The Ohio Valley Conference has honored HCU men鈥檚 soccer with five Medal of Honor recipients and 14 Commissioner's Honor Roll winners for the 2025-26 academic year. This marks HCU's highest number of Medal of Honor recipients in a single season, with each honoree achieving a perfect 4.0 GPA. Among the recipients are Ricardo Garcia, Nico Kross, Santiago Maynez, Cezar Onut, and Ben Thirkill. Additionally, HCU's men鈥檚 team earned a Team Academic Award from the United Soccer Coaches for maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.44, placing them among the top academic teams in the country. The Huskies had a successful 2025 season with a record of 11-5-3, highlighting their competitive and academic achievements.

By the Numbers
  • Five Medal of Honor recipients, all with a 4.0 GPA.
  • 14 athletes named to the Commissioner's Honor Roll, requiring a minimum 3.25 GPA.
Yes, But

While the academic accolades reflect exceptional student-athlete performance, remaining competitive in upcoming sports seasons will require continued focus and teamwork on and off the field.

State of Play
  • HCU's men's soccer team completed the 2025 season with an 11-5-3 record.
  • The team started their 2026 season with a strong exhibition game, winning 5-1 against Dallas Richland.
What's Next

The Huskies are set to continue their preseason with another exhibition against St. Edward's University and will kick off their regular season on August 20 against Jacksonville University.

Bottom Line

HCU's dual success in athletics and academics positions them as a formidable program in the Ohio Valley Conference, offering insights into the importance of striving for excellence in all areas.