The 2025 campaign ended without the familiar roar of the America East Tournament, marking the first time since 2021 that the Bearcats failed to secure a spot. A combination of injuries and a prolonged scoring slump had eroded confidence, leaving the squad with a void that needed filling before the next season.
A new direction under Tommy Moon
Tommy Moon, a 2014 alumnus and former associate head coach, stepped in as interim head coach after Paul Marco’s retirement. Moon’s vision centers on an attack‑minded approach that prizes possession and creative freedom, while still respecting disciplined structure. He believes that controlling the ball will open space for the team’s most inventive players.
Roster transformation
The spring transfer window brought six newcomers who helped reset the roster, and the group went unbeaten in exhibition matches. Among the returnees, junior Connor Cresswell, Trevor Carr and Natan Jemaneh Admassu share goalkeeping duties, each offering a distinct skill set. In the back line, returning stalwarts Will Mahoney, Ryan Gillon and Saar Almoznino will be joined by fresh transfers Khayr Ogunsanya, Evan Chrysostomou, Jona Meiner and Jack Costa, adding depth and versatility. Midfield will be anchored by Alex Balkey, Gaven Egan and Zach Bonuito, while promising freshmen Parker Moses, Noah Osei‑Tutu and Anninos Nicolaou look to make an impact. Up front, veterans Anthony Randazzo and Marcus Nahim will lead the attack, supported by newcomers Jan Guma and Alex Lorenz.
Schedule and tournament aspirations
The 2026 slate features a blend of home fixtures against familiar rivals such as Mount St. Mary’s and George Washington, interspersed with road tests that will test the team’s resilience. The season will culminate in the America East conference tournament scheduled for November 7‑15, a stage where the Bearcats hope to rewrite their recent narrative and secure a berth that eluded them a year earlier.
With Moon’s philosophy in place and a blend of experience and youthful energy, the Bearcats enter the fall with a clear sense of purpose. The coaching staff and players alike are focused on building a more cohesive unit that can defend staunchly while exploiting creative opportunities in the final third.