After having conceded two early goals in their first two matches, the Bulldogs locked down the Bluejays' attacking third claiming their first shutout Saturday night (Sept. 2).
Concordia let an early nightmare goal slip through against York University for the second game in a row, but once again the Bulldogs stayed unphased rattling off three unanswered.
With the first notch in their 2023 belt, Concordia will open the current week hosting two KCAC opponents starting with York University and Tabor College (Kan.).
With Graceland University (Iowa) down a man in the second half, the Bulldogs capitalized on a penalty kick by the foot of Victor Meneses (59’) kicking in a game winner on Saturday (Aug. 26).
The Concordia men’s soccer team’s quest to “go further” starts this Saturday (Aug. 26) as the defending GPAC Tournament Champion Bulldogs start with a standoff against Graceland University (Iowa).
For its exceptional work in the classroom, the Concordia Men’s Soccer program has garnered the 2022-23 College Team Academic Award from the United Soccer Coaches. Eight Bulldogs had earned Scholar-Athlete honors this past season.
The Concordia University Soccer program will begin its season by receiving votes (RV) in the 2023 NAIA preseason poll. The league office announced the Bulldogs received 27 votes on Wednesday (Aug. 16) which eclipses their highest total in the 2022 season with 11 on Oct. 26.
Featured StoryIf there’s a simple catchphrase that would accurately describe the mantra for Concordia Men’s Soccer it would undoubtedly be: “go further.” The defending GPAC tournament champs hope to expand upon the successes of 2022.
Following the 2022 season as GPAC Tournament Champions, Concordia University moved up three spots ahead of last year's preseason rankings to No. 2 overall in the 2023 GPAC Men’s Soccer Preseason Coaches’ Poll as announced by the league office Thursday (Aug. 10).
Featured StoryThe 2022 season recap booklet commemorates the 2022 GPAC championship season for Concordia Men's Soccer with photos, recaps and features from the season of glory that finished with Coach Weides' team appearing at the national tournament.
Featured StoryThe hiring of Bernie Ochoa ushers in a new era for Concordia Men's Soccer. Ochoa takes over a program looking to build upon a run to the national tournament second round.
Featured StoryNo one has been closer to the Concordia Men's Soccer program for a longer period of time than Dr. Jack Kinworthy, a foundational figure for Bulldog Athletics. 'Happy Jack' describes the opportunity to coach as "one of the thrills of my life."
Featured StoryConcordia Athletics Hall of Famer Bernie Ochoa made his return as Head Men's Soccer Coach. Since the announcement in March, the Bulldogs have begun redefining themselves in preparation for the 2026 season.
Featured StoryIt was an "uncommon" journey indeed for Concordia Men's Soccer. The Bulldogs shook off a rough start and experienced the highs of a GPAC tournament championship and advancement to round two of the national tournament.
Featured StoryBefore a championship could be won in November, the Bulldogs had to find themselves in October. The uncommon journey saw Concordia go from 0-4 to GPAC championship glory.
Featured StorySome of the names and faces have changed, but the expectation of competing for a GPAC championship remains the same. A program known for stellar defensive play returns an All-GPAC player at keeper and two on the back line.
Featured StoryAs a youngster on the soccer field, Nolan Fuelberth was referred to as "The Wall." He's lived up to the moniker as a keeper for the Bulldogs, who are happy to welcome back the respected leader for his fifth collegiate season.
Featured StoryA large class of seniors (fourth/fifth years) was no longer there to set the tone for the Bulldogs this spring. The process of redefining the team is underway as Concordia Men's Soccer attempts to reload.
Featured StoryThe journey of Iker Casanova has included travels from Mexico City to Spain to Concordia Nebraska. Ultimately, year five at CUNE resulted in one of the highest honors ever earned by a Bulldog and a rewarding season that went beyond the accolades.
Featured StoryIn a season that came up one win shy of a national tournament berth, the Bulldogs contended closely for GPAC championships in both the regular season and postseason. Concordia was characterized by its air-tight defensive play.
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