Aces 2007 Evansville 2, MLS KC Wizards 2 April 7, 2007 Overland Park, Kan. THE UNIVERSITY REACHING UE Credits: Name: University of Evansville (AREA CODE 812) The 2007 UE men’s soccer guide was Location: 1800 Lincoln Ave., Evansville IN 47722 University of Evansville: 1-800-423-8633 written and edited by the UE sports Enrollment: 2,423 Soccer Coaches: 488-1015 information department. Covers and layout design by Austin Scott. Photos by Nickname: Purple Aces Soccer E-Mail: [email protected] Bill Vieth, Tim Williams, Mark McCoy, Colors: Purple, Orange & White Soccer SID Bob Boxell: 488-2285, 760-4273 (cell) Lois Patton, Newman Lowrance. Conference: Missouri Valley Conference SID Fax / E-Mail: 488-2090 / Printing by Schutte Lithography, Inc., President: Dr. Stephen Jennings [email protected] Evansville, Indiana. Special thanks to Faculty Representative: Dr. James MacLeod Sara Paulin and Sam Marx. Athletics Director: John Stanley SOCCER STAFF UE SOCCER HISTORY Head Coach: Mike Jacobs (Pace U. ‘93) First Year: 1974 Record At Evansville: 9-8-0 (1) All-Time Record: 361-242-55 (33 years) Assistants: Marshall Ray (Evansville ‘00), NCAA Tournaments: 11 Mike Miller (Jacksonville ‘04), Robbie Roate 2007 ProRehab 1982...15-3-4 (NCAAFirst Round) (Evansville ‘07) 1984...17-5-0 (NCAA Second Round) Aces Soccer Classic Academic Advisor: Deb Kassenbrock One of the longest running tour- 1985...21-1-2 (NCAA Final 4) Strength & Conditioning Coach: Brady Holt naments in collegiate soccer is the 1986...17-3-2 (NCAA First Round) Soccer Trainer: Terry Collins ProRehab Aces Soccer Classic, in 1987...16-8-0 (NCAA First Round) Student Trainer: Kasey Wahl its 20th year in 2007. 1988...15-5-2 (NCAA First Round) Team Physician: Dr. Andrew Saltzman Friday, Sept. 21 1989...19-4-0 (NCAA First Round) Physical Therapist: Pat Wempe Memphis vs. IPFW 5:00 1990...24-1-2 (NCAA Final 4) Mental Conditioning Coach: Dr. Gregg Wilson Evansville vs. Mercer 7:30 1991...15-5-3 (NCAA First Round) Supervisor Of Grounds: Bob Dale 1992...11-9-3 (NCAA First Round) Sunday, Sept. 23 Equipment Manager: Daryl Buente Memphis vs. Mercer 12:00 1996...18-5-0 (NCAA First Round) Student Managers:Andy Brick, Joey Raber,Brandt Evansville vs. IPFW 2:30 Petty all times central CHAMPIONSHIPTRADITION•ACADEMICEXCELLENCE•INTEGRITY 1 The Aces’ Soc ew programs in college soccer can match the success that the Purple Aces’ men’s soccer pro- gramF has produced: 11 NCAA Division I Tournament appearances, including two College Cups; 14 All- Americans; 22 Academic All-Americans. UE’s David Weir, a native of Scotland, was the first U.S. collegiate player to compete for a European team in “Let me say this to all the the World Cup. Three former Evansville players are “To play for the Aces from student-athletes attending playing for MLS teams in 2007. ‘92-95 was an experience like UE: Remember that soccer no other. Once I put on the is part of the package that Aces’ jersey, it was like I felt a UE has to offer. The pack- special energy that gave me age being academics, social the motivation to succeed. It aspects and athletics. I can was like no one could touch guarantee you that UE is a us, and we played with that great package. The secret thought process. Our overall is to be able to balance the demeanor commanded three parts of the package. respect from our opponents.” If you are able to do it, you Tony Jones ‘96 will have a great experience at UE.” “My experience at UE was a Frank D’Amelio ‘81 valuable part of my develop- ment as an athlete, and more importantly, as a person. "There was nothing better Being part of a successful than running out on the field soccer program was a very to a few thousand fans on an rewarding experience. The absolute stunning stadium / relationships I made, the field. It was truly an honor opportunities I had, the suc- to put that Aces’ jersey on and cess we achieved, all hold a represent such a rich history special place in my heart for of soccer." this town and this university.” UE’s David Weir became one of Europe’s Brad Henderson ‘01 top players. He is now with the Glasgow Dan Balassi ‘87 Rangers. 2 CHAMPIONSHIPTRADITION•ACADEMICEXCELLENCE•INTEGRITY cer Experience Tim Williams (3) ow, Head Coach Mike Jacobs is rebuilding the UE’s Alec Dufty and culture and tradition of Evansville Soccer. In Freddie Adu at the U.S. U-20 National Team N2006, Jacobs’ first as head coach, the Aces produced UE All-American match vs. Argentina their best non-conference record since 1996, and Scott Cannon their best conference finish since 1999. Plus, their “It only took a few weeks “I can honestly say that my overall record was ranked as the most improved in on campus to figure out I time playing soccer at UE the nation among all Division I schools. UE made the right decision. At was the greatest soccer defender Kieran Purcell made the New Zealand U- UE, you can’t help but get experience of my life. I 20 National Team, and goalkeeper Alec Dufty was to know all the professors, would give anything to students and those in the have one more year.” called in with the U.S. U-20 Team. Good things are community.” happening at the University of Evansville! Dustin Ottesen ‘00 Marty Mattingly ‘90 “I was lucky to be part of a very successful Aces’ soccer program. The campus was part of a great community with students from all different back- grounds, cultures and experiences. The professors and academic support were great, which was reflected by many of my teammates’ outstanding academic achievements. I am still in regular con- tact with many of the lads I played with at UE. We follow each other’s careers and support each other through the highs and lows of life. All those things that unite you in the heat of competition in your playing days don't leave you. Whatever I may be fortunate to achieve in the game and in life, my Evansville experience will always be highly placed in my memories." Paul Nevin ‘91, Former Manager, New Zealand Knights FC CHAMPIONSHIPTRADITION•ACADEMICEXCELLENCE•INTEGRITY 3 Coach Mi Bill Vieth he University of Evansville soccer program came a long way in 2006, a direct result of Mike Jacobs taking over Tthe leadership of the program as head coach. The Purple Aces produced the nation’s most improved record last season, winning seven more games than the year before to finish at 9-8-0. That wasn’t all. UE in 2006 post- ed its best non-conference record (7-3-0) since 1996, and the Purple Aces' fifth place finish in the highly regarded Missouri Valley Conference was their highest since 1999. “We can look back on last season and know that our team built a foundation for the future,” Jacobs says. “Now it’s time to work from that foundation and continue improving.” Jacobs impressed the entire Evansville soccer community last year with his spirit, confidence and hard work. He came to Evansville with knowledge of the program, having served as an assistant coach 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. He embraced the returning squad members and then added 12 newcomers for the 2006 season, four of whom had Division I playing experience. “It’s important that we reconnect with the Evansville soccer community and our alumni,” Jacobs says. “We placed a big emphasis with our players on the responsibility we have to give back to the community. We want our players to know that Evansville is one of the best places in the country for college soccer. This is truly a special place.” In the four years prior to 2006, Jacobs served as the top assistant coach at Duke University, where he helped lead coach John Rennie’s Blue Devils to three NCAA Tournament appearances, including the semifinals of the 2004 College Cup. The 2005 Blue Devils won the ACC Championship. In the season before Jacobs’ arrival on the The Jacobs family celebrates UE’s first victory of 2006 Duke campus, the Blue Devils suffered through their worst Top: Jennifer, Mike and Amanda. Below: Daniel, Allison, and Katherine season in school history, at 8-10-1. Jacobs was named inaugural winner of the NSCAA National Assistant Coach of the and USL Super Y-League national staff coach, Jacobs has helped Year award in 2004. He was listed by College Soccer News as develop a number of professional players, including Stefan one of the ‘Top Assistant Coaches in the Country’ four years in a Miglioranzi of the English First Division, Blake Camp and row. Jordan Cila of the New York Red Bulls, and Brad Guzan with Jacobs is a 1993 graduate of Pace University in Pleasantville, Chivas USA of Major League Soccer. N.Y. He was Head Coach at Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y. Jacobs holds a USSF ‘A’ license and an NSCAA Advanced from 1996-99, and was the 1997 Metro Atlantic Athletic National Diploma. He has been a leader in the growth of colle- Conference Coach of the Year after taking a team that finished giate soccer, serving as NSCAA New York Region chairman, 1-17-1 in 1996 and leading the Gaels to a 12-6 record in ‘97. At and as a member of the Great Lakes Region ranking committee. age 24, he was the youngest Division I Head Coach in the coun- Coach Jacobs is the author of articles in NSCAA publications, try, and from 1997 to ‘99 Jacobs led the Gaels to their best and Jacobs co-authored a chapter in ‘The Soccer Coaching three-year record ever.