The Detroit Mercy men's soccer team begins its 2026 season on August 20 against St. Thomas in Minnesota. This matchup, the first between the two teams, will be broadcast live for subscribers. Headed by Coach Nate Kopunek in his fourth year, the Titans feature 21 players from Michigan and have earned academic recognition with a strong GPA.

By the Numbers
  • Detroit Mercy was ranked ninth in the 2026 Under Armour #HLWSOC Preseason Poll with 37 points.
  • The men's soccer team posted a 3.57 overall GPA, ranking No. 22 among Division I programs.
State of Play
  • Detroit Mercy returns 18 players from last season, including key contributors like Clayton Lafayette and Drew Pierson.
  • Colin Monroe, the team's goalkeeper, led in wins (3) and saves (37) last season.
What's Next

The Titans will aim to leverage their returning players while integrating 10 newcomers to improve on last year鈥檚 performance. They hope to build momentum with a successful opening match against St. Thomas.

Bottom Line

As the Titans kick off their 2026 campaign, their blend of returning talent and fresh recruits positions them for potential success and a chance to exceed preseason expectations.