Cirovski Announces 2023 Men's Soccer Signees
1/24/2023 9:05:00 AM | Men's Soccer
"I am thrilled to welcome these nine young men to our program," Cirovski said "They bring the right combination of skill level and mentality that we look for in all of our players. The attributes they bring will mesh well with the talented group we have returning. I can't wait for Terp fans to see them play at Ludwig Field in the fall!"
More information on these new Terps can be found below. Tyler Prebenda and Saxon Walcott will join the Terps as spring enrollees.
Before Maryland: Played for the D.C. United Academy for coach Matt Arrington and Loudoun United for coach Ryan Martin...Made 14 appearances for Loudoun in the USL Championship, playing 686 minutes...Scored one goal for Loudoun...Played for D.C. United's youth sides prior to signing a development contract with Loudoun, who serves as D.C. United's reserve team.
Personal: Son of Maceo and Kia Clark...wore the number 25 because his birthday on 7/18 added up to 25...says his father is his biggest inspiration.
Personal: Son of Maceo and Kia Clark...wore the number 25 because his birthday on 7/18 added up to 25...says his father is his biggest inspiration.
Why Maryland?: ""It is a great school with a great soccer program and it is my hometown state, close to home so my parents can come see me play."
Head Coach Sasho Cirovski: "Jace is a tenacious defender that is also very comfortable on the ball. Capable of playing as a central defender and outside back, he has the qualities to have an immediate impact as proven by his experience in the USL Championship with Loudon."
Before Maryland: Played for Boulder County United for coach Mark Harrison...Scored 22 goals and had 19 assists in 2021-22 Finished 11th at EAL Nationals. 2022 P1 Champions...Played for Boulder High School for coach Hardy Kalisher...Scored 33 goals and added 23 assists over three seasons...High School All-American...Two-time First-Team All-State selection...Front Range League Player of the Year...Three-time First-Team Front Range League...Three-year captain...Three-time Academic All-State...Three-time BOCO Preps Region First-Team
Personal: Son of Jonathan and Caryn Gerber...Three-time honor roll student..says both of his parents are his inspiration...sports hero is Lionel Messi.
Personal: Son of Jonathan and Caryn Gerber...Three-time honor roll student..says both of his parents are his inspiration...sports hero is Lionel Messi.
Why Maryland?: "It is a fantastic school with a wonderful environment. I decided to come to Maryland because of the vast opportunities that the university provides."
Head Coach Sasho Cirovski: "We identified Cameron at our summer camp in 2022 and knew we needed to bring him onto our team. He has a terrific left foot, is agile and has good balance with the ball. This allows him to use his creativity in a variety of attacking positions."
Before Maryland: Played for FC Delco for coach Matt Poole...U-17 MLS Next Cup Semifinalist (2021)...U-16 MLS Next Cup Quarterfinalist (2021)...Played for The Shipley School for coach Thom Schauerman...Two-time league champions...Two time state semifinalist...Scored 32 goals and notched 24 assists...High School All-American (2022)...All-State (2022)...Two-time All-Friends League. All-Southeastern PA...Two-time All Main-Line Team.
Personal: Son of John and Una McDaid…John played college basketball in Ireland. Brother Joe is also in Maryland's 2023 signing class…has two other siblings, Brian and Cassie.
Personal: Son of John and Una McDaid…John played college basketball in Ireland. Brother Joe is also in Maryland's 2023 signing class…has two other siblings, Brian and Cassie.
Why Maryland: "There are several reasons why Maryland stuck out to me in my recruiting process. The coaches played a big factor because when talking to them, I learned that they shared similar aspirations for me as a player as I do. They showed great support to me as a player and my dreams during the process and understood my ambitions. They also spread a winning mindset which I appreciate. Maryland has a very successful program that has developed many professional players, and as I want to play professionally, it seems like the perfect fit. The school and campus itself was also beautiful and it just seems like an environment I will thrive in."
Head Coach Sasho Cirovski: "Jack is a deep lying midfielder that has the vision and technical ability to put a lot of his teammates into play with his quick clever short passes and also his long ball distribution. He has a good shot from distance as well but it's his warrior mentality and leadership that stands out when he plays."
Before Maryland: Played for FC Delco for coach Matt Poole...MLS Next Cup Best XI (2022)...U-17 MLS Next Cup Semifinalist (2021)...U-16 MLS Next Cup Quarterfinalist (2021)...Played for The Shipley School for coach Thom Schauerman...Two-time league champions...Two time state semifinalist...Helped his high school side notch 48 clean sheets in 72 total games, including 15 clean sheets in 20 matches in his senior season...Scored eight goals and added seven assists...High School All-American in 2022 and was the All-American game East Team MVP. All-State (2022)...Friends League First Team (2022)...Southeastern PA Honors (2022).
Personal: Son of John and Una McDaid…John played college basketball in Ireland. Brother Jack is also in Maryland's 2023 signing class…has two other siblings, Brian and Cassie.
Personal: Son of John and Una McDaid…John played college basketball in Ireland. Brother Jack is also in Maryland's 2023 signing class…has two other siblings, Brian and Cassie.
Why Maryland?: "I decided to come to Maryland because I saw it as a great environment for me to be challenged both academically and athletically. I have a lot of passion for soccer and Maryland has one of the best programs in the country with an amazing coaching staff."
Head Coach Sasho Cirovski: "Joe is a versatile defender that can play anywhere across the back line. As an outside back he covers the full field and has a similar warrior mentality like his twin brother Jack. He plays with a great deal of pride and commitment that is inspirational to his teammates and instills confidence to any team he plays on. Both Joe and Jack were pivotal players on a highly successful FC Delco team."
Tyler Prebenda
Orlando, Florida
Orlando City Academy
Defender / Midfield
*Will be Enrolling in Spring 2023*
Before Maryland: Played for the Orlando City Academy for coach Javier Carillo...Played every minute in Orlando's run to the U-17 MLS Next Playoff semifinals...Made his debut for Orlando City B in MLS Next Pro in August and made five appearances for the side...Scored shootout goal and registered an assist...Trained with Orlando City's first team.
Personal: Son of Brian and Robyn Prebenda...His brother, Logan, plays in the Orlando City Academy…his sister, Ally, is a competitive gymnast...dad calls him Hollywood because of his hair...plans to go to law school after professional soccer.
Personal: Son of Brian and Robyn Prebenda...His brother, Logan, plays in the Orlando City Academy…his sister, Ally, is a competitive gymnast...dad calls him Hollywood because of his hair...plans to go to law school after professional soccer.
Why Maryland?: "I decided to come to Maryland because of the history and the tradition of the program. I also want to experience playing in front of The Crew."
Head coach Sasho Cirovski: "Tyler is a recently transformed outside back with a high technical ability to play out of the back and be a threat in the final third. His experience with Orlando City B will help him transition to our team this Spring as an early enrollee."
Before Maryland: Played for Baltimore Armour for coach Mike Lookingland...Captained his club sides for the last three seasons...Recorded seven goals and six assists in his U17 season...2022 MLS Next Fest Player to Watch. Ranked in the Top Drawer Soccer/IMG Academy Top 150...Played high school soccer for Howard High School while MLS Next was on hiatus for coach Nils Schroeder
Personal: Son of Karl and Bertha Quist-Therson...his older brother Karl plays soccer at UMBC...has a younger sister, Raymah...volunteers in a program called SALT that provides meals to the homeless and serves as a math tutor at his high school.
Personal: Son of Karl and Bertha Quist-Therson...his older brother Karl plays soccer at UMBC...has a younger sister, Raymah...volunteers in a program called SALT that provides meals to the homeless and serves as a math tutor at his high school.
Why Maryland: "I chose to come to Maryland because of the great history the school has as well as being good in academics. I really liked the coaching staff as well and am very thankful for the opportunity. Finally I wanted to bring a national championship to my home state and make them proud."
Head Coach Sasho Cirovski: "Kenny is a box to box midfielder capable of playing any of the three central roles as well as having the ability to play wide. He has been a stalwart player for the highly competitive Baltimore Armour team for years. His competitive attitude and positive energy are evident in his play - on both sides of the ball."
Before Maryland: Played for San Antonio FC for coach Jaun LaMadrid...Scored 13 goals and had six assists last season...MLS Next Playoffs Round of 16...Two-time USL Academy Playoffs sixth place...Won the Copa Rayados in 2018 and 2019...Played for the first-team on an Academy contract and won the USL Championship in 2022. 2022 MLS Next Flex West Team All-Star.
Personal: Son of Jon and Cynthia Sakshaug...Jon played college soccer at Southern New Hampshire...is half Norwegian.
Personal: Son of Jon and Cynthia Sakshaug...Jon played college soccer at Southern New Hampshire...is half Norwegian.
Why Maryland?: "I decided to come to Maryland because it felt like home and a place where I can grow as a player and a person. It has a historic soccer program with a great staff that wants the best for their players."
Head Coach Sasho Cirovski: "Henrik is a box to box midfielder who covers a tremendous amount of ground. His creativity stands out because of his unselfishness and willingness to do the simple things well, while also having the skills to make special moments happen."
Before Maryland: Played for Sockers FC Chicago for coach David Richardson...Captained his club sides from U13-U19. 2022 United Soccer Coaches All-American...U17 MLS Next All-Star Team in 2021...2021 MLS Next U16 Golden Boot Winner. Capelli Cup USA All-Star Team (2021, 2022)...Internships with AZ Alkmarr and FC Utrecht (2022).
Personal: Son of Hans and Cathy van Heukelum...started his own charity called Team44 to raise money for kids with cancer...member of the National Honor Society...
Personal: Son of Hans and Cathy van Heukelum...started his own charity called Team44 to raise money for kids with cancer...member of the National Honor Society...
Why Maryland?: "I wanted to come to Maryland because of the environment full of passion. I only had to visit Ludwig one time to realize that I wanted to play there. The Crew was going crazy behind the goal. All the players and fans were so passionate for the game. As soon as I got there, I never looked back."
Head Coach Sasho Cirovski: "Luke is a goal scorer. He has a gifted left foot and a high level IQ in the final third. He combines very well in the short passing game and also knows where to find the ball in the box."
Before Maryland: Played for D.C. United Academy for coach Matt Arrington. Captained his club side. Played with fellow 2023 signee Jace Clark at D.C. United.
Personal: Son of Guy Walcott and Keylan Qazzaz...sibling Theron is a junior at Maryland...says his biggest inspiration are his parents.
Personal: Son of Guy Walcott and Keylan Qazzaz...sibling Theron is a junior at Maryland...says his biggest inspiration are his parents.
Why Maryland?: "I came to Maryland to play college soccer at the highest level possible while having a good balance of academics."
Head Coach Sasho Cirovski: "Saxon has very good feet and soft hands along with his excellent GK frame. He communicates very well with his back line and has shown that he is a very good shot stopper. Like Tyler, he will benefit tremendously from starting his career this spring as an early enrollee."
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