2009 Men's Soccer News - Urbana University Athletics

2009 Men’s Soccer News
Blue Knights Fall in Heartbreaking Finale
URBANA, Ohio (November 4, 2009) - The Urbana University men's soccer team saw their 4-game winning streak
come to an end in a season finale heartbreaker on Wednesday night. Taking on a Tiffin team that Urbana had never
beat in 8 previous attempts, the Blue Knights forced overtime but saw the game slip out of their grasp, literally.
On a seemingly harmless shot by Tiffin's Michael O'Neill in overtime, the ball slipped out of keeper John Kolhoff's
hands and trickled into the net for the game-winner. Kolhoff was playing just his 2nd collegiate game in goal, filling
in for the Blue Knights' regular starter Huw Howell-Pryce.
The Dragons opened the scoring with a PK goal in the 19 th minute. The Blue Knights fouled Rhys Cannela in the box,
and Cannela capitalized on the penalty kick, beating Kolhoff for the 1-0 lead.
The game got a little ugly in the second half. As Urbana battled for an equalizer, the referees dished out an
incredible 8 yellow cards and 34 fouls. The Blue Knights finally found the back of the net in the 82 nd minute. Junior
Justin Parmenter got behind the Dragon defense and pounded the ball past the Tiffin keeper to tie the score at 1-1.
Nicodemus George provided the assist, and the stage was set for Tiffin's dramatic win in the 4 th minute of overtime.
With the win, Tiffin improves to 13-4-1, while Urbana finishes at 6-10-1 for the second straight season. [Game
Stats]
Urbana Edges Lions for 4th Straight Win
CINCINNATI, Ohio (November 2, 2009) - The Urbana University men's soccer team captured their 4 th straight victory
tonight at the College of Mt. St. Joseph. The Blue Knights' game with the Lions was added to the schedule last week
after Urbana's originally scheduled home game with St. Catharine's College was cancelled.
Freshman Nathaniel Byrum (London, Ohio/London HS) notched his first collegiate goal in the 80 th minute for the
game-winner. John Kolhoff collected a shutout in his first career game in goal. Huw Howell-Pryce had played every
minute of the season in goal for the Blue Knights before tonight. Kolhoff had 4 saves in the game.
Urbana improves to 6-9-1 on the season after the 4-game winning streak. The Blue Knights wrap up their season at
home on Wednesday, hosting Tiffin University at 3:00 p.m. [Game Stats]
Soccer Game Times Moved Up 1 Hour
URBANA, Ohio (October 30, 2009) - The Urbana University men's and women's soccer game times on Wednesday,
November 4th, have been moved up 1 hour. The women will now play Tiffin at 1:00 p.m., followed by the men's
game against Tiffin at approximately 3:00 p.m. It is the final game of the season for both clubs.
UU Holds Off Storm for 3rd Straight Win

URBANA, Ohio (October 25, 2009) - Using two quick goals, the Urbana University men's soccer team won their third
straight contest this afternoon against the Lake Erie College Storm. The Storm threatened late in the second half,
but the Blue Knights held them off for the 2-1 victory.
Urbana sophomore Hayden Brown (pictured) got the scoring started with a header in the 9 th minute. Brown used
his head to direct the ball into the net after a long pass from junior Justin Parmenter and deflection from sophomore
Robbie Frank. The goal was Brown's first of the season.
Less than 2 minutes later, Parmenter scored his 4 th goal of the season on an assist from sophomore Jordan Herrera.
Herrera took a big hit from a Storm defender but still managed to send the ball ahead to Parmenter who banked the
ball off the right post into the back of the net. Parmenter's insurance goal proved to be the game-winner as the
Storm scored late. It is Parmenter's 2 nd game-winner of the season.
The Blue Knights (5-9-1) finish the season next week with a road game at Mt. St. Joseph's College on Monday
followed by a home finale on Wednesday against Tiffin University. [Game Stats]
Herrera's Heroics are Best of the Week
URBANA, Ohio (October 23, 2009) - Urbana University soccer player Jordan Herrera (Findlay, Ohio/Cory-Rawson
HS) had a week to remember. The sophomore forward played a major role in the Blue Knights' back-to-back wins,
earning Blue Knight Student-Athlete of the Week honors in a very competitive week.
First, Herrera helped his Blue Knights overcome a 2-0 deficit last Friday night against Saginaw Valley State. Trailing
by 2 in the 12th minute, Herrera's assist on a Robbie Frank goal cut the Cardinals' lead in half. Herrera tied the
game in the 66th minute, heading in a goal off a Justin Parmenter corner kick. Unwilling to settle for the tie, Herrera
stayed aggressive. With just over 3 minutes remaining in the contest, Herrera dribbled past the Cardinals' defense
and had just the keeper to beat. Rather than take a difficult shot with the keeper bearing down on him, Herrera
passed the ball to the backside of the box to teammate Eric Warrick. Warrick easily deposited the ball in the back of
the open net for the game-winner. Herrera scored or assisted on all 3 Urbana goals in the win, but he wasn't done
yet.
On Wednesday night, the Blue Knights traveled to Columbus to take on their rivals from Ohio Dominican. Urbana
entered the contest with an 0-7-1 record against the pesky Panthers, but their luck was about to change. In the
14th minute, the Parmenter-Herrera combo struck again. Parmenter sent a crossing pass into the box, where once
again, Herrera was there to head it in for the early 1-0 lead. The Panthers fought and clawed all night to try to find
the equalizer, but the Blue Knights' defense stood pat over the final 76 minutes. Herrera's goal proved to be the
game-winner, the first of his career. Herrera currently leads the team in goals (5), points (12), shots (31), and shots
on goal (14). The Blue Knights wrap up their 2009 season with 3 more matches over the next week and a half.
Herrera's Header Helps UU Past Panthers
COLUMBUS, Ohio (October 21, 2009) - For the second straight game, sophomore Jordan Herrera was heavily
involved in the outcome of a Blue Knights soccer game. Herrera's 14th-minute header held up in Urbana's 1-0
victory over rival Ohio Dominican University tonight at Panther Field. The Blue Knights have now won 2 straight, and
Herrera played the hero once again with his team-leading 5th goal of the season.

Playing under the lights, Herrera's teammate Justin Parmenter sent an early cross into the box. Herrera beat the
Panther defense to the ball and headed it in for an early 1-0 lead. From there, the Blue Knights defense went to
work. The Panthers fired 17 shots in goalkeeper Huw Howell-Pryce's direction. Of the 5 shots on goal, Howell-Pryce
stopped everyone of them to record his 2nd shutout of the season. Urbana also had 5 shots on goal for the night.
Amazingly, the team fired just 2 shots in the first 45 minutes, but they made the most of their limited opportunities
and relied on the team defense and Howell-Pryce to stonewall the Panthers. Urbana improves to 4-9-1 on the year,
while ODU drops to 6-6-2.
The Blue Knights' return home to host the Storm from Lake Erie College on Sunday afternoon. The men's team
will kickoff at 3:00 pm, after the women's game which begins at 1:00 pm. [Game Stats]
Home Game vs. St. Catharine's is Cancelled
URBANA, Ohio (October 21, 2009) - The Blue Knights' home game against St. Catharine's College on Wednesday,
October 28th has been cancelled. In its place, the Blue Knights have scheduled a game at Mt. St. Joseph's College
on Monday, November 2nd at 7:00 p.m.
UU Alumni Enjoy Victorious Homecoming
URBANA, Ohio (October 17, 2009) - On Homecoming Saturday, the Urbana University JV Soccer team took on a
talented team of alumni for the annual Alumni Game. For the second year in a row, the alumni posted a convincing
victory, winning 7-3. The game was played in front of a crowd of friends and family and about 25 former Blue
Knights participated in the annual event.
"As usual, the game was played in good spirits and the weekend was enjoyable for all, especially for our former
soccer players back on campus," said Head Men's Soccer Coach Nick Roberts. Below is a picture of the teams and
coaches following the Alumni's win.
Herrera Shines as UU Overcomes 2-0 Deficit
URBANA, Ohio (October 16, 2009) - On a frigid afternoon, the Urbana University men's soccer ended a 3-game losing
streak with 3 unanswered goals. After falling behind 2-0 in the first 9:03, the Blue Knights stormed back to beat the
Cardinals from Saginaw Valley State University.
The teams began the game with a flurry of action, scoring 3 goals in the first 12 minutes. The Cardinals collected
their 2 nd goal of the game in the 10th minute, but the Blue Knights answered exactly 2 minutes later with a goal by
sophomore co-captain Robbie Frank. Jordan Herrera (pictured above) and Nick Kadoves provided the assists, and
the Urbana comeback had begun.
In the chilly October wind, Urbana's offense provided the heat in the second half. Herrera tied the game on one of
his team-high 4 shots in the 66 th minute. His goal came on a header off a corner kick from Justin Parmenter, but
Herrera saved his best for last.

In the 87 th minute, Herrera received a long pass from Frank. He dribbled past the defense and into the box. Herrera
had a good look at the goal, but he passed on his scoring opportunity to provide a better one for his teammate Eric
Warrick. Warrick had no trouble beating the keeper thanks to Herrera's pinpoint pass. The goal was Warrick's first
of the season, and it proved to be the game-winner as Urbana held on for the 3-2 victory. Herrera scored or assisted
on all 3 Blue Knight goals.
The Blue Knights (3-9-1) hit the road on Wednesday after 5 straight home games. The team travels to Columbus to
take on their rivals from Ohio Dominican University under the lights. Game time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. [Game
Stats]
Blue Knights Drop 3rd Straight to Ranked Opponent
URBANA, Ohio (October 13, 2009) - Facing their third straight nationally-ranked opponent at home, the Urbana
University men's soccer team fell 4-0 to #25 Ashland University this afternoon.
Ashland struck first in the 5 th minute on the games' first corner kick. The Eagles' Ross Ashley headed in a loose ball
for the early 1-0 lead. Nine minute later, Ashley scored his second of the day after his shot ricocheted into the net
off the left post. The Eagles took a 2-goal advantage into the second half. In the 73 rd minute, another ricochet led
to an Eagle goal. This time, an Ashland shot clipped a Blue Knight defender and deflected past keeper Huw Howell-
Pryce. The Eagles' 3rd goal ended Urbana's hope for a comeback. Ashland (7-2-4) tacked on the 4 th goal of the day
on a penalty kick with 7 seconds remaining in the game.
The Blue Knights (2-9-1) host their 5 th straight home game on Friday when they welcome the Cardinals from
Saginaw Valley State University. Game time is 4:00 p.m. [Game Stats]
4th Ranked Falcons Fly Past Blue Knights
URBANA, Ohio (October 10, 2009) - The Urbana University men's soccer team fell to the 4 th ranked Falcons from
Notre Dame College at home on Saturday afternoon. Notre Dame scored twice in a span of 2 minutes late in the first
half and held on for the 5-0 victory.
Urbana had an opportunity to get on the board first in the game's 29 th minute, but Hayden Brown's shot hit the
crossbar. The Falcons' Luke Holmes found the back of the net 4 minutes later for the 1-0 lead. Notre Dame (9-1-1)
showed how they have become a national powerhouse with an aggressive attack for the remainder of the match.
The Blue Knights (2-8-1) are back at home on Tuesday to host Ashland University. Game time is 4:00 p.m. [Game
Stats]
Blue Knights Fall Short Against #23 MVNU
URBANA, Ohio (October 3, 2009) - On a blustery day on the campus of Urbana University, the Blue Knights men's
soccer team dropped a 3-0 decision to the 23 rd ranked Cougars from Mt. Vernon Nazarene University. The Cougars
used 2 first half Chris Mast goals to build an early lead and the visitors never looked back. The Cougar defense
tightened in the second half, and Mast earned a hat trick with his 3 rd goal of the day in the game's 81 st minute.

Urbana's best chance for a score came on back-to-back shots by Hayden Brown. A Cougar defender stopped the
first and the keeper regrouped to save the second.
The Blue Knights (2-7-1) play again at home next Saturday afternoon. They host the nationally-ranked Falcons from
Notre Dame College at 2:00 p.m. [Game Stats]
Parmenter's Performance is Week's Best
URBANA, Ohio (October 2, 2009) - Urbana University men's soccer player Justin Parmenter (Grove City,
Ohio/Grove City HS) has been named the Blue Knight Student-Athlete of the Week. Parmenter provided both Blue
Knight goals in Urbana's 2-2 tie with the University of Findlay on Wednesday night. His first goal came with 1:06
remaining in the first half. Parmenter got behind the Oiler defense, thanks to a pinpoint pass from teammate Adam
Craddick, and beat the keeper to erase a 1-0 deficit. Parmenter's second goal gave the Blue Knights a 2-1 lead in
the 75th minute. The junior forward corralled a pass from sophomore Robbie Frank, and from about 25 yards out,
Parmenter sent a diving shot over the keeper's head and into the back of the net.
Parmenter has been on a roll lately. He fired a game-high 6 shots against Findlay, including 3 shots on goal. He
nearly pulled off a hat trick in the 78th minute, but his shot sailed just over the crossbar. After missing the first 2
games of the season, Parmenter has played his way into the starting lineup. He leads the team in points (7), and he
is tied for the team lead in goals (3) with teammate Jordan Herrera. This week, he also had an assist against
Otterbein. On September 15th, Parmenter netted his first career goal, a game-winner at Marian.
Parmenter and the Blue Knights look for continued improvement tomorrow as they host #23 Mt. Vernon Nazarene
University. Game time is scheduled for 2:00 p.m.
Blue Knights Settle for Tie Against Oilers
URBANA, Ohio (September 30, 2009) - On a brisk, sunny afternoon the Urbana University men's soccer team battled
to an exciting 2-2 tie with the University of Findlay. Urbana tied the game at 1 goal apiece with 1:06 left in the first
half, and Findlay pulled off the same feat with 1:12 remaining in the second half.
The match opened with 35 back-and-forth minutes before the Oilers struck first. Findlay's Mate Farkas deposited the
ball in the back of the net after assists from teammates Kyle Pahren and Brennan Williams.
With just over a minute remaining in the first half, Urbana had an answer. Senior midfielder Adam Craddick sent a
pass to a streaking Justin Parmenter. The junior got behind the Oiler defense and beat the keeper in the left corner
to tie the score at 1.
The second half started much like the first. The two evenly matched teams battled for field position and scoring
opportunities. Urbana's Joey Perkins sent a pinpoint pass ahead to co-captain Robbie Frank. Frank's header to the
right post was deflected by a diving Findlay keeper. The ball ricocheted off his hand and hit the post before being
cleared by the defense.
Urbana just missed on that scoring opportunity, but they wouldn't miss on their next. This time, Frank sent a pass to
Parmenter in the middle of the field. Parmenter corralled the pass from 30 yards out and collected his second goal of
the day on a bloop shot over the keeper's head.

The Blue Knights appeared to be on their way to their third win of the season, but with 1:12 left on the clock, Findlay
scored the equalizer. Corey Keister beat Urbana keeper Huw Howell-Pryce in the top right corner to send the game
to overtime.
Team defense shined in the extra frames. Urbana mounted a furious charge in front of the home crowd, but Findlay
keeper Matthew Brooks made more a couple game-saving diving stops. Justin Parmenter (pictured) nearly pulled
off a hat trick late in the contest, but his shot sailed over the keeper's head. Findlay's best opportunity came on a
shot in the second overtime that hit the crossbar before the Blue Knights' defense could clear the ball. Urbana out
shot Findlay 5-3 in the extra periods, but the Blue Knights had to settle for a 2-2 tie.
The Blue Knights (2-6-1) are home for their next four contests. The team hosts the nationally ranked Cougars from
Mt. Vernon Nazarene this Saturday, October 3 rd at 2:00 p.m. [Game Stats]
Urbana Upended at Otterbein
WESTERVILLE, Ohio (September 26, 2009) - For the second straight game, the Blue Knights men's soccer team fell
to the Cardinals. This time, it was the Otterbein Cardinals who got the best of Urbana in a 6-2 win on Saturday
afternoon.
Otterbein raced out to a 4-0 lead in the first half. Urbana answered early in the second half on a goal by junior Nick
Kadoves. Kadoves headed in Urbana's first goal of the game in the 49th minute off a crossing pass from fellow
junior Justin Parmenter. Otterbein's Matt Beckett ended any hopes of a comeback with his 4th goal of the day in the
70th minute. The Cardinals would tack on another goal before Urbana's Jordan Herrera ended the scoring with a
header off a pass from Hayden Brown in the 81st minute.
With the loss, the Blue Knights fall to 2-6 on the season. The team returns home for a match on Wednesday against
the University of Findlay. Game time is at 4:00 p.m. [Game Stats]
Cardinals Clip Blue Knights
URBANA, Ohio (September 20, 2009) - The Urbana University men's soccer team took a tough loss at home today in
a light rain against the Wheeling Jesuit University Cardinals. The Blue Knights appeared to be in control after a
scoreless first half, but a questionable call changed everything in the 66 th minute of WJU's 2-1 win.
Controversy erupted when the referee granted a penalty kick to the Cardinals after it appeared that the player
slipped on his own accord in the box. On the penalty kick, Blue Knight keeper Huw Howell-Pryce got a hand on the
shot, but it still deflected into the back of the net for the day's first goal.
Less than 3 minutes later, WJU's Paul Silverstrone struck again, this time without controversy. Silverstrone fired a
rocket of a shot over the keeper's head from nearly 35 yards out. The goal proved to be the game-winner as an
inspired Urbana squad mounted a furious rally.
With just over 2 minutes remaining, the Blue Knights' effort paid off with a Nick Kadoves' (pictured) goal to cut the
deficit in half. Kadoves used assists from defender Nicodemus George and midfielder Cody Meier to collect his first
goal of the season, but it would be too little, too late. The Cardinals milked the final 2 minutes off the clock and left
with their 5 th victory of the year. Urbana dropped to 2-5 on the young season.

The Blue Knights will try to get back in the win column next Saturday at Otterbein College. The teams kick off at
2:00 p.m. [Game Stats]
Blue Knights Get Back on Winning Track
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (September 15, 2009) - The Urbana University men's soccer team ended a 4-game losing
streak on Tuesday night, knocking off the Marian University Knights by a score of 2-0. Urbana and Marian ended a
scoreless first half before Blue Knight junior Justin Parmenter (Grove City, Ohio/Grove City HS) came off the bench to
net the first goal of the game in the 54th minute. Less than 3 minutes later, sophomore Robbie Frank (Kitchener,
Canada) provided some insurance with Urbana's 2nd goal of the contest. The Blue Knights' defense tightened and
goalkeeper Huw Howell-Pryce (Wallingford, England) notched his first shutout of the season. Howell-Pryce had 7
saves on the night.
Urbana (2-4) will look to stay in the win column as they host Wheeling Jesuit University on Sunday in their home
opener. The men's game is scheduled to start at 3:00 p.m., after the women's game at 1:00 p.m. [Game Stats]
Bears Beat Blue Knights 1-0
CHARLESTON, W.V. (September 13, 2009) - The Urbana University men's soccer team dropped a close contest today
against West Virginia Tech. The Bears got a goal in the 56th minute and held on for the 1-0 win. Urbana has dropped
4 straight contests since their season-opening win at Gannon. The Blue Knights hope to halt the losing streak on
Tuesday night as they travel to Indianapolis to take on the Marian Knights at 7:30 p.m. [Game Stats]
Blue Knights Show Improvement, Fall to Bobcats
WVWC breaks 1-1 tie, wins 3-1 over visiting UU
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia (September 12, 2009) - The Blue Knight men's soccer team faced off against the
Bobcats of West Virginia Wesleyan College today. The boys had a hard fought match on the pitch, but came up
short, losing 3-1. The game was tied 1-1 at half time after freshman Ryan Kleman evened the score off a corner kick
from Joey Perkins. For Kleman, the goal was the first of his collegiate career. The second half was a tough one for
Urbana with the Bobcats edging the Blue Knights and gaining the edge with 2 goals. The Knights are back in action
tomorrow against West Virginia Tech at 2:00 p.m. [Game Stats]
Follow the Blue Knights Live on Saturday
Urbana travels to Buchhannon, West Virginia to take on the powerhouse Bobcats
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia (September 12, 2009) - The Urbana University men's and women's soccer teams take a
trip through West Virginia this weekend to take on West Virginia Wesleyan College on Saturday afternoon, followed
by a Sunday doubleheader at West Virginia Tech. You can follow the games at WVWC on Saturday LIVE by
CLICKING HERE to follow the Bobcats' Live Game Tracker. The men kickoff at 3:00 p.m., followed by the women's
game at 5:00 p.m. On Sunday, the women begin at 12:00 p.m., followed by the men's game at 2:00 p.m.
Blue Knights Drop 2nd Straight
Northwood hands Urbana its 2nd straight 3-0 loss

MIDLAND, Michigan (September 9, 2009) - Northwood University scored 3 first half goals to knock off the visiting
Blue Knights this afternoon in Michigan. The Timberwolves struck first in the 18th minute and didn't look back.
Northwood outshot Urbana 19-9. Blue Knight keeper Huw Howell-Pryce had 8 saves in the contest, but the Urbana
offense struggled to generate any goals.
Urbana drops to 1-2 on the season. The Blue Knights return to action on Saturday at West Virginia Wesleyan
College. They play the first game of a doubleheader with the women's team. The men kick off at 3:00 p.m. [Game
Stats]
Mercyhurst Beats Blue Knights
Lakers score early and often in 3-0 victory
ERIE, Pennsylvania (August 30, 2009) - Mercyhurst College used a 9 th minute penalty kick to get on the board early
in today's contest against Urbana University. Playing in front of the home crowd, the Lakers fed off the early goal
and found the back of the net twice more in the next 23 minutes. The Laker defense allowed just 7 Blue Knight
shots the rest of the day to earn the 3-0 shutout victory.
Urbana drops to 1-1 on the season, while Mercyhurst improves to 1-1. The Blue Knights return to the field next
Wednesday night (September 9) at Northwood University. [Game Stats]
Kolhoff's Late Goal Nets Win for Blue Knights
A trio of sophomores propel UU to 3-1 win in season opener
ERIE, Pennsylvania (August 28, 2009) - Playing his first collegiate varsity soccer game, sophomore John Kolhoff
(Toledo, Ohio/Start HS) made a dramatic first impression. With the game knotted at 1 goal apiece, Kolhoff (pictured)
netted a game-winner in the 82 nd minute under the lights at Gannon University. For good measure, Kolhoff added an
assist on sophomore Jordan Herrera's (Findlay, Ohio/Cory-Rawson HS) insurance goal in the 87 th minute to secure
Urbana's season-opening 3-1 win.
It's the first time Urbana has won on the road to open a season since 2006. The Blue Knights defeated Tri-State
University that year en route to an 11-7 record.
The Blue Knights struck first in the contest when sophomore Joey Perkins (Pickerington, Ohio/North HS) found a
streaking Herrera who beat the Gannon goalkeeper in the upper right corner in the 20 th minute. Herrera's 2 goals
were twice as many as he scored during his freshman season last year.
New Urbana goalkeeper Huw Howell-Pryce (Wallingford, England) had 10 saves on 28 Gannon shots. Gannon
out-shot Urbana 28-9, but the Blue Knights' super sophomores made the most of their opportunities.
Urbana remains on the road this weekend to take on Mercyhurst College on Sunday afternoon at 3:00 pm. [Game
Stats]
Blue Knights to Travel to England in 2010

Preseason schedule to feature 3 International match-ups
URBANA, Ohio (June 29, 2009) - Urbana University Men's Soccer Head Coach Nick Roberts recently announced that
the Blue Knight men's soccer team will travel to England to complete a pre-season tour in the summer of 2010. The
Blue Knights will play 3 international games in August, 2010.
The tour will travel to London and Chester, England, where the team will play 3 pre-season games against top-level
overseas competition. The team will also train in England and visit English Premier League clubs on the tour. The
Blue Knights will attend professional games, and the trip will also feature cultural visits, such as guided tours of
London, staying in the historical Roman City of Chester and a visit to the city of Liverpool.
The team will begin fundraising for the international program in the fall (2009).
"The international tour for the soccer program here at Urbana University is going to become one that every class will
experience," explained Coach Roberts. "We will offer this type of international tour once every four years. It is
important to the University and the soccer program that we can offer programs that encourage international travel
and experiences as part of a student and athlete's experience."
The trip is optional, but all players on the Urbana University men's soccer roster can take advantage of this offered
program. To view the itinerary, click on this link. For further details, contact Coach Nick Roberts at
nroberts@urbana.edu .
The Blue Knights will open the 2009 season against 2 highly regarded NCAA Division II program in Erie,
Pennsylvania. First, the Blue Knights will play Gannon University on August 28 th , followed by a match-up
with Mercyhurst College on August 30 th . Coach Roberts will lead the Blue Knights against his alma mater,
Mercyhurst, where he was an all-conference player from 1989-1993.
Blue Knights Add 2nd Wave of Recruits
Urbana Signs 7 More for '09
URBANA, Ohio (June 29, 2009) - Urbana University Men's Soccer Head Coach Nick Roberts announced the signing
of 7 more recruits for the 2009-10 season. According to Roberts, "This is the second wave of recruits for 2009.
These talented student-athletes will form a talented group of players at Urbana University for the next few years."
"There is a mixture of local talent from Ohio and players we have recruited from as far away as the United Kingdom
and Bosnia," added Roberts. "I am optimistic that we are not only putting together a group of talented student
athletes, but also a group of diverse individuals that will bring the popularity of soccer from around the world to our
University."
Further details on the new recruits can be found by clicking on their names below.
Danijel Durec - Goalkeeper, Doboj, Bosnia
Huw Howell-Pryce - Goalkeeper, Wallingford, England
Aaron Wong-You - Central Defender, Scarborough, Canada
Colton Goforth - Defender/Midfielder, Dayton, Ohio
Stefan Brisevac - Forward, Kitchener, Canada

Chris Thornburg - Midfielder, West Liberty, Ohio
Tyler Wilson - Midfielder, Dunkirk, Ohio
Men's Soccer Team Signs 5 for '09
Kleman, Slack, Brown, Cannon and Byrum to join the Blue Knights
URBANA, Ohio (March 23, 2009) - Urbana University Men’s Soccer Head Coach Nick Roberts announced the signing
of several key players for the 2009-10 academic year.
“It gives me great pleasure to announce the signing of these five players that will become a part of our developing
program," said Roberts. "These players all have excellent playing and academic backgrounds, and I have no doubt
they will contribute significantly to Urbana University on and off the field.”
The new Blue Knight signees are listed below. To view their career achievements, as well as some pictures of their
signings, click on the student-athletes' names.
Ryan Kleman - Defender, Kalida HS, Kalida, Ohio
Andrew Slack - Fullback/Outside Midfielder, Westerville Central HS, Columbus, Ohio
Hayden Brown - Outside Midfielder, Hilliard-Darby HS, Columbus, Ohio
Jordan Cannon - Central Midfielder, St. Columbia's HS, Greenock, Scotland, UK
Nathaniel Byrum - Forward, London HS, London, Ohio