Long Island University (LIU) Men’s Soccer is a collegiate soccer team that represents Long Island University in the NCAA Division I. The team was established in 1948 and has been playing soccer ever since. The team is known for its rich history and success in the Northeast Conference (NEC) and the NCAA tournament.
The Beginning of LIU Men’s Soccer
The LIU Men’s Soccer team was established in 1948 by Coach Arnie Oliver. The team played its first game in the same year and won 6-1 against Brooklyn College. Since then, the team has been playing soccer and has become one of the most successful teams in the Northeast Conference.
The Success of LIU Men’s Soccer
The LIU Men’s Soccer team has a rich history of success in the Northeast Conference and the NCAA tournament. The team has won the NEC tournament six times and has appeared in the NCAA tournament 12 times. In addition, the team has won two NCAA national championships in 1966 and 1974.
The Players of LIU Men’s Soccer
The LIU Men’s Soccer team has produced many talented players over the years. Some of the notable players include:
- Brian Bliss – former US Men’s National Team player and coach
- Chris Armas – former US Men’s National Team player and coach
- Anthony Maher – former Irish international player
- Walter Chyzowych – former US Men’s National Team coach
The Coaches of LIU Men’s Soccer
The LIU Men’s Soccer team has had many successful coaches over the years. Some of the notable coaches include:
- Arnie Oliver – the first coach of LIU Men’s Soccer
- Bob Montgomery – led the team to the NCAA national championship in 1974
- Carlos Juarez – led the team to six NEC tournament championships
- TJ Kostecky – current head coach of LIU Men’s Soccer
The Rivalries of LIU Men’s Soccer
The LIU Men’s Soccer team has had many rivalries over the years. Some of the notable rivalries include:
- St. Francis Brooklyn – the Battle of Brooklyn
- Monmouth University – a rivalry that started in the 1990s
- Central Connecticut State University – a rivalry that started in the 1980s
The Future of LIU Men’s Soccer
The LIU Men’s Soccer team has a bright future ahead. The team will be competing in the Northeast Conference in the upcoming season and will be looking to add to its rich history of success. With the guidance of head coach TJ Kostecky and the talent of its players, LIU Men’s Soccer is poised for another successful season.
