Leon Koehl and Marco Wright, both senior midfielders, have been named to the 2026 NCAA Division I Men's Midfielders to Watch List, a preseason acknowledgment that highlights the talent poised to shape the upcoming season.
Koehl's Rising Profile
Koehl, a German native who earned All‑Big Ten First Team honors in both 2024 and 2025, returned for his senior year after delivering a goal and an assist in a pivotal Big Ten victory. His performances earned him the conference’s Offensive Player of the Week on October 14, and earlier in the season he was recognized by United Soccer Coaches with a Second Team All‑North Region selection after tallying three goals and three assists.
Wright's CAA Impact
Marco Wright, formerly of Campbell, brings a different kind of spark to the midfield. After being named to the All‑CAA First Team in 2025, he finished second on his team in points with 14, comprising five goals and four assists. He capped the season with a two‑goal outing against UNC Wilmington on October 18 and added a decisive strike in the CAA semifinals versus Elon, while also leading the squad in assists during his sophomore year.
His knack for finding the net in high‑stakes matches and his playmaking ability have made him a central figure in his team’s push toward the conference tournament.
Together, Koehl and Wright embody the blend of experience and emerging skill that the watch list seeks to spotlight, promising fans a season filled with dynamic midfield action.