University of Virginia Men's Soccer Recruiting
University of VirginiaMen's SoccerNCAA Division IAtlantic Coast ConferenceCharlottesville, VA2027 recruiting class
University of Virginia Men's Soccer is an NCAA Division I program in the Atlantic Coast Conference, based at a public school in Charlottesville, VA with about 17,597 undergraduates. Massey Ratings rank the program 11 by Massey Ratings (11 of 206 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I men's soccer, which puts it in Inkbound's elite competitiveness tier. George Gelnovatch is the head coach, working with 3 other listed staff members, and verified email is available for 2 of 4 coaches after signup.
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Program snapshot
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Division | NCAA Division I |
| Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Location | Charlottesville, VA |
| Massey rank | 11 by Massey Ratings (11 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 | Public |
| Undergraduates | 17,597 |
| Official roster | University of Virginia 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 |
|---|---|
| George Gelnovatch | Head Coach |
| Matt Chulis | Associate Head Coach |
| Jermaine Birriel | Assistant Coach |
| Johnny Fenwick | Assistant Coach |
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How to approach this coaching staff
Start with George Gelnovatch, the head coach. University of Virginia carries a larger men's soccer staff, with one associate head coach and 2 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 University of Virginia 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 Virginia is a public large school on a suburban campus with about 17,597 undergraduates. At a large university the men's soccer staff is one of many programs competing for attention, so be specific about position, graduation year, and why this roster. The acceptance rate is 17 percent, and the middle SAT range is 1410 to 1540, so include your grades and any test scores in the first message.
Inkbound has verified email addresses for 2 of the 4 coaches listed for University of Virginia 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 Virginia men's soccer at 11 by Massey Ratings (11 of 206 ranked programs in our database) among ranked programs in NCAA Division I men's soccer. That places it ahead of roughly 95 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 95 out of 100, where higher means stronger recent results relative to other NCAA Division I men's programs.
Academics and cost at University of Virginia
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 17 percent |
| Graduation rate | 95 percent |
| Average net price | $21,565 per year |
| In state tuition | $21,803 |
| Out of state tuition | $59,512 |
| SAT range | 1410 to 1540 |
| ACT range | 32 to 35 |
| Top majors | Liberal Arts and Humanities, Economics, Criminal Justice and Safety Studies, Management Sciences and Information Systems, Biology, Information Science |
| Setting | Suburban |
Roster
The official University of Virginia 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 2026-27 roster: 9 defenders, 7 midfielders, 10 forwards, 3 goalkeepers. 9 international players.
| No. | Name | Position | Class | Hometown | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | Caleb Tunks | Goalkeeper | Senior | Kailua-Kona, HI | 6'0" |
| 0 | Melvin Hellmann | Goalkeeper | Sophomore | Frankfurt, Germany | 6'0" |
| 2 | Peter Tolkin | Defender | Senior | Chatham, NJ | 6'3" |
| 3 | Isaac Mwakutuya | Defender | Freshman | Houston, TX | 6'1" |
| 4 | Alex Parvu | Defender | Junior | Cumberland, RI | 6'2" |
| 5 | Parker Sloan | Defender | Senior | Cartersville, VA | 5'8" |
| 6 | Ethan Martinez | Midfielder | Sophomore | San Jose, CA | 5'9" |
| 7 | Arnold Matshazi | Forward | Junior | Milton Keynes, England | 5'10" |
| 8 | Brendan Lambe | Midfielder | Senior | Apex, NC | 5'6" |
| 9 | Aj Smith | Forward | Senior | Høje Taastup, Denmark | 6'4" |
| 10 | Luke Burns | Midfielder | Junior | Scottsdale, AZ | 6'0" |
| 11 | Sami Oulouheu | Forward | Sophomore | Yopougon, Ivory Coast | 5'9" |
| 12 | Prince Abanfo | Forward | Freshman | Accra, Ghana | 5'6" |
| 13 | Chase Duke | Forward | Freshman | Oklahoma City, OK | 6'0" |
| 15 | Nate Young | Defender | Freshman | Evanston, IL | 6'2" |
| 16 | Sebastian Pop | Defender | Senior | Drammen, Norway | 6'4" |
| 17 | Bacary Tandjigora | Midfielder | Sophomore | Thies, Senegal | 6'0" |
| 18 | Zachary Ehrenpreis | Defender | Sophomore | San Carlos, CA | 6'4" |
| 19 | Stephen Hurlock | Forward | Sophomore | Tyrone, GA | 6'1" |
| 20 | Jed Akwaboah | Defender | Junior | Short Hills, NJ | 6'1" |
| 21 | Marco dos Santos | Forward | Senior | Windham, NH | 5'9" |
| 22 | Drew Serafino | Forward | Senior | East Longmeadow, MA | 5'8" |
| 23 | Chase Gozdieski | Midfielder | Freshman | San Diego, CA | 6'1" |
| 24 | Zeus Rankin | Forward | Freshman | Okinawa, Japan | 5'10" |
| 25 | Donovan Maryat | Defender | Senior | Brooklyn, NY | 6'4" |
| 26 | Emmanuel Akinkoye | Midfielder | Sophomore | Gaithersburg, MD | 5'10" |
| 27 | Emiliano Mercenari | Forward | Freshman | Miami, FL | 5'8" |
| 28 | Diego Guerra | Midfielder | Freshman | Recife, Brazil | 5'9" |
| 99 | Spencer Sanderson | Goalkeeper | Junior | Austin, TX | 6'1" |
View the official University of Virginia men's soccer roster
Results and schedule
Upcoming games
| Date | Opponent | Site | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 15, 2026 | Longwood | Home | Charlottesville, Va. |
| August 20, 2026 | UCLA | Home | Charlottesville, Va. |
| August 24, 2026 | High Point | Home | Charlottesville, Va. |
| August 28, 2026 | American | Home | Charlottesville, Va. |
| August 31, 2026 | Florida Gulf Coast | Home | Charlottesville, Va. |
| September 4, 2026 | Boston College | Home | Charlottesville, Va. |
| September 8, 2026 | Oregon State | Home | Charlottesville, Va. |
| September 12, 2026 | Liberty | Home | Charlottesville, Va. |
| September 19, 2026 | Wake Forest | Away | Winston-Salem, N.C. |
| September 25, 2026 | Stanford | Away | Stanford, Calif. |
Frequently asked questions
- Is University of Virginia a Division I soccer school?
- Yes, University of Virginia men's soccer competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference.
- Does University of Virginia men's soccer offer athletic scholarships?
- Yes. As an NCAA Division I program, University of Virginia 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 Virginia men's soccer?
- George Gelnovatch is the head coach of University of Virginia men's soccer, leading a listed staff of 4.
- How competitive is University of Virginia men's soccer?
- University of Virginia men's soccer is ranked 11 by Massey Ratings (11 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 Virginia cost?
- The average net price at University of Virginia after aid is $21,565 per year and tuition is $21,803 in state and $59,512 out of state.
- What is the acceptance rate at University of Virginia?
- University of Virginia accepts about 17 percent of applicants.
- How do I contact the University of Virginia men's soccer coaches?
- Inkbound lists 4 coaches for University of Virginia men's soccer and provides verified email for 2 of them, along with a drafted introduction, after signup.
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