THE EVANSVILLE SOCCER EXPERIENCE •Great Fan Support •England Trip Every 4 Years This is a great time to be part of the “Coach Jacobs has raised the level of expectations Evansville Soccer Experience. In the past back to where it should be. It is a joy to watch the •Academic Success •High Competition Level year alone, the Purple Aces reached the brand of soccer that is currently on display at UE.” top 40 nationally in attendance, com - Tony Jones ‘95 •Championship Tradition •More Than 70 Players In The Pros piled a team grade point average that “Playing at Evansville taught me what teamwork was all was 12th best in the country, and made about –working together, fighting through adversity and the Soccer Times Top 25 national poll. learning what you can accomplish as a group. It’s also Three consecutive winning seasons helped me become the professional I am today.” under Head Coach Mike Jacobs have Cory Elenio ‘08 (now with MLS Columbus Crew) raised the level of expectations. With nine starters and seven additional letter - “Not only did I develop as a soccer player at UE; playing men returning from last year’s winning there for Coach Jacobs gave me a feeling of pride, and I know great days are ahead for the team.” team, there’s a lot to look forward to at Alec Dufty ‘09 (now with MLS Columbus Crew) the University of Evansville.
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Aces’ Home Attendance Records 1. 10/20/78 5,200 vs. Indiana U. 2. 11/10/85 3,500 vs. St. Louis U. 3. 12/8/85 3,303 vs. UCLA 4. 11/25/90 3,210 vs. Indiana U. 5. 10/31/82 3,200 vs. Indiana U. 6. 10/28/84 3,126 vs. Indiana U. 7. 11/24/85 3,018 vs. Indiana U. 8. 11/2/80 3,000 vs. Indiana U. 9. 9/20/87 2,800 vs. St. Louis U. 10. 10/11/98 2,478 vs. Indiana U. 11. 9/30/08 2,360 vs. Indiana U. 12. 10/21/94 2,346 vs. Indiana U. 13. 11/18/90 2,295 vs. Boston U. 14. 10/22/90 2,257 vs. Notre Dame 15. 11/15/92 2,213 vs. Indiana U. 16. 10/1/88 2,202 vs. Santa Clara •Home Of The 2008 State Farm MVC Tournament 17. 9/6/91 2,200 vs. Tulsa 18. 10/10/89 2,162 vs. St. Louis U. •The Region’s Premier Soccer Stadium 19. 10/20/92 2,073 vs. Indiana U. 20. 9/30/88 2,054 vs. George Washington •Seating For 2,000-Plus (all matches on campus except 5,200 vs. Indiana at Bosse Field 10/20/78) •Locker Rooms, Weight Room
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Jersey head coach Alfonso Mondelo. He also assisted with the North Jer - Head Coach sey Imperials of the USISL, where he coached current United States Under-23 National Team assistant coach Tim Mulqueen. Jacobs has served on the US Soccer and USL Super Y-League national coaching Mike Jacobs staffs, and has developed a reputation for identifying and developing pro - fessional players. The group includes Stefani Miglioranzi of the LA Galaxy; Mike Jacobs said he could take the University of Evansville soccer program to a higher level, and Cory Elenio and Alec Dufty of the Columbus Crew; Michael Videira, Darrius he has done just that in only three years as head coach. I n 2008, the Purple Aces reached the Barnes and Kyle Helton of the New England Revolution; Ray Burse and top 40 nationally in attendance, compiled the 12th best team grade point average in the country, Spencer Wadsworth of FC Dallas; Blake Camp of the New York Red Bulls; and made the Soccer Times Top 25 . As a result, Jacobs was awarded with a contract extension and Chris Loftus (Swedish first division), Mike Grella (Leeds United of Eng - through the 2012 season. In July of this year, TopDrawerSoccer.com ranked Jacobs’ 2009 re - land) and Brad Guzan (Aston Villa FC of England), all of whom are playing cruiting class #1 in the Missouri Valley Conference. abroad. Jacobs holds a USSF ‘A’ license and an NSCAA Advanced National Jacobs’ first season, in 2006, produced the nation’s most improved record, with seven more Diploma. victories than the year before to finish the season at 9-8-0. UE in 2006 posted its best non-con - Jacobs has written for NSCAA publications, has co-authored a chapter in ference record (7-3-0) since 1996, and the Purple Aces' fifth place finish in the Missouri Valley the Soccer Coaches Bible along with Coach Rennie, and currently writes a Conference was their highest since 1999. In 2007, playing a more difficult schedule, the Aces bi-weekly column on soccer for the Sunday Evansville Courier & Press. Ja - won 10 games for the first time since 1999. They climbed two more places in the MVC stand - cobs also started a number of programs to help connect Aces Soccer ings, reached the MVC Tournament semifinals for the first time since 1999, and finished sixth with its supporters. ‘Kick The Cold, Give A Coat’ provides coats for those nationally in scoring. The 2007 Aces also earned the National Soccer Coaches Association of less fortunate during the holiday season. The Integra Bank ‘Score with the America Team Academic Award for posting a team grade point average of 3.0 or better. Then Aces’ reading program encourages elementary school students to read in 2008, playing seven teams that were nationally ranked at some time during the season, Ja - with their parents. ‘Kick for Nick’ is a cooperative effort between Aces cobs led the Aces to another winning season despite having a squad comprised primarily of Soccer and the Lambda Chi fraternity to collect used soccer balls to send freshmen and sophomores. Mike Luttrull and fellow sophomore Robby Lynch were chosen for to children in Iraq. UE’s ‘Kick For The Cure’ began in 2008 as a fundraiser the All-Midwest Region Team, and nine players earned all-Missouri Valley Conference honors. for the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Foundation. Team members have The Aces climbed to #21 in the Soccer Times Top 25 during the 2008 season, reached the top also participated in Habitat For Humanity, Circle K Special Ed Prom, the 40 in attendance, and once again earned the NSCAA Team Academic Award. In fact, the Aces’ MLK Walk, and Riley Walkathon. In addition, the Aces Soccer Camp is one team GPA of 3.22 in 2008 was 12th best in the nation. of the largest soccer camps in the country, serving youth players from all “We were able to be recognized with a national ranking, and that says a lot, considering our over the United States. young lineup and very challenging schedule," Jacobs said. Mike and his wife, Jennifer, are the parents of four children–Katherine, Jacobs came to Evansville with knowledge of the program, having served as an assistant coach Daniel, Allison and Amanda. in 2000 and 2001 for legendary coach Fred Schmalz. Jacobs worked tirelessly to reach out to fans and alumni, and quickly instilled pride in his players that has led to three straight winning What They’re Saying About Coach Jacobs seasons. "Being able to work with Mike at a young age and having him teach “Mike's passion for the game is clearly displayed in his coaching In the four years prior to 2006, Jacobs served as the top assistant coach at Duke University, me what it takes to be a professional is something that has helped style. He is a player's coach, and someone I always wanted to play where he helped lead coach John Rennie’s Blue Devils to three NCAA Tournament appearances, me get to where I am today. He was able to show me what it hard for. The combination of not only his knowledge of the game, including the semifinals of the 2004 College Cup. The 2005 Blue Devils won the ACC Champi - takes both mentally and physically to make it at the next level." but also his enthusiasm and commitment, were vital components onship. Jacobs was named inaugural winner of the NSCAA National Assistant Coach of the Year Brad Guzan, Alton Villa (English Premier League) & US National which helped me become the player that I am today.” award in 2004. He was listed by College Soccer News as one of the ‘Top Assistant Coaches in Team Blake Camp, New York Red Bulls (MLS) the Country’ four years in a row. A 1993 graduate of Pace University in Pleasantville, N.Y., Ja - cobs was Head Coach at Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y. from 1996-99, and was the 1997 “I believe that Mike’s character and work ethic are two qualities “Mike is energetic, passionate, knowledgeable, and loves to coach. Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Coach of the Year after taking a team that finished 1-17-1 in that make him a special person and coach. I believe he is a great He works extremely hard at everything he does and will settle for 1996 and leading the Gaels to a 12-6 record in ‘97. At age 24, he was the youngest Division I asset not only to college soccer but to the game in general.” nothing less than a job very well done. He was a tremendous asset head coach in the country. Jacobs’ professional coaching experience includes assisting with the Mike Sorber, U.S. National Team Assistant Coach to me during his time at Duke. Evansville is lucky to have him.” Long Island Rough Riders, where he worked with former Tampa Bay Mutiny and New York/New John Rennie, Former Head Coach, Duke University, 1986 “Coach Jacobs has done a fantastic job of coaching and recruiting. National Champions Wherever he has been, from Iona to Evansville, then Duke, Mike has left his mark on each program. He is innovative and dynamic!” "Mike helped me achieve my soccer goal, playing in MLS. He is Dr. David Masur, Head Coach, St. John's University, 1996 now someone I look up to as I begin my college coaching career." National Champions Dan Popik, Assistant Coach, North Carolina State University
“Mike is a dedicated coach who works hard, stays current with the "Mike Jacobs is a very engaging person. His enthusiasm and game and is an effective recruiter. The team will reflect his com - passion are infectious. His work rate is second to none. He is mitment to soccer.” known as a player's coach. There is no doubt that he will bring Sigi Schmid, Head Coach, Seattle Sounders FC (MLS) Evansville soccer back to national prominence." Sasho Cirovski, Head Coach, University of Maryland 8 9 UE C OACHING STAFF 2009 E VANSVILLE ROSTER
No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Class Hometown (High School) Associate Head Coach 1 Robert Randant GK 5-11 165 Freshman Collinsville, Illinois (Collinsville) 2 Ally Mackay D 5-10 190 Senior Point, Isle of Lewis, Scotland (Nicolson) 3 Aaron Henkle D/M 5-10 160 Sophomore Carmel, Indiana (Carmel) Marshall Ray 4 Dan Gibson M/D 5-11 170 Senior Godfrey, Illinois (Marquette Catholic) A key member of the Purple Aces’ soc - A 2000 UE graduate, Ray was a member of UE's 1996 Missouri 5 Blake Schneider M/D 5-11 165 Sophomore Wildwood, Missouri (Whitfield) cer program and a big reason for its Valley Conference Tournament championship team that reached 6 Kieran Purcell F/D 5-6 147 Senior Wellington, New Zealand (Newlands) improvement over the past three the NCAA Tournament. He played defender and forward, and was 7 Robby Lynch M 6-0 165 Junior Carmel, Indiana (Carmel) years, Marshall Ray was promoted an MVC Offensive and Defensive Player of the Week during his ca - 8 Reggie Edu M/D 5-8 155 Senior Fontana, California (Etiwanda) after the 2008 season from assistant reer. Ray received UE's Ian Coull Award in 1999 for competitive 9 Richard Menjivar M 5-8 140 Sophomore North Hills, California (James Monroe) coach to associate head coach. spirit and teamwork, and was on the National Soccer Coaches As - 10 Tad Kreamalmeyer F 5-9 160 Sophomore Troy, Illinois (Collinsville Christian Academy) “Marshall has been intricately in - sociation of America Scholar-Athlete all-region team. 11 Mike Luttrull F 5-8 170 Junior Indianapolis, Indiana (Avon) volved with the success of our pro - After playing professionally for the A-League Nashville Metros in 12 Justin Sass D 6-1 190 Sophomore New Palestine, Indiana (New Palestine) gram, and continues to be an influence in our locker room," says 2001, Ray spent four years at Drury University. After two years as 13 Tom Irvin F 6-3 210 Junior Collinsville, Illinois (St. Louis U. High) Head Coach Mike Jacobs. "Having a former player who is passion - an assistant coach there, he became the youngest Division I head 14 Cole Page D 5-9 155 Freshman Louisville, Kenucky (duPont Manual) ate about representing the University of Evansville is a tremendous coach in the country in 2003 at age 25. Both of his teams at Drury 16 Mitch Mansfield D 6-1 170 Junior Evansville, Indiana (Day School) example for our players, and there is no question that Marshall received the NSCAA Team Academic Award. He joined the staff at 17 Sam Bornstein M/F 6-0 165 Senior Cape Girardeau, Missouri (Cape Central) bleeds purple.” Duke after the 2004 season, and spent the 2005 season involved 18 Phil Boerger GK 6-2 190 Sophomore Jamestown, North Dakota (Jamestown) Ray had just completed his playing career at UE when Jacobs with recruiting, player development and day-to-day operations for 19 Gavin Chura F 5-9 165 Freshman Fort Wayne, Indiana (Canterbury) joined the Evansville staff as assistant coach in 2000. Jacobs went the Blue Devils, who won the ACC Tournament and were nationally 20 Jesse Sharp F 5-8 165 Freshman Warsaw, Indiana (Warsaw Community) to Duke as an assistant coach in 2002, and was largely responsible ranked that season. Ray also directed the Duke Soccer Camps. 21 Tyler Crawford F 5-7 150 Sophomore Columbia, Illinois (Gibault) for bringing Ray to the Duke program in 2005. When Jacobs re - Ray holds a USSF A license and an NSCAA Advanced National Li - 22 Jarrett Robbins D 6-7 185 Sophomore Louisville, Kentucky (Male) turned to UE as head coach in 2006, he made Ray his first choice cense. He studied under Pierre Barrieu, U.S. National Fitness for assistant coach. Coach, to obtain a USSF National Fitness Level I license. 23 Tyler Kincaid F 5-10 170 Junior Avon, Indiana (Avon) 24 Patrick Kalua F 5-8 155 Freshman Bloomington, Indiana (North) 25 Andrew Braun GK 6-1 175 Freshman Russell, Kentucky (Russell) Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Head Coach: Mike Jacobs Associate Head Coach: Marshall Ray Assistant Coaches: Mike Miller, Steve McCullough Steve Head Trainer: Terry Collins Strength & Conditioning Coach: Joe Hermes Mike Miller Student Trainer: Chad Houchin Student Managers : Joey Raber, Brandt Petty, Chris French Going into his fourth year on the University of McCullough Evansville men's soccer staff in 2009 is Mike Chura...CHUR-uh Kalua...kuh-LOO-uh Menjivar...MEN-juh-var Miller, who works with the Aces’ goalkeepers Steve McCullough has returned to the Pronunciations Edu...ed-DUE Luttrull...LUTT-rull Kieran Purcell...Keer-un pur-Sell and assists with all other aspects of the pro - University of Evansville coaching staff in Boerger...Burger Kreamalmeyer...KREAM-ul-myer Mackay...mac-KIE gram. Miller helped the Aces bring in the na - 2009 after assisting the Purple Aces Bornstein...Born-steen tion's 23rd ranked recruiting class in 2008, twice previously. McCullough served as according to College Soccer News . For the past three years, Miller goalkeepers coach at UE in 1996 and 1997, and from 2002 was a big reason for the steady progress made by Aces' goalkeeper through 2005. Among the players he coached was Troy Perkins, Alec Dufty, who earned all-Missouri Valley Conference honors before who went directly from the University of Evansville in 2003 to the signing with the MLS New York Red Bulls earlier this year. Dufty is now MLS, where he quickly became an All-Star. Perkins is now playing Aces’ Soccer Support Staff with the Columbus Crew. Miller was goalkeepers coach at the Univer - in Europe, and was the top goalkeeper on the U.S. Gold Cup team sity of North Florida before coming to UE in 2006. this summer. “Mike does a great job on and off the field, both with our goalkeepers "Steve has a wealth of experience as a player and coach," accord - and the rest of the team," according to Head Coach Mike Jacobs. "He ing to Head Coach Mike Jacobs. "It is a huge plus to be able to definitely helped contribute to Alec's development, and will mentor add him to our staff." young goalkeepers in that same mold.” The Evansville native and graduate of Evansville Reitz High School Miller has a USSF National Goalkeeper License, a USSF National Li - was an All-Great Lakes Region goalkeeper, team captain, and John Stanley Dr. James MacLeod Sarah Solinsky Dwight Merilatt Al Bragin Rob Mallory Terry Collins Rhonda Holder Director Faculty Sr. Woman Admin./ Associate AD Director Director of Marketing Head Administrative cense, NSCAA National Diploma and NSCAA National Youth License. Most Valuable Player at Marquette University in the mid-90s be - of Athletics Representative Associate AD of Development & Ticket Services Trainer Assistant to the AD He is also a USSF E and D licensed instructor. Miller is a Super Y fore returning to Evansville. He has been active in coaching at the League National Goalkeeper Coach, and serves on the Indiana ODP club level, in addition to his collegiate coaching experience. McCul - state staff. Miller is pursuing a master’s degree in public service ad - lough has coached the Evansville Soccer Club 97 boys for the ministration, with graduation set for December of this year. The native past four years, and was the 2007 Indiana Youth Coach of the of East Brunswick, N.J. was a two-year starter at Jacksonville Univer - Year. He holds an NSCAA National License, NSCAA Goalkeeper sity, where he totaled 84 saves and four shutouts. He made the At - Level 1 and 2, and USSF D License. Steve and his wife, Tamala, lantic Sun all-tournament team as a junior and was a two-time ASC have three children: Caden, Kennedy and Jaxson. Player of the Week. Miller graduated from JU in 2004 with a degree Dr. Andrew Saltzman Pat Wempe Brian Kelly Daryl Buente Gregg Wilson Joey Raber Brandon Gaudin Bart McCune in physical education. He also played for the PDL Cocoa Expos. Team Physical Therapist Physical Therapist Equipment Mental Conditioning Student Manager General Manager WUEV Physician ProRehab PC ProRehab PC Manager Coach WUEV 10 11 SEASON PREVIEW 2009 UE P URPLE ACES The 2008 Purple Aces produced the University of Evansville’s third straight winning season. If the 2009 Aces keep the streak alive, it will be the first time since 1996 that UE has strung together four consecutive winning seasons. #17 Sam Bornstein 6-0 165 Sr. Midfielder Cape Girardeau, Mo. (Cape Central) Something else happened at Evansville in 1996 –the Aces reached the NCAA Tournament for the 11th time in school history. With nine starters and seven other lettermen returning from a squad that posted a 9-7-2 Why UE? record against a schedule full of Top 25 teams, advancing to the NCAA Tournament is now a realistic “I chose Evansville because of the friendly coaching staff goal. and good team atmosphere. Everyone made me feel welcome "As we continue to get strong results against traditional top teams, both during the 2008 and I really liked Coach Jacobs’ view of the game of soccer.” season and our spring exhibition season, the expectations around our program continue to rise," says Aces Head Coach Mike Jacobs. "The challenge for us is to continue to make 2008 – Honorable Mention on MVC Men’s Soccer Scholar-Athlete Team...one these positive strides while managing these expectations." of the first attacking midfielders off the bench...assisted on Tad Kreamalmeyer’s second goal in win over Centenary...versatile player capable of helping the team Here is what Jacobs has to work with as the 2009 season approaches: anywhere on the field. 2007 – Started in four of his last five matches...helped in both the midfield and FORWARDS on defense...one of the reasons why UE held opponents to 1.55 goals per game, the best defensive average since 1997...scored a goal against Drake... assisted Junior Mike Luttrull (9-4-22) earned all-region and all-Missouri Valley on Stephen Minyono’s goal against Belmont. Conference honors in 2008 when he led the MVC in scoring with 1.83 2006 – Chosen as UE’s Most Improved Player...played in 10 matches as a points and 0.75 goals per game. Classmate Tom Irvin (3-11-17) was freshman...one of the Aces’ top reserves...missed several matches in October fourth nationally in assists, and a second team all-MVC selection. with a leg injury...creative player who scored his first collegiate goal in the Aces’ 4-1 victory at Bowling Green...played in the midfield and on defense. Sophomores Tyler Crawford (5-6-16) and Tad Kreamalmeyer (3-1-7) Club/High School – Honorable mention all-state, all-conference and all-district made the MVC All-Freshman Team. Beyond those four, there’s more. at Cape Central...helped lead Tigers to three consecutive District championships, Kieran Purcell , a three-year starter on defense, moved up front this and a 22-6-1 record in 2005...outstanding player at the club level with the versa - spring and led the Aces in scoring. Veteran Sam Bornstein provides tility to play multiple positions. Games/ Game- Personal – Samuel Avery Bornstein...born April 9, 1988 in Boston, Mass...son of depth at forward and in the midfield. A big addition to the squad in the Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners Allan and Nancy Bornstein...has one older brother, Aaron...outstanding student... spring season was junior Tyler Kincaid , a prep teammate of Luttrull who 2006 10/0 31 0 2 0 2007 18/6 12 1130 recipient of the 2008 and 2009 MVC Commissioner’s Academic Excellence was all-conference twice at Division II St. Joseph’s College. Jacobs 2008 18/2 50 1 1 0 Award for maintaining a 3.5 GPA for two consecutive semesters...majoring in has also brought in attacking players Gavin Chura , Patrick Kalua and Totals 46/8 20 2260 mechanical engineering. Jesse Sharp , giving the Aces their most depth up front in years. MIDFIELDERS All-region and two-time all-MVC player Robby Lynch (3-2-8) is the Aces’ #8 Reggie Edu leader in the middle of the field. Senior Reggie Edu is a co-captain this 5-8 155 Sr. Midfielder/Defender Fontana, Cal. (Etiwanda) season with Lynch, and the two could see playing time together in the Why UE? midfield. If not, Edu will return to his outside defender position where he played a key role last season. Crafty sophomore Richard Menjivar (1-7-9) joined “The fantastic coaching staff, and it’s a place I felt I could Lynch on the all-MVC team last fall, and made the MVC All-Freshman Team grow as a player and a person. UE is turning it around, and I along with Kreamalmeyer and Crawford. Senior Dan Gibson (0-4-4) has been a wanted to be part of our new era.” consistent contributor for three seasons. Sophomore Aaron Henkle , a transfer from Akron, figures to see significant playing time this fall as a midfielder or defender after 2008 – Second team all-MVC defender...team captain...moved from midfield to being a key player for the nationally ranked Zips as a freshman last season. marking back...helped defense hold opponents to 28 goals, second fewest since 1992...scored his first collegiate goal against #16 Indiana...assisted on UE’s first DEFENDERS two goals in win over Centenary...excellent 1-v-1 defender and good passer. 2007 – Honorable Mention all-MVC midfielder...chosen for the all-tournament Sophomore Justin Sass stepped into the central defender role right away as a freshman, teams at the Green Bay Nike Classic and the ProRehab Aces Soccer Classic... and he will again man the middle. Sophomore Blake Schneider saw significant playing time helped the Aces hold the opposition to only 1.55 goals per match...assisted on in the midfield last season before moving to left back this spring. Sophomore Jarrett Robbins , Ian McAuley’s goal against Mercer. one of the tallest players in UE soccer history at 6’7”, will compete with junior Mitch Mansfield to 2006 – Stepped into the midfield as a freshman and started in all 17 matches... one of only three UE freshmen to start in each match...scored his first collegiate join Sass in the middle. Senior Ally Mackay gives the Aces experience, and freshman Cole Page will point with an assist against Green Bay...primarily a defensive midfielder. compete with the upperclassmen for playing time. High School/Club – Played in Adidas Elite Soccer Program (ESP) in the summer of 2005...also played for the Pateadores Soccer Club, which participated in the GOALKEEPERS US Club Soccer National Championships in the summer of 2005...all-state player Sophomore Phil Boerger was the understudy in 2008 for Alec Dufty, who went on to play for the MLS New at Etiwanda High School. Personal – Umoh Reginald Edu...born Aug. 11, 1988 in San Bernardino, Cal...son Games/ Game- York Red Bulls and Columbus Crew after his senior season. Although Boerger has only 180 collegiate minutes in Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners of Maurice and Molly Edu...represented UE at the NCAA Leadership Convention goal, the former Parade All-American is already being compared to Dufty. Freshmen Robert Randant and An - 2006 17/17 60 1 1 0 in Orlando, Fla. in June, 2007...recipient of the 2009 MVC Commissioner’s Aca - 2007 20/19 17 0110 drew Braun will be there to push Boerger for playing time. demic Excellence Award for maintaining a 3.5 GPA for two consecutive semes - 2008 18/18 10 1240 ters...majoring in business administration...older brother, Maurice, was the Totals 55/54 33 1460 number one pick by Toronto FC in the 2007 MLS Super Draft and now plays for 12 Rangers FC in the Scottish Premier League. 13 2009 UE P URPLE ACES 2009 UE P URPLE ACES #4 Dan Gibson #6 Kieran Purcell 5-11 170 Sr. MF/Defender Godfrey, Ill. (Marquette Catholic) 5-6 147 Sr. Forward / Defender Wellington, New Zealand (Newlands) Why UE? Why UE? “To pursue my soccer career along with academics, and the “U.S. college soccer provides a good stepping stone toward city of Evansville was amazing.” becoming a professional. I really enjoyed everything about the 2008 – Gave the Aces a spark off the bench...one of the most versatile players Evansville campus and community. Everyone is very supportive.” on the squad, with the ability to defend and also go on the attack...fifth on the 2008 – Could see playing time up front in 2009 after leading the Aces in scor - team with four assists, against Butler, Valparaiso, Centenary and Eastern Illinois... ing during the spring season...left side defender in 2008 who helped hold the op - goes into 2009 as the fourth leading career scorer among active players, with position to 28 goals, second fewest since 1992...technically strong, consistent 16 points. defender...good server of the ball...made assists against nationally ranked teams 2007 – Scored three goals despite taking only five shots...helped the Aces in the UC-Santa Barbara and Indiana...combines excellent skills and speed. midfield and on defense... scored the OT goal to beat UMKC 1-0...tallied a goal in 2007 – Defender who was one of the steadiest players on the team...ranked a 4-1 win over Eastern Illinois...scored in UE’s MVC Tourney quarterfinal tie fourth in MVC with seven assists...assisted on two goals in the Aces’ 3-2 over - against Missouri State, and later added a shootout goal that helped UE advance time win at Butler...made assists in three straight games, against Belmont, Val - to the semifinals for the first time since 1999. paraiso and Mercer... scored his first collegiate goal against Lipscomb... scored 2006 – Scored his first collegiate goal Oct. 3 in 2-1 victory over UMKC...scored UE’s first shootout goal against Missouri State in MVC quarterfinals to help UE the only goal in a 1-0 win during the spring season over Louisville, and added a advance to the semifinals. goal and assist in the Aces’ 2-2 draw with the MLS Kansas City Wizards in April, 2006 – Excellent addition to the defense who earned the Purple Aces’ Ironman 2007 at Overland Park, Kan. Award for leading the squad in minutes played...tallied assists in victories against High School/Club – All-Midwest and All-State defender at Marquette Catholic, Wisconsin-Green Bay and Bowling Green...earned a place on the New Zealand U- where he tallied 64 goals and 38 assists in three seasons...transferred from 20 National Team, which qualified for the U-20 World Cup in Canada; played all Chaminade High School in St. Louis...News-Democrat Player of the Year in 2005- 90 minutes in NZ’s 2-1 loss to Mexico...became the 26th Evansville player to Games/ Game- 06...led Marquette to regional titles in 2004 and 2005...also a key player on the compete for a National Team. Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners Metro United club team. Games/ Game- High School/Club – Began his career with the New Zealand Under-20 National 2006 9/0 31 0 2 0Personal – Daniel Patrick Gibson...born July 15, 1988 in Alton, Ill...son of Rick Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners Team in the winter of 2006, prior to attending UE...earned the Hornal Trophy in 2007 16/9 53 410 1 and Missy Gibson..has one brother, Nicholas...father played soccer at Quincy Col - 2006 17/17 10 02202005, for being the highest achiever in athletics at Newlands...competed in 2008 17/9 21 0440 2007 17/16 14 1790cricket, tennis and squash. Totals 42/18 29 4816 1 lege..National Honor Society member...earned three letters in soccer and two in 2008 18/18 12 0220 basketball...majoring in finance. Totals 52/51 36 1 11 13 0 Personal – Kieran Robert Purcell...born April 27, 1988 in Wellington, New Zealand...son of Robert and Lee Purcell... has one younger sister, Alycia...majoring in sport studies/management. #13 Tom Irvin #2 Ally Mackay 6-3 210 Jr. Forward Collinsville, Ill. (St. Louis U. High) 5-10 190 Sr. Defender Point, Isle of Lewis, Scotland (Nicolson Institute) Why UE? “I had a great feeling when I first stepped on campus. Everyone Why UE? was awesome in helping me with my decision. And I want to be "The facilities at the University of Evansville, and the meetings part of a squad with such a huge history and a great following.” I had with Coach Mike Jacobs." 2008 – Goes into 2009 ranked first among returning UE players with 17 career 2008 – Played in both exhibition matches, but did not get into any regular sea - assists, and second in points with 33...second team all-MVC...had a great comeback son games. season in 2008 by ranking #4 nationally with 11 assists (6th most in UE history) to lead the MVC...#7 in MVC in points...#2 in scoring for UE behind Mike Luttrull...com - 2007 – Stepped into the starting lineup on defense just weeks after coming to bined size with excellent touch to become one of the league’s top players...scored Evansville from his native Scotland...major reason for the Aces holding oppo - against Butler, Western Illinois and Bradley...made two assists against Valparaiso, nents to 1.55 goals, the Aces’ best defensive average since 1997...adept at Creighton and Eastern Illinois...Honorable Mention on MVC Scholar-Athlete Team. getting the ball into the attacking third...tallied four assists –against Valparaiso, 2007 – Redshirted following a pre-season foot injury. Denver, Eastern Illinois and Lipscomb. 2006 – MVC All-Freshman Team member...totaled five goals and six assists... Aces’ Newcomer of the Year...excellent target player...led all MVC newcomers in scoring... High School/Club – Joined the Aces in June, 2007 after attending college for a #5 in the MVC in scoring and #6 in goals scored...tied for team lead in game-win - short time in his native Scotland... came to UE with three years of eligibility under ners with three –against Air Force, North Florida and Missouri State... also scored NCAA rules...excellent central defender throughout his career...represented against Bradley and Drake...collected three points in win over Air Force. Partick Thistle in U17-19 matches...member of Bronze Medal winning team at High School/Club – Second team all-state and first team all-conference, as well as team captain at St. Louis U. High School...scored 15 goals and collected 17 assists Games/ Game- World Island Games in 2005. Games/ Game- for a team-high 47 points in 2006...member of the Metro United club team, where Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners 2006 17/17 28 5616 3 Personal – Alasdair Mackay...born August 20, 1986 in Stornoway, Scotland...son 2007 16/16 70 4 4 0 he was a teammate of current UE players Dan Gibson and Sam Bornstein...mem - of Calum and Catherine Mackay...has two older brothers, Calum and Neil...acad - 2007 REDSHIRTED 2008 0/0 00 0 0 0 ber of the Super Y League regional team that participated in the Super Y League 2008 18/18 27 3 11 17 2 emic major is exercise science. Totals 16/16 70 4 4 0 National Team Camp in 2004. Totals 35/35 55 8 17 33 5 Personal – Thomas Jacob Irvin...born October 14, 1987 in St. Louis, Mo...son of 14 Gary and Cheryl Irvin...has one older sister, Danielle...majoring in psychology. 15 2009 UE P URPLE ACES 2009 UE P URPLE ACES #11 Mike Luttrull #16 Mitch Mansfield 5-10 170 Jr. Forward Indianapolis, Ind. (Avon) 6-1 170 Jr. Defender Evansville, Ind. (Evansville Day School) Why UE? “I loved the friendly atmosphere and the great group of Why UE? “It has excellent academics, I like the size of the school, guys I would be playing soccer with the next four years.” 2008 – Goes into 2009 as UE’s career scoring leader among active players, and I have always wanted to play Division I soccer for with 14 goals and 34 points...NSCAA All-Midwest Region third team forward in 2008... first team all-MVC...first team on MVC Scholar-Athlete Team...finalist for Coach Jacobs.” Academic All-America Team...led the MVC in points per game (1.83) and goals 2008 – Reserve defender who drew the first two starting assignments of his per game (0.75)...led Aces in scoring with 9 goals, 4 assists for 22 points de - career against Centenary and Drake...came off the bench to contribute on de - spite missing 6 matches and most of the 7th with a hamstring injury...all-tourna - fense in five other contests...played well in the air, steady on the ball...notched his ment at Kentucky Classic...Offensive MVP at Aces Soccer Classic...MVC Player of first collegiate goal Aug. 31 in a 3-0 win over Central Arkansas at the University the Week Oct. 6...scored four goals in UE’s first three matches, including two in of Kentucky Invitational. a 3-2 win over nationally ranked Butler...quick, skillful, aggressive player up front. 2007 – MVC Honorable Mention Team and All-Freshman Team...ninth in the MVC in shots per game (2.12)...tied for third on the team in goals with five; fifth 2007 – Versatile player who got into 10 matches in 2007, usually on defense overall in scoring...scored two goals, including the game-winner in OT, to give the but also up front at times...played well in the 2008 spring season, putting himself Aces a 3-2 win at Butler, earning him MVC Player of the Week...also scored in position for more playing time. goals against Valparaiso, Lipscomb and in the MVC Tourney against Missouri State...made assists in wins over Belmont and Western Kentucky. High School/Club – Helped lead Evansville Elite to the Indiana State Cup semifi - High School/Club – Led Westside United to the Indiana State Cup finals five nals in 2005 and 2006...all-state selection at the high school level at Evansville years in a row...captained Avon H.S. to a 17-2-3 record and the Semistate finals Day School, where he played for former UE standout Tom Dragon...second in in 2006...set Avon records for goals (90) and points (200)...second team all- school history in scoring with 58 goals and 51 assists for 167 points...ranked state in 2006...All-Metro West Player of the Year in 2006... academic all- second in the state in assists with 27 in 2005...five-year member of ODP pro - state...Aces Soccer Camp All-Star. Games/ Game- Games/ Game- Personal – John Michael Luttrull...born December 1, 1988 in Indianapolis...son Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners gram...Aces Soccer Camp All-Star. Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners 2007 10/0 30 0 0 0 of Tim and Lisa Luttrull...has one younger sister, C.J., and one older brother, 2007 17/16 36 5212 2 2008 7/2 11 0 2 0 Personal – Mitchell Ryan Mansfield...born April 7, 1989 in Munster, 2008 12/11 37 9422 2 Ryan...National Honor Society member...ranked 17th in graduating class of Totals 17/2 41 0 2 0 Totals 29/27 73 14 6 34 4 478... outstanding student at UE who is majoring in accounting. Indiana...only child of Brett and Monica Mansfield...majoring in criminal justice.
#7 Robby Lynch 6-0 165 Jr. Midfielder Carmel, Ind. (Carmel) #18 Phil Boerger Why UE? 6-2 190 So. Goalkeeper Jamestown, N.D. (Jamestown) “It looked like a fun place to play soccer and pursue my career. Why UE? It has the exercise science program, which I really like. The soc - “I came to UE because of the small class sizes, combined with cer team looked like a place I could fit in and make a difference.” an up and coming soccer program and a great coaching staff.” 2008 – NSCAA All-Midwest Region third team midfielder... second team all-MVC 2008 – The only UE goalkeeper with collegiate experience...played a total of 180 for the second year in a row...honorable mention on MVC Scholar-Athlete Team... MVC Player of the Week Sept. 15...all-Aces Soccer Classic...UE’s representative minutes as a freshman, backing up Alec Dufty...played all 90 minutes and picked on the All-MVC Tournament Team...skilled central midfielder who is outstanding in up the 1-0 shutout over North Florida on Sept. 12, making four saves...also the air...fifth on the team in scoring...scored twice in a 3-1 win over Valparaiso and played the entire contest against #6 and eventual national champion Maryland, once against Drake. giving up four goals and making three saves in a 4-0 loss. 2007 – Top Drawer Soccer Freshman All-American...UE’s first Missouri Valley Conference Freshman of the Year since Pedro Delgado in 1995...second team High School/Club – Member of the US Soccer youth national team pools at the All-MVC...tied for 10th in the MVC in points per game (0.75)...tied for third on the Under-15 and Under-17 age groups...regular participant with the USYSA Region team in both goals (5) and assists (5)...quickly became a team leader in the mid - II ODP team...named to the Interregional All-Star team in 2006...played in the Adi - field, both offensively and defensively...dangerous attacking player... outstanding at das Elite Soccer Program (ESP) in 2006 and 2007, and was named as an All- heading the ball...scored goals against Green Bay, Mercer, and in three consecu - Star in 2007...traveled with the Adidas ESP All-Star team on a trip to England in tive matches –against Eastern Illinois, Indiana and Lipscomb...13 shots on goal in 2007...chosen as the 2007 North Dakota Outstanding Senior Athlete after lead - 21 attempts... tallied assists against Memphis, Mercer, IPFW, Butler and Drake. ing Jamestown to the state tourney. High School/Club – NSCAA High-School All-American, Indiana State Player of the Year and Indiana Gatorade Player of the Year in 2006...led 26-0-0 Carmel to the Personal – Phillip J. Boerger...born June 21, 1990 in Jamestown, N.D...son of 2006 state championship and a #2 national ranking...also served as captain of Games/ Games/ Game- the nationally ranked and state champion Carmel Cosmos club team...Aces Soc - Tom and Lisa Boerger..has one younger sister, Andrea...expects to major in Year Starts Min. GA GAAvg. Saves W-L-T Sho Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners cer Camp All-Star in 2006. sport management. 2008 3/2 180:06 4 2.00 7 1-1-0 1 2007 20/20 21 5515 1 Personal – Robert Seth Lynch...born Aug. 9, 1988 in Susanville, Cal....son of Gary 2008 18/18 23 3281 and Jodi Hubbard...one of four boys in the family...excellent student, majoring in biology. Totals 38/38 44 8723 2 16 photo used with permission from the News-Sentinel 17 2009 UE P URPLE ACES 2009 UE P URPLE ACES #21 Tyler Crawford 5-7 150 So. Forward Columbia, Ill. (Gibault) #10 Tad Kreamalmeyer 5-9 160 So. Forward Troy, Ill. (Collinsville Christian Academy) Why UE? Why UE? “To receive a great education on and off the field, while “I loved the campus and I knew I would be playing soccer making life-long friends in the process.” with a great group of guys.” 2008 – High impact newcomer who was a member of the MVC All-Freshman Team and UK Invitational All-Tournament Team...combined outstanding speed 2008 – Outstanding addition to the squad who broke into the starting lineup and ball skills...left-footed...second on the team with five goals, third in overall mid-season...joined teammates Richard Menjivar and Tyler Crawford on the 13- scoring with 16 points...ranked eighth in the MVC in both goals and points... man Missouri Valley Conference All-Freshman Team...fast, strong attacking scored two goals against second ranked Creighton...scored a goal and made an player...third on the team and 14th in the MVC in goals scored, with three... assist in collegiate debut against Detroit...scored the game-winner in 1-0 win scored twice in 6-0 win over Centenary, and against Eastern Illinois in 3-1 win; over North Florida...also scored against Eastern Illinois...made two assists scored the game-winners in both matches...also assisted on Mike Luttrull's first against Central Arkansas. goal in 3-2 victory over nationally ranked Butler.
2007 – Member of the team at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2007- High School/Club – One of the more heralded players in Illinois... capped off his 08, but did not play in any matches....transferred to the University of Evansville in senior year by leading Collinsville Christian Academy to an NACA #4 ranking na - the summer of 2008. tionally...chosen as an NSCAA All-American from 2004 through 2007, and as a NACA All-American in 2007...totaled 225 goals and 59 assists in his prep ca - High School/Club – NSCAA All-American at Gibault in 2006...led Hawks to reer, including 72 goals and 24 assists in 2007...member of the Metro United 2005 and 2006 IHSA Class A state titles...also played for Metro United FC...to - Soccer Club, which participates in the US Soccer Development Academy...club taled 61 goals and 39 assists... invited to 2006 Adidas camp for the nation’s top teammate of Aces’ midfielder Blake Schneider. 150 incoming seniors. Games/ Game- Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners Personal – Tad Henry Kreamalmeyer...born Sept. 30, 1989 in Alton, Illinois...son of Cody and Gayla Kreamalmeyer...has three older siblings...brother, Luke, was an Games/ Game- Personal – Tyler Lee Crawford...born June 29, 1989 in Clayton, Missouri...son of 2008 18/10 20 3172 all-MVC player at Bradley and went on to play in the USL...expects to major in Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners Gregg and Jane Crawford...older brother, Ryan, played soccr at Missouri 2008 18/13 26 5616 1 sport management. State...older sister, Meghan, played soccer at Louisiana-Lafayette...expects to major in business administration.
#23 Tyler Kincaid #9 Richard Menjivar 5-10 170 Jr. Forward Avon, Ind. (Avon) 5-8 140 So. Midfielder Panorama City, Cal. (James Monroe) Why UE? Why UE? ““I really enjoyed the camaraderie of the players and how “It’s a good school academically, and soccer-wise we can close the team was. The coaching staff is very good, and accomplish great things under Coach Jacobs.” academically, UE is outstanding.” 2008 – Dynamic central midfielder who possesses outstanding ball skills...sec - 2008 – Transferred to the University of Evansville from Division II St. Joseph’s Col - ond team All-Missouri Valley Conference and a member of the MVC All-Fresh - lege in northern Indiana after the first semester of the 2008-09 school year... man Team...the only freshman in the league chosen first or second team played in the 2009 spring season for UE and scored goals in wins over Duke and all-MVC...fourth on the squad in scoring with nine points...second on the team UNC-Wilmington...second team all-Great Lakes Valley Conference and all-Midwest and eighth in the MVC in assists, with seven...member of the ProRehab Aces Region in 2008 at Saint Joseph’s College...led the team in scoring... ranked second Soccer Classic All-Tournament Team...scored a goal in UE’s 2-1 regular season in the GLVC in scoring, with 34 points, and third in goals scored, with 13...ranked win over Bradley...made assists in seven different matches. sixth at SJC in career goals and 10th in career assists after just two years with the Pumas. High School/Club – Highly regarded attacking player...team captain of the LAFC of the U.S. Soccer Developmental Academy, which won the 2007 USL Super-Y 2007 – Great Lakes Valley Conference Newcomer of the Year and third team all- League North American national championship...also led his team to titles in the GLVC...Pumas’ leading scorer with seven goals and 17 points. 2007 Nomads College Showcase and California Cup...played in the prestigious High School/Club – High school teammate of current Purple Aces forward Mike Adidas Elite Soccer Program (ESP), making him the fourth member of that pro - Luttrull at Avon High School, where he received all-conference honors in 2006.... gram to join the Aces this year...MVP at James Monroe High School. member of three-time state runnerup Westside United. Games/ Game- Personal – Richard Guillermo Menjivar...born October 31, 1990 in Panorama Games/ Game- Personal – Tyler David Kincaid...born Jan. 28, 1989 in Indianapolis...son of Keith Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners City, Cal...son of Jose and Elba Menjivar...has three older sisters...academic major Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners and Lisa Kincaid, and stepmother Danine Kincaid...has one sister...majoring in 2007 19/18 41 7317 1 2008 18/18 23 1790 2008 19/19 56 13 8 34 2 is undecided. business administration. Totals 38/37 97 20 11 51 3 All statistics are from St. Joseph’s (Ind.) College 18 19 2009 UE P URPLE ACES 2009 UE P URPLE ACES
#22 Jarrett Robbins #5 Blake Schneider 6-7 185 So. Defender Louisville, Ky. (Male) 5-11 165 So. Midfielder/Defender Wildwood, Mo. (Whitfield)
Why UE? Why UE? “UE has an environment where students care about each “I chose UE because of the great fit academically and athletically. other, and it’s a great place to be.” We have a great coaching staff and great players.”
2008 – Valuable player in the midfield as a freshman because of his skill at dis - 2008 – Expected to move to a central defender position in 2009 after being tributing the ball...played in all 18 matches, and was a starter in six mid-season one of the first attacking players to come off the bench as a freshman in games...took a total of five shots, with one on goal (vs. Central Arkansas Aug. 2008...saw action in all 18 matches...scored a goal in UE's 6-0 win over Cente - 31)...played well on both sides of the ball...good communicator in the midfield. nary...also scored in 3-0 exhibition victory over University of Southern Indiana... has good speed and skills, in addition to being one of the tallest players in the High School/Club – Led Whitfield to the Missouri Class 1 state title in 2004, MVC at 6'7". ‘06 and ‘07...first team all-state in 2005, ‘06 and ‘07...Class 1 Player of The Year...only the third small school player in Missouri history to make the All-Metro High School/Club – First Team All State as a senior...team captain at Louisville Team...attended the Adidas Elite Soccer Program (ESP) in 2007, and was cho - Male, ranked number two in Kentucky...won the Bulldog Cup Most Valuable sen as an All-Star... member of the Metro United Soccer Club, which participates Player Award...key contributor for the Javanon Soccer Club team that won Ken - in the US Soccer Development Academy...club teammate of classmate Tad Krea - tucky State Cup titles in 2006 and 2007, as well as reaching the USYSA Region malmeyer...Aces Soccer Camp All-Star in 2007. II semifinals in 2007...also led his club team to a place in the finals at the Disney Showcase in 2006...member of the Kentucky Olympic Development Program... Personal – Jonathan Blake Schneider...born December 20, 1989 in St. Louis... Aces Soccer Camp All-Star in 2007. son of John and Pam Schneider...has one younger sister, Meagan...expects to Games/ Game- Games/ Game- major in sport management. Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners Personal – Jarrett Edward Robbins...born Nov. 22, 1989 in Louisville, Ky....son Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners 2008 18/0 13 1020of John and Julia Robbins...youngest of five children...major is undecided. 2008 18/6 50 0 0 0
Evansville Active Career Leaders #12 Justin Sass Scoring Goalkeeping 6-1 190 So. Defender New Palestine, Ind. (New Palestine) Mike Luttrull Phil Boerger 14 goals, 6 assists –34 points 180:06 Minutes Played; 4 Goals Allowed Why UE? Goals vs. Butler (2), Valparaiso, Lipscomb, Missouri State 2.00 Goals-Allowed Average; 7 Saves "I wanted to be part of the UE soccer program, and I liked 2007; Butler (2), Detroit, Central Arkansas, Valparaiso, UC 1-1-0 Won-Loss Record; 1 Shutout the coaches and players. They also had a good program in Santa Barbara, Centenary, Indiana, Eastern Illinois 2008 which I wanted to major.” Tom Irvin Games Played 8 goals, 17 assists –33 points Reggie Edu 55 2008 – Stepped into a starting role immediately as a central defender....brings a Goals vs. Air Force, North Florida, Missouri State, Bradley, Kieran Purcell 52 strong physical presence to the back four...good in the air...helped the Aces post Drake 2006; Butler, Western Illinois, Bradley 2008 Sam Bornstein 46 seven shutouts, the most since the 1996 NCAA Tournament team had Dan Gibson 42 eight...assisted on Kipp Erskine's goal against 14th ranked UC Santa Barbara. Robby Lynch 8 goals, 7 assists –23 points Robby Lynch 38 High School/Club – Earned a reputation as a very good central defender at the Goals vs. Green Bay, Mercer, Eastern Illinois, Indiana, Lip - Tom Irvin 35 youth and high school levels...all-state selection in high school...key contributor on scomb 2007; Valparaiso (2), Drake 2008 Mike Luttrull 29 the Carmel Cosmos team that won multiple Indiana State Cup titles...teammate on the Cosmos with current Aces’ midfielder Robby Lynch...led New Palestine Dan Gibson High School to sectional and conference championships in 2006 and 4 goals, 8 assists –16 points Games Started 2007...Aces Soccer Camp All-Star in 2007. Goals vs. UMKC 2006; UMKC, E. Illinois, Missouri State 2007 Reggie Edu 54 Kieran Purcell 51 Personal – Justin T. Sass...born June 20, 1989...son of Daniel and Susan Tyler Crawford Robby Lynch 38 Sass...has one older brother and one younger sister...mother (Susan Rath - 5 goals, 6 assists –16 points Tom Irvin 35 macher Sass) is a 1988 UE grad who played basketball for the Aces...expects to Games/ Game- Year Starts Shots Goals Assists Points Winners Goals vs. Creighton (2), Detroit, North Florida, E. Illinois 2008 Mike Luttrull 27 major in business administration. 2008 17/17 80 1 1 0 20 21 2009 UE P URPLE ACES 2009 UE P URPLE ACES #25 Andrew Braun #3 Aaron Henkle #14 Cole Page #20 Jesse Sharp
6-1 175 Freshman Goalkeeper 5-10 165 Sophomore Defender/Midfielder 5-9 155 Freshman Defender 5-8 165 Freshman Forward Russell, Ky. (Russell) Carmel, Ind. (Carmel) Louisville, Ky. (duPont Manual) Warsaw, Ind. (Warsaw Community) Why UE? Why UE? Why UE? Why UE? “For its reputable standard of academics, the loca - “Good soccer program, good coaching staff, friends “Not only is it a good school, but I also liked the “UE had the major I wanted and the soccer program tion, and high quality coaching staff.” on the team.” family environment that was created by the UE is very good. Also, I felt I fit in with the team High School/Club – All-Region and All-Area selection as a senior at 2008 – Played in 19 matches, including 10 starts, for nationally ranked coaches. ‘Home away from home.’” well.” Russell High School...led Red Devils to 15-3-2 record by allowing only University of Akron...started all four post-season contests for the Zips, 0.83 goals...totaled 31 career shutouts and 226 saves...two-time se - who reached the NCAA Sweet 16 and finished with a 17-2-4 record... High School/Club – Proven leader at the youth level...long time team High School/Club – Leading scorer in Warsaw Community High lection for the Insight Academic All-State First Team...four-year letter - member of a defensive unit that led the nation in goals-against average captain of the Javanon SC ‘92 team that reached the finals of the School history...totaled 50 goals, 29 assists and 127 points...all-state man in soccer, one year each in swimming and football...played for at 0.45 per game...scored his first goal in 8-0 win over Wright State. USYSA national championships in 2008 and 2009...helped lead Ja - selection in 2006 and 2008...led Tigers to three sectional titles and Lexington FC team that won KSSL championship and James Island In - vanon to Kentucky State Cup titles in 2007, 2008 and 2009, the Re - one regional...helped lead the Ft. Wayne Fever Academy team to the vitational...member of West Virginia and Kentucky ODP ‘91. 2007 – Redshirted as a freshman at Akron. gion 2 title, and to a runnerup finish at the Disney Showcase last USL Super-Y League national finals, to the Indiana State Cup champi - onship in 2007, and to the quarterfinals of the USYSA Region II Cham - Personal – Andrew Braun...born January 16, 1991 in Lexington, High School/Club – Club and high school teammate of UE’s Robby December...Javanon finished 2007-08 campaign with 27-7-7 record... pionships...2008 Super-Y national select player...club teammate of Ky...son of Charles and Debbie Braun...has an older sister, Katie...ex - Lynch...career leader in goals, assists and total points for six-time state Kentucky ODP participant and two-year letterman at Manual High pects to major in Environmental Science, and hopes to become a me - champion Carmel Cosmos, who were ranked as high as second nation - School. incoming UE player Gavin Chura. teorologist. ally...IHSAA Tournament MVP in leading Carmel High School to 2006 state title...one of CHS’s top two scorers in each of his four seasons on Personal – Cole Austin Page...born August 4, 1991 in Louisville, Personal – Jesse Thomas Sharp...born December 24, 1990 in Mans - From Coach Jacobs – “Andrew is a good shot-stopper, and should be the team...two-time all-state selection...holds school record for 84 con - field, Ohio...son of Mark and Kelly Sharp...has two older brothers...mem - secutive games played. Ky....son of Ron and Melissa Page...has one younger sister, Scottie... able to provide depth to our goalkeeping corps.” academic major is undecided. ber of Fellowship of Christian Athletes...expects to major in pre-physical Personal – Aaron Kyle Henkle...born Sept. 18, 1988 in Carmel, Indi - therapy. ana...son of Tim and Rhonda Henkle...has one older brother and two From Coach Jacobs – “Cole has the drive and commitment to make older sisters...oldest sister, Amber, was soccer co-captain at Purdue in him an excellent leader among his peers, and has the ability to make From Coach Jacobs – “Jesse is an athletic, hard working attacking 2006...majoring in sports management. everyone around him better. We expect him to be a key contributor player. We look forward to him joining our squad because his style of play blends well with the other attacking players in our program." From Coach Jacobs – “Aaron is an excellent athlete who has the ability for us in the back.” #19 Gavin Chura to contribute on both sides of the ball, and in a number of different roles. We know that he could be a valuable piece of the puzzle in 2009.” 5-9 165 Freshman Forward The 2009 Purple Aces #1 Robert Randant Seniors Fort Wayne, Ind. (Canterbury) 5-11 165 Freshman Goalkeeper Sam Bornstein, Reggie Edu, Dan Gibson, Ally Mackay, Kieran Purcell Why UE? Juniors #24 Patrick Kalua Collinsville, Ill. (Collinsville) Tom Irvin, Tyler Kincaid, Mike Luttrull, Robby Lynch, Mitch Mansfield “Because I loved the coaching staff and the soccer 5-8 155 Freshman Forward Why UE? Sophomores atmosphere, as well as the campus. It is a place Bloomington, Ind. (North) “Because of the good teacher-to-student ratio, as Phil Boerger, Tyler Crawford, Aaron Henkle, Tad Kreamalmeyer, where I can become the best soccer player I am Richard Menjivar, Jarrett Robbins, Justin Sass, Blake Schneider Why UE? capable of being, and the most successful outside well as the great coaching staff the soccer program Freshmen “First time seeing the campus it felt like the per - has to offer.” Andrew Braun, Gavin Chura, Patrick Kalua, Cole Page, Robert Ran - of soccer.” dant, Jesse Sharp High School/Club – One of the highest rated attacking players in his fect fit and the soccer program is on the rise.” High School/Club – Led Collinsville High School to the Illinois state class nationally, despite injuries in his senior year...recognized by Top finals in 2007, and to a Regional championship in 2008...posted nine By Location Drawer Soccer as one of the top 50 prospects in the nation...led both High School/Club – All-state selection who led Bloomington North to solo shutouts and allowed only 0.55 goals as a senior...All-State and New Zealand (1) : Kieran Purcell three consecutive semistate appearances...led the 2008 team in scor - the Chicago Magic and Ft. Wayne Fever Academy to the USL Super-Y All-SWC selection...also made the St. Louis Post-Dispatch All-Metro Scotland (1) : Ally Mackay League national finals...led his Ft. Wayne Fever Academy team to the ing with 21 goals and 11 assists for 53 points; totaled 64 goals and Team...played for the Metro United Soccer Club and St. Louis Scott Indiana (9) : Gavin Chura, Aaron Henkle, Patrick Kalua, Tyler Kin - Indiana State Cup Championships in 2007, as well as a USYSA Region 35 assists in his prep career...member of the Bloomington Cutters Gallagher Illinois...key contributor to their US Soccer Developmental II Championships quarterfinal appearance...member of the USL Super- ‘91 Red team that was a finalist for the Indiana State Cup in 2005, Academy teams...member of the USL Super-Y League ODP National caid, Robby Lynch, Mike Luttrull, Mitch Mansfield, Justin Sass, Y League ODP National Team...key contributor on the Canterbury 2006 and 2007. Team. Jesse Sharp School team that advanced to the IHSAA State Finals in 2006...totaled Illinois (5) : Tyler Crawford, Dan Gibson, Tom Irvin, Tad Krea - Personal – Patrick Professor Kalua, Jr...born April 12, 1991 in 23 goals and 26 assists. Personal – Robert Daniel Randant...born April 6, 1991 in Granite City, malmeyer, Robert Randant Bloomington, Indiana...son of Patrick and Ellen Kalua...has two older Personal – Gavin Matthew Chura...born August 1, 1990 in Albany, Illinois...son of Dan and Anne Randant...has one older sister, Elaine... brothers and one older sister...all three siblings and father played colle - Kentucky (3) : Andrew Braun, Cole Page, Jarrett Robbins N.Y...son of Matthew and Nancy Chura...has one younger sister, outstanding student...academic major is undecided...eventually wants giate soccer...uncle, Harold, played for Tanzania and Malawi National California (2) : Reggie Edu, Richard Menjivar Emily...member of Big Brothers Big Sisters...expects to major in art or to become a dentist. Teams...expects to major in sports management or education. sport management. Missouri (2) : Sam Bornstein, Blake Schneider From Coach Jacobs – “Robert is a very athletic shot-stopper and North Dakota (1) : Phil Boerger From Coach Jacobs – “Gavin has the potential to provide an impact at From Coach Jacobs – “Patrick has been very successful at the youth does a great job reading the game. He will be able to add depth to our this level. His combination of pace and ability to strike the ball make and high school levels, and is versatile enough to be able to add depth goalkeeping corps.” him a very dangerous player in the final third of the field.” in a number of different roles.”
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