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
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Division | NCAA Division I |
| Conference | Horizon League |
| Location | Detroit, MI |
| Competitiveness tier | Unrated No Massey rank on file, so Inkbound does not assign a competitiveness tier. |
| School type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 2,438 |
| Official roster | University of Detroit Mercy 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 |
|---|---|
| Nate Kopunek | Head Coach |
| Adam Clarke | Assistant Coach |
| John Nino | Assistant Coach |
| Louis Simon | Assistant Coach |
| Mateo Phillips | Assistant Coach |
| Stephen Kosto | Assistant Coach |
| Vincent Stockton | Assistant Coach |
| Zane Polack | Assistant 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
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 76 percent |
| Graduation rate | 68 percent |
| Average net price | $15,232 per year |
| Tuition | $32,946 |
| SAT range | 1030 to 1260 |
| ACT range | 22 to 28 |
| Top majors | Nursing, Biology, Business, Architecture, Dental Hygiene, Spanish Language and Literature |
| Setting | Urban |
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.
| No. | Name | Position | Class | Hometown | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | Carter McMahon | Goalkeeper | Junior | Roseville, MI | 5'11" |
| 0 | Colin Monroe | Goalkeeper | Junior | Willoughby Hills, OH | 6'0" |
| 1 | Quinn Tews | Goalkeeper | Graduate | Plymouth, MI | 6'3" |
| 2 | Aidan Buff | Defender | Sophomore | Hartland, MI | 5'10" |
| 3 | Hayden Gaetino | Defender | Freshman | Dexter, MI | 6'2" |
| 4 | Tom Nkassa | Defender | Sophomore | Caen, France | 6'1" |
| 5 | Michael Berry | Midfielder | Freshman | Livonia, MI | 6'0" |
| 6 | Daniel Kadiu | Midfielder | Freshman | Sterling Heights, MI | 6'2" |
| 7 | John Palomino | Forward | Junior | Troy, MI | 6'0" |
| 8 | Zander Crooks | Forward | Senior | Portage, MI | 5'6" |
| 9 | Ryan Sanborn | Forward | Senior | North Olmsted, OH | 6'0" |
| 10 | Mano Karjian | Midfielder | Junior | Plymouth, MI | 5'8" |
| 11 | Lincoln Floyd | Midfielder | Sophomore | Grand Blanc, MI | 5'8" |
| 12 | Clayton Lafayette | Midfielder | Graduate | Grosse Ile, MI | 5'8" |
| 13 | Noah Sandahl | Midfielder | Junior | Brook Park, OH | 5'9" |
| 14 | Samuel Speen | Defender | Junior | Ann Arbor, MI | 5'8" |
| 15 | Thero Mitchell III | Forward | Sophomore | Bothell, WA | 6'0" |
| 16 | Ryan Moody | Defender | Senior | Sterling Heights, MI | 6'0" |
| 17 | Gio Covelli | Forward | Graduate | Woodhaven, MI | 5'11" |
| 18 | Nick Kamugunga | Midfielder | Freshman | Troy, MI | 6'0" |
| 19 | Joey Iaquaniello | Defender | Senior | Milford, MI | 6'4" |
| 20 | Sawyer Beachy | Midfielder | Freshman | Goshen, IN | 5'9" |
| 21 | Kaiden Demopolis | Defender | Freshman | Shelby Twp., MI | 6'1" |
| 22 | Johnny Strickler | Midfielder | Junior | St. Joseph, MI | 5'11" |
| 23 | Spencer Powe | Defender | Graduate | East Lansing, MI | 6'2" |
| 24 | Sebastian Sanchez | Midfielder | Freshman | Bogota, Colombia | 5'7" |
| 25 | Charlie Ahearn | Forward | Freshman | Okemos, MI | 6'0" |
| 26 | Evan Peleska | Midfielder | Junior | Arden Hills, MN | 5'10" |
| 27 | Drew Pierson | Defender | Senior | Plymouth, MI | 5'10" |
View the official University of Detroit Mercy men's soccer roster
Results and schedule
Upcoming games
| Date | Opponent | Site | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 7, 2026 | Bowling Green | Away | Bowling Green, Ohio |
| August 14, 2026 | Northwood | Home | Detroit, Mich./Titan Field |
| August 20, 2026 | St. Thomas | Away | St. Paul, Minn. |
| August 24, 2026 | Adrian College | Home | Detroit, Mich./Titan Field |
| August 28, 2026 | Dayton | Away | Dayton, Ohio |
| September 1, 2026 | Mercyhurst | Away | Erie, Pa. |
| September 5, 2026 | Duquesne | Home | Detroit, Mich./Titan Field |
| September 9, 2026 | Robert Morris | Home | Detroit, Mich./Titan Field |
| September 12, 2026 | Cleveland State | Away | Cleveland, Ohio |
| September 15, 2026 | Notre Dame | Away | South 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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