Men's Soccer Announces 2025 Signing Class
7/23/2025 1:14:00 PM | Men's Soccer
Pioneers add 11 to their roster
FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Sacred Heart University men's soccer head coach Anthony Anzevui has announced the 2025-26 recruiting class, introducing 11 new Pioneers.
"We're excited about this incoming class," said Anzevui. "They will complement a strong core of returning players. We've added both experienced individuals and some very good first-year students. They will provide competition in all positions, which you need to bring out the best in everybody and push them to new heights. That depth will be crucial to meet the challenges of competing in the MAAC and against some of the top teams in the nation."
"I want to thank our entire staff who have worked around the clock to identify and build relationships with players that are the best fit for our program," added Anzevui.
Johan Bermudez | Forward | Greenwich, CT | Westchester FC
Last season, the Pioneers were ranked as high as eighth in the United Soccer Coaches East Region, scoring 27 goals, a D1 program record. SHU went 8-6-2 last season, qualifying for the postseason, falling to Rider 1-0 in double overtime in the MAAC Quarterfinal.
"We're excited about this incoming class," said Anzevui. "They will complement a strong core of returning players. We've added both experienced individuals and some very good first-year students. They will provide competition in all positions, which you need to bring out the best in everybody and push them to new heights. That depth will be crucial to meet the challenges of competing in the MAAC and against some of the top teams in the nation."
"I want to thank our entire staff who have worked around the clock to identify and build relationships with players that are the best fit for our program," added Anzevui.
Johan Bermudez | Forward | Greenwich, CT | Westchester FC
- 2x USYNT Training Camps
- Selected for MLS Next All-Star Match in 2024
- 3x MLS Next Cup Playoffs
- 2x Team top goal scorer with 10+ goals both seasons
- Played at the University of Hartford during his Freshman year.
- Transferred to the University of Rhode Island, where he played in seven games, starting six of them.
- Played his first two collegiate years at Otero College. He played 28 games, starting in 27 of them.
- He transferred to Lubbock Christian University, where he played 32 games, starting all of them.
- Garcia was selected CSC Academic All-District during the 2024 campaign.
- Played for Nules CF in the sixth tier of Spanish Football.
- He played in 56 games, starting 54 of them during the last two seasons.
- He was a key player in the squad that was promoted to the 6th tier during the 2022-2023 season.
- Played for CF Epila in the fifth tier of Spanish football during the last four seasons.
- Played in 125 games, scoring seven goals during that period
- Played at Coastal Bend College during his first two collegiate years.
- Transferred to D2 powerhouse Colorado State University Pueblo.
- In 2023, Giancarlo was part of the team that reached the NCAA DII National Championship game vs Franklin & Pierce University. He played and started that game.
- In 2024, Giancarlo was part of the CSU squad that reached the National Final 4.
- Played his first two collegiate years at the University of Rio Grande.
- He transferred to Slippery Rock University, where he played 33 games, starting all of them.
- Recorded one goal and seven assists during his two years at Slippery Rock University. Additionally, he was named a second-team All-PSAC West selection during the 2024 fall season
- Played for Seacoast United U19's MLS Next. Started every match that he played in.
- Competed with the New England Revolution MLS Next team.
- Scored 10 goals during his U17 year
- Member of the Players Development Academy MLS Next U-19 squad that qualified for the MLS Next Cup in Nashville in June 2025
- Member of Sporting Athletic Club U19's MLS Next Team.
- Recorded 23 clean sheets throughout the last 3 seasons
- Stint with C.D. Numancia Juvenil Division de Honor
- Played for La Liga side Real Sociedad during 9 seasons.
- Played in 79 games in the 5th tier of Spanish football with CD Lagun Onak being his last team.
Last season, the Pioneers were ranked as high as eighth in the United Soccer Coaches East Region, scoring 27 goals, a D1 program record. SHU went 8-6-2 last season, qualifying for the postseason, falling to Rider 1-0 in double overtime in the MAAC Quarterfinal.
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