The Washington University in St. Louis men's soccer team entered the 2026 season ranked No. 14 nationally, marking the culmination of a program that has steadily climbed under third‑year head coach Andrew Bordelon.
Season Outlook
After finishing last year with a 14‑4‑1 record, capturing the UAA title and advancing to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2007, the Bears open their campaign on September 1 at Francis Olympic Field against Millikin.
The early schedule features road tests at North Park on September 5 and Elmhurst on September 7 before the team returns home for matches against Hanover, Rhodes and DePauw, creating a rhythm that blends travel with campus familiarity.
Returning Talent
A core group of eleven seniors, including Nik Avillo and James Whitehurst, will be honored before the first whistle, while standout performers such as Quentin Gomez — named UAA Defensive Player of the Year — and Ethan Wirtschafter, an All‑Region All‑American, anchor the defense and midfield.
Sophomore Daniel Kochen, who earned UAA Rookie of the Year honors, returns alongside veterans like Quentin Wallace and a host of other experienced players, providing depth and continuity.
New Recruits
The first‑year class introduces five newcomers — Elie Bodner, Nick Lam, Ryan Li, Thomas McNiff and Henry Wong‑Foy — who will join the Bears as they look to sustain the program’s upward trajectory.
Coverage and Streaming
All games will be streamed on FloCollege, with subscription options available through FloSports that deliver live statistics and access to a library of 40,000 events across 25 sports, allowing fans to follow every moment in real time.