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The Princeton men’s soccer team has been ranked second in the Ivy League preseason poll for the upcoming season, earning 107 points and five first-place votes. This ranking positions them just behind the defending champions, Penn, which received 120 points and ten first-place votes. Princeton is tied with Cornell in points, showcasing the competitiveness of the league. With the return of key players and the addition of talented newcomers, the Tigers are poised for a strong season as they defend their Ivy League Tournament Championship.
Princeton, NJ – Princeton Men’s Soccer Team Ranked Second in Ivy League Preseason Poll for 2025 Season
The Princeton men’s soccer team has been ranked second in the Ivy League preseason poll for the upcoming 2025 season, as announced on August 25, 2025. The Tigers garnered a total of 107 points and earned five first-place votes, positioning them closely behind the defending champion, No. 19 Penn, which secured 120 points and ten first-place votes.
A noteworthy aspect of the poll is that Princeton is tied with Cornell, which also received 107 points but had only one first-place vote. This ranking is indicative of the competitive landscape within the Ivy League, where teams are often closely matched. The complete predicted order of finish for the Ivy League Men’s Soccer Preseason Poll is as follows:
- 1. Penn – 120 points (10 first-place votes)
- 2. Princeton – 107 points (5 first-place votes)
- 2. Cornell – 107 points (1 first-place vote)
- 4. Brown – 66 points
- 5. Dartmouth – 59 points
- 6. Harvard – 58 points
- 7. Yale – 33 points
- 8. Columbia – 26 points
Princeton enters the 2025 season as the reigning Ivy League Tournament Champions, adding to the anticipation surrounding the team. To further bolster their chances, senior captain Giuliano Fravolini Whitchurch has been named to the MAC Hermann watch list, an honor bestowed on only seven defenders and 29 players nationwide.
Whitchurch is joined by teammates Jack Jasinski and Daniel Ittycheria as prestigious selections on the United Soccer Coaches Players to Watch List. Whitchurch and Jasinski are recognized as defenders, while Ittycheria, a forward, is highlighted for his offensive prowess. Notably, Ittycheria was selected by D.C. United in December but is returning for his senior season after two consecutive years leading the Tigers in goals. Jasinski also made an impression in the previous season, leading the team in assists with nine, ranking third in the Princeton record book for most assists in a single season.
The Tigers will kick off their season on September 5 at home with a match against their local rivals, Rutgers. In preparation for this season, Princeton will also welcome seven newcomers from the Class of 2029. Head Coach Jim Barlow has expressed enthusiasm about the incoming class, emphasizing the combination of talent and leadership they bring to the program. Notable newcomers include:
- Tyler Austin: Defender from Cooper City, FL; captain of the U15 Inter Miami team that won the MLS Next Cup.
- Giacomo Gabrielli: Midfielder/forward from Santa Barbara, CA; led Santa Barbara SC U17 in both assists and goals.
- Ryker Joutz: Midfielder from San Clemente, CA; captain of Strikers FC and an MLS Next Cup Champion.
- Benjamin Manfroy: Midfielder from Cincinnati, OH; captain of the FC Cincinnati Academy and invited to the U.S. Youth National Team camp.
- Jackson Martin: Forward from Sacramento, CA; captain of the U19 Sacramento Republic FC academy, leading MLS Next with 39 goals.
- Frederik Sadjak: Defender from Stuttgart, Germany; played at high levels of German youth soccer and was coached by a former Premier League coach.
- Tyler Vilet: Midfielder from DeKalb, IL; two-time National Academy Championship winner with Sockers FC and community service volunteer.
As the Princeton men’s soccer team prepares for the 2025 season, their high preseason ranking and the introduction of talented newcomers signal exciting prospects for the Tigers and their supporters.
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- Princeton Men’s Soccer Team Preseason Ranking
- Wikipedia: Ivy League
- Ivy League Men’s Soccer Poll Announcement
- Google Search: Ivy League Men’s Soccer
- Whitchurch Named to MAC Hermann Trophy Watch List
- Google Scholar: MAC Hermann Trophy
- Princeton Welcomes Newcomers from Class of 2029
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Princeton Claims Men’s Soccer Tournament Title
- Google News: Princeton Men’s Soccer Championship
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