6/16/2015
Campbell, Howell Join Up With Jamaican U23 Squad for Olympic Qualifying
Valparaiso University junior goalkeeper Nico Campbell and sophomore midfielder Ramone Howell returned Monday, June 15 to their home island nation to join the Jamaican u23 national team in preparation for the next round of Caribbean Zone qualifying for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil.
5/15/2015
Men’s Soccer Finalizes 2015 Recruiting Class
Valparaiso men's soccer coach Mike Avery and his staff announced the addition of five student-athletes to the 2015 recruiting class on Friday.
5/8/2015
Men’s Soccer Celebrates 2014-15 Award Winners
Valparaiso men's soccer head coach Mike Avery announced on Friday the winners of the program's annual team awards for the 2014-15 year.
4/27/2015
#RockTheBrown Fan Voting Is Now Open
The Valparaiso men's soccer team is asking for your help in picking their 2015 away uniforms. Voting will be open for the next 48 hours.
4/21/2015
Men’s Soccer Announces Partnership with Color 4 a Cause
Valparaiso men's soccer head coach Mike Avery announced on Tuesday a partnership between the team and the #oneValpo initiative with Valparaiso University Social Action Leadership Team (SALT) in support of SALT’s Color 4 a Cause (C4C). The C4C 5K is set for May 2 and the course will run through the Valparaiso University campus.
4/13/2015
St. Baldrick’s Raises Over $50,000 at Annual Fundraiser
The Valpo men's soccer team raised over $52,000 in their annual St. Baldrick's fundraiser on Saturday afternoon. President Mark Heckler was one of 130 people to have their heads shaved to help fight childhood cancer.
3/16/2015
Fifth Annual St. Baldrick's Fundraiser set for April 11
Members of the men's soccer team will be hosting the fifth annual St. Baldrick's Fundraiser on Saturday, April 11 at the ARC from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Watch the attached video of Olivia Pierce to see her story and hear how she became a hero to so many others.
3/6/2015
Taublieb Signs with Sacramento Republic FC
Valpo midfielder Zev Taublieb signed his first professional contract, a one-season deal with Sacramento Republic FC of the United Soccer League on Thursday.
3/2/2015
Campbell, Howell called up to Jamaican U-23 National Team
Valparaiso sophomore goalkeeper Nico Campbell and freshman midfielder Ramone Howell have been called in by the Jamaican Football Federation for an U23 National Team camp this week leading into an international exhibition match on March 8 against the Cayman Islands in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
2/18/2015
Men’s Soccer Announces 2015 Recruiting Class
Valpo men's soccer head coach Mike Avery announced the addition of six players to the program on Wednesday. The 2015 class features two recruits Northwest Indiana, two additions from the Chicago area and two players with international experience.
2/3/2015
Stroud Named Assistant on Haitian Women’s National Team
Assistant men's soccer coach David Stroud has accepted a position as the goalkeeper coach for the Haitian Women's National Team.
1/31/2015
Valparaiso Places 10 On Fall Academic All-League Squads
Valparaiso placed a league-high 10 student-athletes over five sports on the Horizon League's 2014 Fall Academic All-League Teams, as announced today by the league office.
1/29/2015
Men’s Soccer Announces Spring Break Camp Dates
The Valpo men's soccer team announced that their VIP Spring Break Camp will take place on March 15 at the ARC.
1/26/2015
Men’s Soccer Adds Transfers for 2015
Head men's soccer coach Mike Avery announced the addition of two transfers, Isaiah Madrid and Deven Mason, for the 2015 season. Mardrid, from Florida Gulf Coast, and Mason, from Virginia Tech, both hail from Albuquerque, N.M. and were teammates at Eldorado High School.
1/21/2015
Taublieb Named Jewish Sports Review First-Team All-American
Senior midfielder Zev Taublieb was recently named a First-Team All-American by the Jewish Sports Review. Taublieb is the first Crusader to be honored by the organization.
1/19/2015
Valpo Men’s Soccer Earns MLK Jr. Award
In recognition of its #oneVALPO campaign, the Valparaiso men’s soccer team received the 2015 Martin Luther King Jr. Award during Valparaiso University’s annual Convocation service as part of the University’s celebration of the life and vision of Dr. King on Monday.
12/16/2014
Taublieb Honored on NSCAA Scholar All-Region Team
Senior midfielder Zev Taublieb was named to the NSCAA Scholar All-North/Central Region second team on Tuesday.
12/10/2014
Lawrence Named to All-Great Lakes Region Team
Sophomore defender Omar Lawrence was named to the NSCAA/Continental Tire All-Great Lakes Region Team on Wednesday.
11/25/2014
Men’s Soccer Earns NSCAA Academic Honor
The men's soccer team was honored with their 12th straight NSCAA Team Academic Award on Monday.
11/20/2014
Men's Soccer Season Recap
The men's soccer team had one of its most successful seasons on and off the pitch in 2014. From the #oneValpo campaign to the programs' first-ever top-25 ranking, the Crusaders were champions in the community, classroom, and competition.
11/10/2014
Crusaders Fall to Vikings in Penalty Kicks in Horizon League Championships
The men's soccer team fell to Cleveland State in the first round of the Horizon League Championships in penalty kicks, 4-3, on Monday night.
11/10/2014
Trio of Crusaders Honored with League Awards
Three Valpo men's soccer players were honored with Horizon League postseason awards on Monday. Zev Taublieb and Omar Lawrence were named Second-Team All-League, while Ramone Howell garnered All-Freshman Team honors.
11/10/2014
Crusaders Travel to Cleveland State to open Horizon League Championships
Valpo travels to Cleveland State for a Monday night match against the Vikings to open the Horizon League Championships. Kickoff is set for 6:00 pm and can be seen on the Horizon League Network.
11/7/2014
Men’s Soccer Ties with Oakland, Advances to Horizon League Championships
Valpo clinched a spot in the Horizon League Championships with a 2-2 double-overtime draw against Oakland on Friday night. Nick Suker and Matt Gweh each scored goals to tie the game.
11/5/2014
Crusaders Host Oakland in Regular Season Finale
Valpo looks to finish the regular season strong and get in position for the Horizon League tournament with their regular season finale this Friday at 7:30 against Oakland at Brown Field. The match is worth 1,000 points in the Crusader Scholarship Challenge.
11/1/2014
Men’s Soccer Falls in Heartbreaker to Green Bay
Valpo dropped a 2-1 overtime thriller to Green Bay on Saturday night. Matt Gweh collected his second goal of the season in the loss.
10/29/2014
Men’s Soccer Falls to Mastodons
The Crusaders dropped a non-league match to IPFW at Brown Field on a chilly Wednesday night, 1-0.
10/28/2014
Crusaders Host IPFW, Travel to Green Bay in Penultimate Week of Regular Season
Men's soccer takes a break from Horizon League action to take on IPFW Wednesday night before traveling to Green Bay on Saturday night as the regular season winds down. Wednesday's match is worth 1,000 points in the Crusader Scholarship Challenge.
10/27/2014
Men’s Soccer Announces Winter Camp
The Valparaiso men's soccer program is excited to announce the second annual VIP Winter Futsal Camp. This one day camp, to be held on Saturday, Dec. 20th, will provide male college bound soccer players with a unique opportunity to experience a high-intensity, high-pressure training environment similar to that seen at the college level.
10/25/2014
Crusaders Battle to Draw With Panthers
Valpo drew to Milwaukee on Saturday night in double overtime, 1-1. Ramone Howell scored the lone goal for the Crusaders, while Nico Campbell finished with seven saves.
10/23/2014
Valpo Battle Milwaukee At Home
The Crusaders continue Horizon League play this Saturday when they welcome Milwaukee to Brown Field. The match is worth 1,000 points in the Crusader Scholarship Challenge.
10/23/2014
Mike Avery Joins the Valpo Coaches Show
Men's soccer head coach Mike Avery sat down with Aaron Leavitt to reflect upon last week's matches, discuss the emergence of freshman midfielder Ramone Howell, and examine the team's home-friendly schedule heading towards the finish line of the regular season.
10/18/2014
#22 Crusaders Power Past Vikings Behind Aidoud’s Goal
The #22 Crusaders picked up a crucial win in the Horizon League against Cleveland State, 1-0. Jordan Aidoud provided the scoring with his team-leading fourth goal in the 59th minute.
10/15/2014
#22 Valpo falls to Detroit at Home
The #22 Crusaders fell to league rival Detroit Wednesday night, 1-0. Nico Campbell made five saves for the Valpo.
10/14/2014
Valpo welcome Detroit; visit Cleveland State in League action
The Valparaiso men's soccer team returned to the polls this week as they were ranked 22nd in Soccer America's poll and 25th in Top Drawer Soccer's poll. The team returns to the pitch this week with league games against Detroit and Cleveland State. Wednesday's game against Detroit is worth 1,000 point in the Crusader Scholarship Challenge.
10/13/2014
Aidoud Named Player of the Week After Three-Goal Week
Junior Jordan Aidoud was named the Horizon League Offensive Player of the Week after collecting three goals and an assist last week. Aidoud leads the team with 10 points and is tied for the team lead in goals.
10/10/2014
Crusaders Score Five in the Second Half to Mount Comeback Against WSU
Valpo scored five second half goals as they knocked off Wright State in Horizon League play 5-2. Jordan Aidoud and Stian Sandbekkhaug each scored two goals for the Crusaders.
10/7/2014
Crusaders Tally Season High in Goals with Non-League Win at IUPUI
Valpo tallied a season-high three goals Tuesday night as they beat in-state rival IUPUI, 3-1. Jordan Aidoud, Matt Gweh and Stian Sandbekkhaug each recorded a goal.
10/7/2014
Valpo breaks from league action with IUPUI tilt, resume league play Friday against Raiders
The Crusaders return to the pitch Tuesday night with a match against in-state foe IUPUI before returning home for Homecoming Friday night as they host Wright State. Friday's match is worth 1,000 point in the Crusader Scholarship Challenge.
10/3/2014
Serratore Joins Valpo All-Access
Valparaiso men's soccer goalkeeper Tom Serratore joins Valpo All-Access to discuss and demonstrate the art of being a goalkeeper.
10/2/2014
Nico Campbell, Emily Campbell Named Valpo Athletes of the Month
Nico Campbell (men's soccer) and Emily Campbell (volleyball) have been named the Valparaiso athletic department's Student-Athletes of the Month for August/September.
10/1/2014
Crusaders Fall to UIC on the Road
#25 Valpo fell on the road Wednesday night to league foe UIC, 1-0. Jordan Aidoud led the squad with three shots on goal.
10/1/2014
Mike Avery Joins the Valpo Coaches Show
Fresh off of earning a national ranking for the first time in program history, Valparaiso men's soccer head coach Mike Avery joins the Valpo Coaches Show and discusses how the team has dealt with being ranked, looks back at the last couple games and looks ahead to tonight's Horizon League battle with UIC.
9/30/2014
Check Out the #oneVALPO Facebook Page!
Your one-stop shop for everything regarding the men's soccer program's #oneVALPO campaign is now available at Facebook.com/oneVALPO. The page will be updated with all the latest videos and #oneVALPO promises, from groups on the Valparaiso campus, opposing teams and members of the community.
9/29/2014
Crusaders Battle Flyers to Draw in Double-Overtime Thriller
The #25 Crusaders faced off with the Dayton Flyers at Brown Field on Monday night. Nick Suker scored in the 90th minute to tie the game and send the game into overtime.
9/29/2014
Crusaders Ranked Ninth In RPI, 25th in TDS Poll
Valpo is ranked ninth in this weeks RPI rankings, the highest ever for the Crusaders. The Crusaders are also ranked 25th in this week’s Top Drawer Soccer poll, the first top-25 ranking in program history in any poll.
9/29/2014
Taublieb earns League, National Honors after two-goal week
Senior Zev Taublieb has been named the Horizon League Offensive Player of the Week and was named to College Soccer News Team of the Week after his two goal week.
9/29/2014
Crusaders battle with Dayton, resume league action with trip to UIC
Valpo returns home for a Monday night showcase against the Dayton Flyers in a one-game break from league action before venturing up to Chicago for a battle with Horizon League foe UIC. Monday's game is worth 1,000 Crusader Scholarship Challenge points.
9/26/2014
Crusaders Welcome Bruins to Horizon League with Win
Valpo welcomed new Horizon League member Belmont on Friday night with a 2-1 victory. The win moves the Crusaders' record to 5-1-2 and 1-0 in the Horizon League.
9/25/2014
#oneVALPO Initiative Sweeping Communities Near and Far
A pair of disgraceful incidents on the soccer field last year have served as a catalyst for virtuous change on - and off - the pitch for Valpo Men's Soccer. The club's #oneVALPO campaign has flourished as head coach Mike Avery has received unanimous support both internally and from competition.
9/23/2014
Taublieb’s First Goal Lifts Crusaders in Overtime Thriller
The Crusaders fought to another overtime victory, this time over Loyola, 1-0. Senior captain Zev Taublieb sent home the game-winner in the 94th minute.
9/22/2014
Crusaders Welcome Loyola Tuesday, Start League Play Friday
The Crusaders face Loyola on Tuesday night for their final tune-up before starting league play Friday night. The Brown and Gold begin Horizon League play at Belmont, who is making their league debut.
9/19/2014
James' Overtime Goal Lifts Crusaders over Leathernecks
The Crusaders won their home opener in a double-overtime thriller, 2-1, over Western Illinois. Freshman Jordan James scored both goals to power the offense.
9/18/2014
Crusaders Fall to Wildcats in First Loss of Season
Valparaiso dropped their first match of the season against Big Ten opponent Northwestern, 1-0.
9/16/2014
Crusaders Gain Highest-Ever Regional Ranking, Receive National Votes
The Valparaiso men's soccer team received its highest-ever regional ranking and received votes in the national poll for the first time.
9/16/2014
Crusaders Continue Non-League Action, Home Opener Friday
The Crusaders continue their non-league action Wednesday night when they travel to Northwestern before facing Western Illinois for their home opener Friday night. Friday night's match is worth 1,250 points for fans as part of the Crusader Scholarship Challenge.
9/15/2014
Campbell, Lawrence Garner National, League Honors
Sophomore goalkeeper Nico Campbell has been named to College Soccer News National Team of the Week and classmate Omar Lawrence has been named the Horizon League's Co-Defensive Player of the Week after wins against Butler and then #7 Michigan State last week.
9/11/2014
Crusaders Upset Seventh Ranked Spartans
The Crusaders upset the seventh ranked Michigan State Spartans Thursday night, 1-0. This is the highest ranked opponent that Valpo has beaten in program history.
9/9/2014
James' Late Goal Lifts Crusaders to First Win
Freshman Jordan James played the hero Tuesday night against the Butler Bulldogs, heading Jordan Aidoud's cross into the back of the net in the 101st minute. James' heroics gave the Crusaders their first win of the season.
9/9/2014
Mike Avery Joins the Valpo Coaches Show
With the regular season underway for the Valparaiso men's soccer team, head coach Mike Avery joins the Valpo Coaches Show to discuss the Crusaders' early-season schedule, the team's strength in the back and options in the attack. Avery also talks about the program's #oneVALPO campaign, which is quickly gaining momentum around campus.
9/8/2014
Crusaders Continue Season Opening Road Trip
The Crusaders continue their season opening road trip with a pair of matches against former Horizon League rival Butler and #7 Michigan State.
9/3/2014
Crusaders Ranked Eighth in First Region Poll
Valparaiso is ranked eighth in the first NSCAA/Continental Tire NCAA Division I Men's Great Lakes Region Poll. This is the second straight season the Crusaders have been ranked at least once in the poll.
9/2/2014
Campbell named Horizon League Defensive Player of Week
Sophomore goalkeeper Nico Campbell has been named the Horizon Leagues men's soccer Defensive Player of the Week following his two shutouts over the weekend.
8/31/2014
Crusaders Scrap with Wildcats for Second Straight Draw
The Valparaiso men's soccer team continued its season opening road trip with another double overtime scoreless draw against the Davidson Wildcats on Sunday afternoon.
8/29/2014
Men's Soccer Opens Season with Draw at NC State
The Valparaiso men's soccer team opened its 2014 season with a double-overtime scoreless draw against the Wolfpack of North Carolina State on Friday night.
8/28/2014
Men's Soccer Heads to North Carolina to Start Season
The Valparaiso men's soccer team opens up their 2014 season with a trip to North Carolina, facing off with North Carolina State on Friday evening and Davidson on Sunday afternoon. This marks the first of a five game road trip to open the season for the Crusaders.
8/27/2014
Men’s Soccer Rounds Out 2014 Coaching Staff
David Stroud joins Valpo men's soccer coaching staff as an assistant coach after three seasons as a head coach at Saint Joseph's (Ind.), Adam Ponder joins staff as volunteer assistant.
8/22/2014
What You Need to Know: Valpo Men's Soccer
A strong corps of returnees in the back and in the midfield look to lead the Valpo men's soccer program into the 2014 campaign. Exhibition play opens for the Crusaders at home Saturday morning.
8/20/2014
Valpo Men Picked Fifth in Preseason Poll
The Valparaiso men’s soccer team has been chosen to finish in fifth place in the Horizon League standings in 2014, according to preseason polling of the league’s head coaches.
8/6/2014
#oneVALPO
Head coach Mike Avery talks with senior Zev Taublieb about the Valpo men's soccer program's #oneVALPO campaign for this upcoming season.
7/23/2014
Taublieb Chronicling Summer Journey With Sounders U23
Crusader midfielder Zev Taublieb is penning a three-part series on TopDrawerSoccer.com, chronicling his journey this summer as he traveled to Seattle to try out for, and eventually join, the Seattle Sounders U23 team.
7/8/2014
Men’s Soccer Announces 2014 Schedule
Ten matches at Brown Field, four fixtures against major-conference opponents highlight Mike Avery's 2014 schedule for the Valparaiso men's soccer team
