2013 Tartan Men's Soccer News
Carnegie Mellon Hires Brandon Bowman to Lead Men’s Soccer Program
April 23, 2014
Carnegie Mellon University Director of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation Josh Centor has announced the hire of 13-year head coaching veteran Brandon Bowman as the next leader of the nationally-recognized Tartans’ men’s soccer program following a national search. Bowman becomes the 10th head coach in Carnegie Mellon men’s soccer history and will begin his post on August 1, replacing Arron Lujan who stepped down in January after six years to take a job with the United States Soccer Federation (USSF).
Carnegie Mellon’s Sarett Receives NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship
March 05, 2014
Senior Matt Sarett (Huntersville, N.C./Cannon) of the Carnegie Mellon University men's soccer team has been awarded an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship. Sarett will receive a one-time, nonrenewable grant of $7,500 to be used for part-time or full-time postgraduate study at a university or professional school.
Carnegie Mellon University Men’s Soccer Coach Arron Lujan Steps Down
January 23, 2014
Carnegie Mellon University Interim Director of Athletics Josh Centor has announced that head men’s soccer coach Arron Lujan is stepping down after six years at the helm of the Tartans, effective March 5, 2014. Lujan has accepted a position with the United States Soccer Federation.
Four Honored with All-Region Accolades
December 10, 2013
For the second straight year, four Carnegie Mellon University men’s soccer players were named to the NSCAA/Continental Tire NCAA Division III Men’s All-Great Lakes Region Team. Seniors Matt Sarett (Huntersville, N.C./Cannon) and Max Tassano (Bala Cynwyd, Pa./Lower Merion) were named to the second team while seniors Ben Bryant (Toledo, Ohio/Ottawa Hills) and Chris Wysocki (Newtown, Pa./Germantown Academy) were named to the third team.
Tartans Honored Again! Three Named CoSIDA Capital One Academic All-America
November 22, 2013
For the third straight year and fifth under six-year head coach Arron Lujan, Carnegie Mellon University men’s soccer players are receiving national accolades for their achievements in the classroom and on the field. Seniors Matt Sarett (Huntersville, N.C./Cannon) and Ben Bryant (Toledo, Ohio/Ottawa Hills) have been selected to the Capital One Academic All-America team by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) for the second year with senior Christopher Madden (Reisterstown, Md./Calvert Hall) earning the honor for the first time.
#12 Tartans Battle in 1-0 Defeat to #22 Montclair State
November 17, 2013
Despite controlling the entire second half with the visitors down a man, the #12 Carnegie Mellon University men's soccer team couldn't get one through the defense as it fell 1-0 to #22 Montclair State University in the second round of the 2013 NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Championship.
Tartans Win Fourth Straight First Round NCAA Game
November 16, 2013
The 12th-ranked Carnegie Mellon University men's soccer team defeated Virginia Wesleyan College 3-1 in the first round of the 2013 NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Championship on Saturday, November 16 in Pittsburgh. The win marks the Tartans fourth straight first round win and advances them to the second round with an overall record of 12-2-3.
Seven Earn All-UAA Honors for 2013 Performance
November 15, 2013
Seven Carnegie Mellon University men’s soccer players earned University Athletic Association (UAA) Men’s Soccer All-Association honors from the league’s coaches following their 2013 performance on the pitch. Leading the group is seniors Matt Sarett (Huntersville, N.C./Cannon) and Max Tassano (Bala Cynwyd, Pa./Lower Merion) on the first team.
Men’s Soccer NCAA Preview: Tartans Host Action for Second Straight Year
November 14, 2013
The Carnegie Mellon University men’s soccer team received an at-large bid to the 2013 NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer Championship which begins nationwide today, November 14. The Tartans will be hosting the first and second rounds of the championship on Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17.
Tartans Receive Bid to NCAA Championship for Second Straight Season; Set to Host
November 11, 2013
The Carnegie Mellon University men's soccer team will host the 2013 NCAA Division III Men's Soccer First and Second Rounds on Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17. The Tartans received an at-large bid to the championship following a second-place showing in the University Athletic Association with a regular season mark of 11-2-3.
No. 13 Tartans Just Miss OT Win, Tie Emory
November 09, 2013
The 13th-ranked Carnegie Mellon University men's soccer team tied Emory University 1-1 in the final regular season game of the season, just missing victory after a shot with four seconds left hit the crossbar. The Tartans are now 11-2-3 on the year and 4-1-2 in the University Athletic Association (UAA), while Emory finishes at 11-5-2 and 4-1-2.
Tartans and Rochester Tie in Key UAA Battle
November 03, 2013
The 12th-ranked Carnegie Mellon University men's soccer team finished its game at 14th-ranked University of Rochester in a 0-0 tie as the two teams remain atop the men's soccer standings in the University Athletic Association (UAA). The Tartans are now 11-2-2 on the year and 4-1-1 in the UAA with the Yellowjackets holding at 12-2-2 and 4-1-1.
Three Tartans Named CoSIDA Capital One Academic All-District
November 01, 2013
Three Carnegie Mellon University men’s soccer players have been named to the Capital One Academic All-District team by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). Senior Ben Bryant (Toledo, Ohio/Ottawa Hills) and senior Matt Sarett (Huntersville, N.C./Cannon) are making a repeat appearance while senior Christopher Madden (Reisterstown, Md./Calvert Hall) is honored for the first time.
Tartans Win Fourth Straight Match Topping Case Western 4-2
November 01, 2013
The 12th-ranked Carnegie Mellon University men’s soccer team defeated Case Western Reserve University 4-2 in Cleveland Friday night in another University Athletic Association (UAA) battle.
Ferraco’s Interest in Technology Opened Doors to ESPN
October 29, 2013
Ever tune in to WatchESPN on your computer or mobile device to view a live stream or replay of a sporting event? Well a Tartan helped put the product together as senior men’s soccer player Mike Ferraco spent his summer as an intern at ESPN in Bristol, Conn.
No. 23 Tartans Rally to Win 3-2 Against NYU
October 20, 2013
A big second half by the No. 23 Carnegie Mellon University men's soccer team propelled the Tartans to a 3-2 come-from-behind win against visiting New York University on Sunday in University Athletic Association (UAA) action. The Tartans improve to 10-2-1 and 3-1 while the Violets fall to 6-5-3 and 0-3-1.