Orange Beach, AL-
The Oklahoma Wesleyan Eagles men's soccer team delivered a remarkable 2025 campaign, finishing with an overall record of 19-1-3 and an unbeaten KCAC conference mark of 13-0-1. The Eagles showcased dominance on both ends of the pitch, earning the KCAC Regular Season Championship and sweeping through the conference tournament. With the momentum they built, they moved to the NAIA opening round and defeated Westcliff University earning their spot in the final 16 of the NAIA National Tournament. Their Phenomenal season came to an end in the final site match-up on December 3rd, in Orange Beach Alabama falling to William Penn University.
Regular Season Highlights
The season opened with a thrilling 3-3 draw against John Brown University on August 25, followed by a hard-fought 3-2 win at Baker University.
OKWU remained unbeaten through non-conference play, including a 2-0 victory over Mid-America Christian and a 1-1 draw at LSU Shreveport.
In KCAC action, the Eagles were unstoppable, posting impressive wins such as 7-0 over Sterling College, 9-1 against Saint Mary, and 9-2 versus Bethany College.
The lone conference battle was a 1-1 draw at Ottawa University on September 24.
Postseason Success
The Eagles stormed through the KCAC Tournament:
Quarterfinals: 4-0 win over Evangel University
Semifinals: 2-1 victory against York University
Final: Dominant 5-0 triumph over Ottawa University
OKWU advanced to the NAIA Opening Round, defeating Westcliff University 3-0 to secure a spot in the national tournament.
Their journey continued at the NAIA Final Site in Orange Beach, Alabama, where they faced William Penn University in the Round of 16.
Season Accolades
The Eagles' success was fueled by standout performances:
Biel Campo earned KCAC MVP honors and led the attack with clutch goals.
Luis Vergara repeated as KCAC Defender of the Year.
Head Coach Jamie Peterson was named KCAC Coach of the Year, guiding the team through its unbeaten streak.
With a 15-game winning streak to close the season, Oklahoma Wesleyan cemented its status as one of the nation's elite programs. The Eagles combined explosive offense with a stifling defense, outscoring opponents by wide margins and thrilling fans throughout the year. We are Proud of the amazing season that was put on display by these remarkable Eagles. We are eager to see what comes next for the Eagles in 2026 and confident that it will be another proud season.
