Men's Soccer 7/25/2022 6:05:00 PM

Men's Soccer 2022 Recruiting Class

WILMORE, Ky. — The Asbury Men's Soccer team has announced that they will welcome 15 signees to TeamAU in the 2022 class. The Eagles are poised to have a strong 2022 season with viable returners from 2021, combined with this eager incoming class. AU will be led by their head coach Ben Andrews in his 13th year at the helm of this program.

We are very excited about the group of guys we have coming in this year. Not only are we adding quality players, we are adding great people to an already special family. We anticipate a fun and successful 2022 campaign.

Head Coach Ben Andrews

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WHY AU: Asbury is a welcoming university and the culture within it will make me a better person and soccer player.

Jon Gordon

HOMETOWN: Richmond, Ky.

HIGH SCHOOL: Madison Central H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 6'0 | Defender

MAJOR: Sport Management

WHY AU: I chose AU because it gives me a chance to continue to pursue my dream!

Luke Thomas

HOMETOWN: Mason, Oh.

HIGH SCHOOL: William Mason H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 6'3 | Forward

MAJOR: Elementary Education

Why AU: I would say that I chose Asbury because I knew that if I came I would not only get a great education, but also be developed as a whole person. I would develop physically (from soccer) spiritually, and academically at Asbury.

Ethan Kriesch

HOMETOWN: Flushing, Mi.

HIGH SCHOOL: Flushing H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 5'11 | Midfielder

MAJOR: Undecided

WHY AU: I chose AU to further my faith and create long lasting relationships along the way.

Andrew Boehnlein

HOMETOWN: Crestwood, Ky.

HIGH SCHOOL: South Oldham H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 5'10 | Defender

MAJOR: Computational Science

WHY AU: Since the first time I stepped on campus Asbury really felt like home. Everyone at AU is so welcoming and wants to see you succeed.

Crosby Short

HOMETOWN: Huntington, WV.

HIGH SCHOOL: Spring Valley H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 6'1 | Goalkeeper

MAJOR: Marketing

WHY AU: I chose AU because I like how close the community and relationships are, and how you get support in every corner.

Mario Fuentes

HOMETOWN: Lexington, Ky.

HIGH SCHOOL: Bryan Station H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 5'6 | Defender

MAJOR: Business Administration

WHY AU: God calls us to certain destinations for a reason. We may not know the reason why for years, but by putting our faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, we have nothing to fear.

Josiah Wehling

HOMETOWN: Powder Springs, Ga.

HIGH SCHOOL: Hillgrove H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 5'7 | Midfielder

MAJOR: Sport Management

WHY AU: I chose Asbury because it really felt like the perfect fit for me. Getting to do what I love, soccer and filmmaking, while following Jesus.

Israel Carr

HOMETOWN: Mayfield, Ky.

HIGH SCHOOL: Graves Co. H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 5'8 | Midfielder

MAJOR: Media Communications

WHY AU: I really value the close community and kind people that Asbury brings to the table. The people there make you feel welcome and are extremely friendly.

Nathan Gabbard

HOMETOWN: Lexington, Ky.

HIGH SCHOOL: Lafayette H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 6'1 | Midfielder

MAJOR: Business Administration

David Stretch - Marietta, Ga.

David Stretch

HOMETOWN: Marietta, Ga.

HIGH SCHOOL: Hill Grove H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 5'9 | Forward

MAJOR: Business Administration

WHY AU: I experienced a great atmosphere at AU and I have family history at Asbury.

Logan Wiley

HOMETOWN: Warner Robins, Ga.

HIGH SCHOOL: Covenant Academy

HEIGHT/POSITION: 6'0 | Defender

MAJOR: Biology

WHY AU: I chose Asbury University for different reasons. First, the city of Wilmore is similar to my city in terms o fclimate and environment, which will make me feel at home. In addition, the people at AU have treated me very well and have made a way for me to come to school at Asbury.

Mattias Mussegard

HOMETOWN: Buenos Aires, Argentina

HEIGHT/POSITION: 6'1 | Forward

MAJOR: Business Administration

WHY AU: I really liked the small and Christian aspect of the university. The campus and athletics facility are beautiful and I appreciate the opportunity to continue my athletic career here at Asbury.

Xavier Hale

HOMETOWN: Lexington, Ky.

HIGH SCHOOL: Bryan Station H.S.

HEIGHT/POSITION: 5'6 | Defender

MAJOR: Undecided

WHY AU: The Wilmore sunsets are amazing.

Zack Atha

HOMETOWN: New Bern, NC.

HIGH SCHOOL: New Bern Christian

HEIGHT: 6'0

MAJOR: Communications

WHY AU: I chose AU because of the community and the people.

Victor Talemwa

HOMETOWN: Kampala, Uganda

HIGH SCHOOL: Heritage Int. Uganda

HEIGHT/POSITION: 5'11 | Defender

MAJOR/MINOR: Finance/Marketing