HOUGHTON, N.Y. -- Houghton men's soccer Head Coach
Bobby McColl is pleased to announce the 10 players that make up his 2021-22 recruiting class.
"I am very excited about our 2021 class," said McColl. "This is a group that will compete for playing time, will push the returning players and will represent the college and the men's soccer program well."
Nine of the 10 players hail from New York State, with one coming from Pennsylvania. The recruits include nine freshmen and one transfer.
Below is the recruiting class with comments from McColl.
Aidan Fish
Fairport, NY / Fairport High School
Midfielder
Aidan is a versatile soccer player who can play in a number of positions. He brings athleticism and a high work rate on the field. He is someone who possesses excellent leadership skills.
Caleb Bailey
Churchville, NY / Churchville Chili High School
Forward
Caleb brings an attacking threat to the team. He is strong, powerful and athletic and can also play in a couple of different positions.
CJ Stout
Lewisberry, PA / Red Land High School
Defender
CJ is an intelligent defender who reads the game well. He is comfortable with the ball at his feet and can play in a couple of different positions in defense.
Alex Kalivoda
Binghamton, NY / Chenango Forks High School
Midfielder
Alex is a midfield player who brings excellent technical ability, vision and a good understanding of the game. He is a creative player that will add to our offensive options.
Josh Ludolph
Rochester, NY / West Irondequoit High School
Goalkeeper
Josh is a well-rounded goalkeeper. He is an excellent shot stopper, he is aggressive and is good with the ball at his feet. He will bring competition to the goalkeeper position.
Will Eby
Honeoye Falls, NY / Honeoye Falls Lima High School
Forward
Will is a direct player who can play in a couple of attacking positions. He brings athleticism, strength and a goal threat. He is someone who will bring a lot of energy to our team.
Sam Carpenter
Grand Island, NY / Grand Island High School
Goalkeeper
Sam is an intelligent goalkeeper who brings a strong physical presence and good technical ability. He will bring competition to the goalkeeper position.
Carter Benham
Watertown, NY / Watertown High School
Forward
Carter is a creative player who possesses excellent technical ability. He brings an ability to find the right pass in the final third and his carries a goal threat.
Hunter Byron
Williamson, NY / Williamson Senior High School / Finger Lakes Community College
Forward
Hunter brings speed and a goal threat. As a junior college transfer, he also brings experience playing at the college level and is comfortable in a couple of different attacking positions.
Mason Cool
Houghton, NY / Fillmore Central School
Midfielder
Mason is midfielder who is comfortable on the ball and is intelligent in possession. He is currently recovering from ACL surgery and will red shirt in the fall.
