UTRGV men's soccer head coach Bryheem Hancock has been inducted into the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class. Hancock, a Delaware native, acknowledged his family's support as instrumental in his achievements. He is entering his seventh season with UTRGV, where he has led the team to three consecutive winning home seasons and helped transition them into the Ohio Valley Conference. Under Hancock's leadership, UTRGV has seen players drafted into MLS and numerous All-WAC honors.

By the Numbers
  • Two UTRGV players selected in the MLS SuperDraft during Hancock's tenure.
  • 11 Vaqueros earned All-WAC honors in 5 seasons, with Akio winning WAC Offensive Player of the Year.
Yes, But

Despite Hancock's accolades, the challenge lies in maintaining UTRGV's competitive edge as they transition to the Ohio Valley Conference, which may present different levels of competition and expectations.

State of Play
  • Hancock's UTRGV program transitions to the Ohio Valley Conference starting in 2026.
  • The team has seen a trajectory of improvement with three consecutive winning seasons.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Hancock aims to further elevate UTRGV's soccer program, building upon its recent success and preparing the team for new challenges in the Ohio Valley Conference.

Bottom Line

Bryheem Hancock's Hall of Fame induction is a testament to his impact in collegiate soccer, but the upcoming transition also underlines the importance of continued growth and adaptation for future success.