The 2026 Men鈥檚 Soccer season for the Statesmen promises excitement, building on last year's solid performance of 12-6-4 (7-3-3 Heart). With four returning starters, including All-Heart players Rob Stoop and Angel Valdez, the team aims for a strong conference presence under second-year head coach Joe Minton. Notable new arrivals, like Jarred Hendricks and Andrea Brugora, are expected to boost the squad. The season kicks off with five home matches, the first against Morningside.

By the Numbers
  • 2025 record: 12 wins, 6 losses, 4 ties
  • Returning starters: 4 out of 11
  • Newcomers: 4 impactful players
State of Play
  • The team begins the season with five consecutive home games.
  • William Penn ranked well in national standings, reaching the quarterfinals in the NAIA National Championship last year.
What's Next

The team is set to build on its prior successes, adapting to new player contributions. The first league match on September 12 against Benedictine will be crucial for establishing their conference position.

Bottom Line

With a mix of returning talent and promising newcomers, the Statesmen are well-positioned to compete at a high level this season. Keeping the momentum from last year will be key to their success.