 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 76 percent, and the middle SAT range is 1030 to 1260, so include your grades and any test scores in the first message.

Inkbound has verified email addresses for 2 of the 8 coaches listed for University of Detroit Mercy 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

Inkbound does not have a Massey rank for University of Detroit Mercy men's soccer, so the program is listed as unrated and has no competitiveness tier. That is a gap in the data, not a judgment about the program. Unranked programs range from newer teams to established ones with limited public results, so treat it like any other target and ask the staff directly about roster needs.

Academics and cost at University of Detroit Mercy

University of Detroit Mercy academics and cost
MeasureValue
Acceptance rate76 percent
Graduation rate68 percent
Average net price$15,232 per year
Tuition$32,946
SAT range1030 to 1260
ACT range22 to 28
Top majorsNursing, Biology, Business, Architecture, Dental Hygiene, Spanish Language and Literature
SettingUrban

Roster

The official University of Detroit Mercy 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 2025-26 roster: 9 defenders, 11 midfielders, 6 forwards, 3 goalkeepers. 2 international players.

University of Detroit Mercy Men's Soccer roster
No.NamePositionClassHometownHeight
00Carter McMahonGoalkeeperJuniorRoseville, MI5'11"
0Colin MonroeGoalkeeperJuniorWilloughby Hills, OH6'0"
1Quinn TewsGoalkeeperGraduatePlymouth, MI6'3"
2Aidan BuffDefenderSophomoreHartland, MI5'10"
3Hayden GaetinoDefenderFreshmanDexter, MI6'2"
4Tom NkassaDefenderSophomoreCaen, France6'1"
5Michael BerryMidfielderFreshmanLivonia, MI6'0"
6Daniel KadiuMidfielderFreshmanSterling Heights, MI6'2"
7John PalominoForwardJuniorTroy, MI6'0"
8Zander CrooksForwardSeniorPortage, MI5'6"
9Ryan SanbornForwardSeniorNorth Olmsted, OH6'0"
10Mano KarjianMidfielderJuniorPlymouth, MI5'8"
11Lincoln FloydMidfielderSophomoreGrand Blanc, MI5'8"
12Clayton LafayetteMidfielderGraduateGrosse Ile, MI5'8"
13Noah SandahlMidfielderJuniorBrook Park, OH5'9"
14Samuel SpeenDefenderJuniorAnn Arbor, MI5'8"
15Thero Mitchell IIIForwardSophomoreBothell, WA6'0"
16Ryan MoodyDefenderSeniorSterling Heights, MI6'0"
17Gio CovelliForwardGraduateWoodhaven, MI5'11"
18Nick KamugungaMidfielderFreshmanTroy, MI6'0"
19Joey IaquanielloDefenderSeniorMilford, MI6'4"
20Sawyer BeachyMidfielderFreshmanGoshen, IN5'9"
21Kaiden DemopolisDefenderFreshmanShelby Twp., MI6'1"
22Johnny StricklerMidfielderJuniorSt. Joseph, MI5'11"
23Spencer PoweDefenderGraduateEast Lansing, MI6'2"
24Sebastian SanchezMidfielderFreshmanBogota, Colombia5'7"
25Charlie AhearnForwardFreshmanOkemos, MI6'0"
26Evan PeleskaMidfielderJuniorArden Hills, MN5'10"
27Drew PiersonDefenderSeniorPlymouth, MI5'10"

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Results and schedule

Upcoming games

University of Detroit Mercy Men's Soccer upcoming games
DateOpponentSiteLocation
August 7, 2026Bowling GreenAwayBowling Green, Ohio
August 14, 2026NorthwoodHomeDetroit, Mich./Titan Field
August 20, 2026St. ThomasAwaySt. Paul, Minn.
August 24, 2026Adrian CollegeHomeDetroit, Mich./Titan Field
August 28, 2026DaytonAwayDayton, Ohio
September 1, 2026MercyhurstAwayErie, Pa.
September 5, 2026DuquesneHomeDetroit, Mich./Titan Field
September 9, 2026Robert MorrisHomeDetroit, Mich./Titan Field
September 12, 2026Cleveland StateAwayCleveland, Ohio
September 15, 2026Notre DameAwaySouth Bend, Ind.

Frequently asked questions

Is University of Detroit Mercy a Division I soccer school?
Yes, University of Detroit Mercy men's soccer competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Horizon League.
Does University of Detroit Mercy men's soccer offer athletic scholarships?
Yes. As an NCAA Division I program, University of Detroit Mercy 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 Detroit Mercy men's soccer?
Nate Kopunek is the head coach of University of Detroit Mercy men's soccer, leading a listed staff of 8.
What conference does University of Detroit Mercy play in?
University of Detroit Mercy men's soccer plays in the Horizon League, an NCAA Division I conference.
How much does University of Detroit Mercy cost?
The average net price at University of Detroit Mercy after aid is $15,232 per year and tuition is $32,946.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Detroit Mercy?
University of Detroit Mercy accepts about 76 percent of applicants.
How do I contact the University of Detroit Mercy men's soccer coaches?
Inkbound lists 8 coaches for University of Detroit Mercy men's soccer and provides verified email for 2 of them, along with a drafted introduction, after signup.

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