The Kentucky Wesleyan College men's soccer team has been ranked third in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) preseason poll, as voted by head coaches. Last season, the Panthers reached the G-MAC Championship for the second consecutive year, with a 10-4-7 overall record. Tiffin secured the top position with 91 points and five first-place votes, followed closely by Cedarville with 90 points. Kentucky Wesleyan garnered 73 points and one first-place vote, finishing just ahead of Findlay.

By the Numbers
  • Tiffin received 91 points, including five first-place votes.
  • Kentucky Wesleyan finished third with 73 points, one point ahead of Findlay.
  • The Panthers recorded an 8-3-3 league play record last season.
  • The team gave up only 24 goals throughout the season.
State of Play
  • Kentucky Wesleyan has consistently outperformed preseason predictions in recent years.
  • The team's defense was notably strong, allowing only 92 shots-on-goal last season.
  • Key players returning include Jhaeem Bryan and Cole Greenshields anchoring the defense.
What's Next

As the season approaches, the Panthers aim to build on their previous successes by surpassing the expectations set by the poll. The team's depth and returning talent could play a crucial role in their performance against conference rivals.

Bottom Line

Kentucky Wesleyan has demonstrated the ability to defy preseason rankings, making them a team to watch in this year's G-MAC competition. With a strong returning roster, the Panthers are poised to challenge for the championship once again.