MSOC Adds Seven Signees to 2025 Roster

MILWAUKEE – Marquette University head men’s soccer coach David Korn has announced the addition of seven student-athletes to cap off the squads 2025 roster. The additions include midfielder Mateo Stoka (Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin), forward Bence Molnar (Budapest, Hungary), defender Andreas Fotland (Drammen, Norway), winger/midfielder Gabriel Miranda (Faro, Portugal), winger Bryce Richards (Chicago, Illinois), defender Drew Mullins (Clearwater, Florida) and midfielder/defender Joey Buchanan (British Columbia, Canada).

“First, I want to thank our staff Coach Mallace, Clancy and Neiberger for their hard work with this recruiting class.  We feel like this group of men not only add talent and quality to our team on the field, but bring experience, leadership and a great mentality.  Like our returning group, they are hungry to grow and win.  This incoming group will increase the talent and competition at all our field player positions and has the ability to make an immediate impact.  We look forward to partnering in their development and for them to be a big part of our group reaching our on and off field goals.”

Mateo Stoka | Midfielder | Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin | University of Pittsburgh

Prior to Marquette: Attended Pitt since 2022 … Played two seasons and sat out 2023 season due to injury … During the 2024 season, saw action in four matches and played a season high 24 minutes against Howard … Part of Pitt’s first ACC regular season championship team in 2024 that reached the national quarterfinals in the NCAA tournament.

Prep: Played his senior year at Cypress High School in Florida where he netted two goals, six assists and 10 points in 14 matches… Helped lead team to State and Regional championships … Played for Chicago Sockers FC from 2017-2021 and Weston FC from 2021-22… Helped lead Chicago Sockers FC to the 2017 National Cup Championship and the 2019 DA Cup Finals… Chicago Sockers FC was a top-5 ranked Developmental Academy during the 2019 season… Appeared in the US Youth National Team Futures Camp.

Why He Chose Marquette: “I chose to attend Marquette University because it offers the ideal balance between pursuing my goal of becoming a professional soccer player and earning my MBA to further my education.”

Bence Molnar | Forward | Budapest, Hungary | Ottawa University

Prior to Marquette: Attended Ottawa University through his senior season … Scored 61 goals and dished out 24 assists during his time with the Braves … Recorded 230 shots with 141 of them on goal scoring seven game winning goals … Third all-time in program history in career goals, fourth in assists … Second all-time in points with 146 for his career (61 goals, 24 assists).

Prep: Top scorer three years in a row at Aron Tamasi Altalanos … Scored 52 goals in 27 games in 2017-18, 37 in 24 games in 2018-19, and 18 in 10 games in a Covid-shortened 2019-20 season.

Why He Chose Marquette: “I chose Marquette because it felt like a place where I’ll be more than just an athlete. They value who you are as a person, and that really stood out to me. At the same time, it’s a strong program with big aspirations, and I want to be part of something that’s pushing for success.”

Andreas Fotland | Defender | Drammen, Norway | Drammen Videregaaende School

Prior to Marquette: A member of Drammen Videregaaende’s team for three years … Played six matches for Norway’s U16 and U17 National Team … Named MVP at Mjoendalen Academy in 2021.

Why He Chose Marquette:  “I feel that Marquette is a perfect fit for what I am looking for in a college education and experience. Coach Korn spoke warmly about the team values and soccer program, and his soccer and training philosophy really appeal to me.”

Gabriel Miranda | Winger/Midfielder | Faro, Portugal | Salt Lake Community College/Iowa Lakes CC 

Prior to Marquette: Attended Salt Lake CC for his sophomore season and helped his team to Nationals … In 2024 played 19 games … Scored eight goals and dished out 2 assists … Played at Iowa Lakes CC where they won the NJCAA D2 National Championship in 2023 …. Played in 19 matches, scoring 10 goals with six assists … Named 2024 Third Team All-Region… 2023 NJCAA National Champion and named Second Team All-Region.

Why He Chose Marquette: “Coach Korn was really nice to me and he gave me a lot of confidence. The place looks amazing and professional, and I’m looking forward to starting to help the team winning championships next fall.”

Bryce Richards | Winger | Chicago, Illinois | Oak Park and River Forest H.S.

Prep: Attended Oak Park and River Forest high school and was selected to Chicagoland State Team, All Sectional Team, All Conference Team his junior year … Sophomore Year he was named Chicagoland Player to Watch, All Sectional Team … His Junior and Senior Year he became a Member of MLS Pro Chicago Fire II, MLS Next Chicago Fire Academy U18, MLS Next Chicago Fire Academy U19, Chicago Fire Youth Club U17, (Premier) Named Best XI for U17 at USYS Nationals.  Over the past year and a half Bryce has primarily played with the Chicago Fire II MLS Next Pro Team where he has made 12 appearances and contributed a goal and assist.

Why He Chose Marquette: “Marquette University men’s soccer team has an amazing coaching staff that supports their players on and off the field.”

Drew Mullins | Defender |  Clearwater, Florida | Calvary Christian H.S.

Prep:  Three-time letterwinner at Calvary Christian … As a senior, set the school record with 25 goals in a season … Ranked No.1 in district and No. 2 in the state for goals … As a sophomore, scored six goals in 12 games played … Competed for Chargers SC MLS Next Team … Participated in the NAL All Star Game U17, MLS Next Cup: Best of Game U17, Orlando City Academy Trial invite U16.

Why He Chose Marquette: “My faith has always been a big part of my life, and it’s something I’ve carried with me through everything I do, so when I was considering Marquette, it truly felt like the perfect fit for me. Coach Korn and his staff were a huge factor in my decision. My goal was to play in a top soccer conference, and the program, culture and academics that Marquette offers made this an easy decision.”

Joey Buchanan | Midfielder/Defender | British Columbia, Canada | Howe Sound Secondary | Vancouver FC

Prep: Played for two seasons at Howe Sound Secondary … Two-time team captain … Played for Burnaby FC in Ligue 1 British Columbia from 2019-24 …  Member of Canadian U17 National Championship team for Burnaby FC in 2023 … Three-time Provincial Champion with Burnaby in 2019, 2023 and 2024 … Signed a development contract to play for Vancouver FC in the Canadian Premiere League for 2024 and 2025 seasons.

Why He Chose Marquette:
“I chose to attend Marquette University because it felt like the perfect environment to support the next steps of both my soccer and academic careers. The soccer program offers a high level of competition and has coaches committed to the development and wellbeing of their players. This matches and supports my ambitions to first of all succeed with the team and then continue on to play professionally. With Marquette’s great academic reputation, especially in business, this opportunity gives me the foundation I need for success beyond the field.”

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