Feb. 16, 2016
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LOS ANGELES - Set to enter his 19th season at the helm of the LMU men's soccer program this coming fall, Head Coach Paul Krumpe keeps expectations high with the welcome addition of eight new faces making uptake Lions' 2016 recruiting class.
"This recruiting class is potentially the best in LMU history," said Krumpe of the collective group. "We already return a deep and talented group for next years' campaign, but we are thrilled with this class which is loaded with goal scorers, big and powerful defenders and explosive wingers. This Lion recruiting class has the potential to push LMU into the upper echelon of Division I programs. Each member of this class brings athleticism, explosiveness, technical ability and a focus which will prove beneficial during their tenure here."
The eight-member class, set to fill the void left by seven graduating seniors, features six California natives, one from Washington and one from Tennessee. The group's vast experience on their prep teams, Academies and ODP brings great foundation to the two-time West Coast Conference championship Lions.
Garrett Amador, Defender/Midfielder, Servite High School, Strikers FC Academy
Three-year letterwinner... led Servite High School to three consecutive Trinity League championships from 2014-16... CIF Semifinals in 2014... CIF Champions and State finalist in 2015... Two-time first team All-Trinity Lease selection... Rookie of the Year in 2014... first team All-CIF in 2015... California All-Star in 2015... also first team All-County, Offensive MVP, Goal of the Year honoree and OC Varsity Player of the Week honors in 2015... 2015 team leader with 23 goals and 11 assists... also competes for Strikers FC '98 Academy... ODP National Team Market Training Center in 2014.
Coach Krumpe on Amador: Powerful, dynamic winger who may also develop as a left back. Garrett can bulldoze his way through defenses with the ability to score from distance. Plays like a cross between recent LMU left back Luc Brubaker and former LMU captain Philip Arias."
Sahid Conteh, Midfielder, Dunn High School, Santa Barbara FC
Four-year varsity letterwinner... led Dunn HS to the Condor League title in 2014 and 2015... CIF Southern Section Champions in 2015... First Team All-CIF in 2014 and 2015... 2015 CIF Southern Section Player of the Year... 2015 Team MVP... 2015 All-State Team of the Year... 2015 team leader with 27 goals and 17 assists... also played for Santa Barbara FC... Cal South State Champions and Region 4 Champions in 2013, 2014 and 2015... USYS National Champs in 2013... USYS Best 11 in 2013 and 2014.
Coach Krumpe on Conteh: Explosive and strong winger/forward. Has ability to break down defenses on the dribble or to get behind with tremendous speed with his runs. Strong on the ball with a powerful shot from distance to complement a soft touch and quickness in the box. LMU has never had a player blessed with his explosiveness and athleticism."
Nick Dauchot, Defender, Shattuck-St. Mary's School, Shattuck-St. Mary's Academy
Two year varsity letterwinner as a freshman and sophomore at Ravenwood High School in Brentwood, Tenn.... Rookie of the Year in 2013... State Quarterfinalists in 2013... Player of the Week in Williamson County in 2014... All District II-AAA Soccer Team in 2014... Defensive Player of the Year in 2014... leading scorer for Ravenwood High School in 2014... prepped at Shattuck-St. Mary's School in Faribault, Minn. as a junior and senior... competed for Shattuck-St. Mary's U18 Developmental Academy as part of the USSDA... quarterfinalists in Developmental Academy Playoffs in 2015... previously competed for the Brentwood SC '97 Boys Premier... four-time Tennessee State League Champions (2009-12)... three-time Tennessee State Champions (2009, 2011, 2012)... three-time Premier League Central Champions (2010-12)... quarterfinalists at Southern Regionals (Region III Tournament) in 2012... Tennessee State ODP starter in 2010-14.
Coach Krumpe on Dauchot: Big, burly centerback with great athleticism who is dominant in the air. Nick plays like a hybrid of LMU great centerback's Matt Kovar and Craig Nitti. Tough on the tackle, dominant in the air and capable of serving quality passes within the midfield and beyond."
Will DuBay, Midfielder, Vista Del Lago High School, Sacramento Republic FC Academy
Attends Vista Del Lago High School in Folsom, Calif... played one year of varsity soccer in 2012... won the Capital Athletic League title in 2012... has also competed for the San Juan Soccer Club (2010-12), the USSDA San Juan Soccer Academy (2012-15) and the USSDA Sacramento Republic FC Academy (2015-16)... 2014 H.V. & C.V Quick, Den Haag "Golden City Cup, Prague" U17 Champions... named to TopDrawerSoccer's "NorCal Top IX" in 2015.
Coach Krumpe on DuBay: Probably the most versatile member of this LMU recruiting class, Will is capable of playing in a wide variety of positions in the midfield. Aggressive, dynamic and composed demeanor will fit in perfectly with our LMU system. Contains characteristics much like Lion greats Artur Jozkowicz and Sean Sears."
Paul Lewis, Goalkeeper, Eastside Catholic High School, Crossfire Premier SC
Preps at Eastside Catholic High School in Bellevue, Wash.... played one year of varsity soccer in 2015... named second team All-Metro in 2015... has focused mainly on competing for his club teams... named MVP of Eastside FC in 2009, 2010 and 2011... in his current Academy season for the Crossfire Premier FC, he has five shutouts through nine games and a 0.77... Region IV EDP/ODP Championships in 2013.
Coach Krumpe on Lewis: Big and agile goalkeeper who will likely spend the year adjusting to the college game. His big frame will become another intimidating presence much like Paul Blanchette in the LMU goal. Good hands, quickness and ability to distribute will be assets to any LMU backline."
Chairat "Lucky" Puengrod, Midfielder/Forward, Buena High School, Santa Barbara FC
Four year varsity letterwinner... Buena High School reached the CIF playoffs all four years... third place in the Channel league as a freshman, sophomore and junior... team finished as the league runner-up his senior season... has 10 goals through 10 games in his senior season (still in progress)... three-time first team All-Channel League selection... also competes for the Santa Barbara Soccer Club...club team placed fist at the National Cup, State Cup and Regional Cup in 2012 and 2013.
Coach Krumpe on Puengrod: Strong, dynamic attacking player. He is a lethal finisher who is very dangerous going to goal and can score in a multitude of ways. Has the potential to challenge LMU All-American Arturo Torres' records for goals and points scored in a career at LMU."
Rodrigo San Roman, Midfielder, University High School, Pateadores SC Academy
Preps at University High School... most recently played for the LA Galaxy Academy of the DSSDA... 2014-15 USSDA League Champions... also played for the club team Pateadores...Dallas Cup Champions in 2013... National Cup Champions in 2011 and 2013... Regional Cup Champions in 2011... Surf Cup Champs in 2010.
Coach Krumpe on Roman: Rodrigo is a fantastic connecting piece who is capable of playing a myriad of positions on the field. Technically superb, with great field vision and awareness, Rodrigo plays like a hybrid of former Lion greats Armando Melendez and Logan McDaniel. Explosive with terrific control and passing ability."
Brandon Sanchez, Midfielder, Santa Barbara High School, Santa Barbara SC
Four year varsity letterwinner... led Santa Barbara High School to Channel League titles in 2014 and 2016... first team All-Channel League in 2013-14 and 2015-16... first team All-City in 2014-15... third team All-CIF Southern Section in 2014... had 20 goals and 20 assists during his prep career... also competed for the Santa Barbara Soccer Club... Cal South State Champions in 2013, 2014 and 2015... US Region IV Champions in 2013, 2014 and 2015... US Youth Soccer National Championships in 2013... led Region IV with six goals during the Championships in 2014-15.
Coach Krumpe on Sanchez: Extremely creative playmaker with great vision and touch. Capable of immediately stepping into our midfield and contributing. Reminiscent of former LMU greats Junior Ybarra and Rafael Baca. Fantastic technical skills and ability to connect passes everywhere on the field."
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