Preview: Men's Soccer Travels to Bridgewater for ODAC Semifinals

11/3/2026 2:30:00 PM

By: Matt McIntosh '23, '26

BRIDGEWATER, Va. - For the second time since joining the conference, the Shenandoah University men's soccer team is set to compete in the ODAC Semifinals. The Hornets head to Bridgewater College on Wednesday afternoon, with the winner advancing to Saturday's championship game.

The teams met just one week ago in the regular season finale, with Shenandoah coming out on top 1-0, thanks to a penalty kick goal from Jarbin Rodriguez. The Hornets and Eagles are 1-1-1 against each other since 2023.

GAME INFORMATION

Date: November 4, 2026
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Bridgewater Soccer Complex (Bridgewater, VA)

SHENANDOAH VS BRIDGEWATER HISTORY

Shenandoah Wins: 8
Bridgewater Wins: 9
Ties: 4
Last Meeting: 10/28/26 (SU Won 1-0)
Last Playoff Meeting: N/A

2026 SHENANDOAH MEN'S SOCCER

Record: 9-3-6, 5-1-3 ODAC
Head Coach: Brandon Kates (5th Season)
Goal Leaders: Jarbin Rodriguez (11), Luke Shearer (3), Eight Players Tied with Two
Assist Leaders: Luke Shearer (5), Jarbin Rodriguez (4), Elezar Albe (3)
Point Leaders: Jarbin Rodriguez (26), Luke Shearer (11), Five Players Tied with Five
Goalie: Aidan King-Miller (18 games, 9-3-6 record, 1.03 GAA, 58 saves)
Team Stats: 36 goals, 220 shots, 1.00 GAA

2026 BRIDGEWATER MEN'S SOCCER

Record: 11-4-3, 5-1-3 ODAC
Head Coach: Ryan Bennison (16th Season)
Goal Leaders: Riley Queen (11), Lucio Bianchi (7), Trey Widrick (5)
Assist Leaders: Riley Queen (9), Anthony Medrano (5), Trey Widrick (3), Kevin Polanco (3)
Point Leaders: Riley Queen (31), Lucio Bianchi (14), Trey Widrick (13)
Goalie: Zane Kowalski (15 games, 9-3-3 record, 46 saves, 0.57 GAA)
Team Stats: 39 goals, 256 shots, 0.78 GAA

#GoSUHornets

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