RICHMOND, Ind. – The Earlham College men's soccer team is set to begin its 2026 campaign next month in Matlack-Messer Stadium. 

THE SCHEDULE

Earlham is set to open play on September 1st with a crosstown battle against Indiana University East. The first four contests will all take place at Matlack-Messer Stadium as Earlham hosts Heidelberg on September 4th, Albion on September 6th, and Spalding on September 9th. The Quakers then travel for two road games on September 12th and 16th at Ohio Christian and Wittenberg respectively. Olivet comes to Richmond on September 19th, and the Quakers take on Kuyper College on September 22nd for the final non-conference match of the season. 

HCAC play begins on September 26th at Manchester University. Kick off is scheduled for 3:30 pm. Conference games take up the final four weeks of the season as the Quakers will contest every Wednesday and Saturday at 3:30 pm. The Quakers host Mount St. Joseph University for Homecoming on October 17th, and the regular season rounds out at Berea College on October 27th. 

THE PLAYERS

Luke Hamaker earned a spot on the third team all-conference in his sophomore season. 
Hamaker led the Quakers in assists with three after handling corner kick duties this season. In addition, the Quaker defender scored one goal. Earlham also had six athletes designated as "athletes to watch" by the HCAC. Grant Courtad, Mason Paul, Rhoi Phulusa, Sawyer Sheetz, Levi Smith and Sirapob Tippayapaphanupap were all noted by the conference. 

THE COACHES

Aaron Gustine is set to take on his eighth season leading the men's soccer program, joined for the second season by Jack Amorosano as assistant men's soccer coach. Last season, the duo oversaw two All-HCAC performers, and orchestrated a 4-0 win over Berea on Senior Day.

HCAC OUTLOOK

The Quakers were picked to finish 10th in the HCAC Preseason Poll, garnering 17 votes from conference coaches. Transylvania was tabbed to win the conference, earning seven first-place votes. 

HOW TO FOLLOW

goearlham.com will have up-to-the minute information on schedule cancelations and alterations all season long.  Additionally, links for live video and live stats will be published as they become available.