Furman University鈥檚 men鈥檚 soccer team has been selected as the top contender in the Southern Conference (SoCon) preseason poll, aiming to defend their championship title. The Paladins dominated last season, securing both the regular season and tournament titles before reaching the NCAA College Cup. They received four out of six first-place votes from league coaches. Six players from Furman were named to the Preseason All-SoCon Team, highlighting the team's strong individual talents.

By the Numbers
  • Furman received 34 points in the preseason poll, including 4 first-place votes.
  • Six players from Furman, including Forward Wilfer Bustamante and Midfielder Diego Hernandez, were named to the Preseason All-SoCon Team.
State of Play
  • Furman is currently ranked No. 3 in the United Soccer Coaches Preseason Top 25.
  • The team opens the regular season against Clemson on Thursday at 8 p.m.
What's Next

As the season progresses, Furman aims to build on last year's success with a strong opening game against Clemson. Continued performance from their standout players will be crucial as they pursue repeat championships and additional accolades.

Bottom Line

Furman鈥檚 combination of team success and individual talent places them as strong favorites in the SoCon. Their ability to maintain momentum from last season could solidify their standing in the NCAA competitions.