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8.21.2025 // MSOC
BY: DAVID RICE (SID)
HISTORY MADE: KNIGHTS EARN FIRST-EVER VICTORY
The dawn of a new era arrived on a scorching Thursday morning in San Dimas, California. With the sun blazing at 101 degrees, the Nobel University Knights men’s soccer team refused to wilt. Instead, they rose from the heat and carved their names into history, delivering a commanding 4–0 victory over Life Pacific University to claim the first win in program history.
It wasn’t just a win. It was a statement.
The First Strike
From the opening whistle, the Knights attacked with relentless purpose. In only the 6th minute, junior forward Andi Seiti etched his name into Nobel lore. On a perfectly timed pass from sophomore João Teixeira, Seiti buried the ball past the Life Pacific goalkeeper, becoming the first-ever Knight to score in official competition.
But he wasn’t done. Just minutes later, the Venice, Italy native weaved through defenders, finishing with precision once again to double the lead and silence the home crowd.
“I feel very happy and proud to score the first two goals in university history,” Seiti said. “It’s not something that happens every day. This is amazing—and it’s only the beginning. We want to get to Florida for the NCCAA Championships.”
Command at Halftime
Momentum surged. Just before halftime, senior Gabriel DeSousa struck again, capitalizing on a feed from freshman Chakhss Anass to put the Knights ahead 3–0 at the break. Under the unrelenting sun, Nobel carried more than just a lead—they carried momentum and belief.
Sealed with Authority
The final exclamation came in the 53rd minute, when senior forward Carlos Juarez powered through defenders and finished unassisted to make it 4–0, icing the match and locking in history’s first Knights victory.
The Wall of Steel
While the offense soared, the defense stood impenetrable. Life Pacific was held to only four shots on goal, each one swallowed by Nobel’s unique four-goalie rotation. Juniors Pablo Molinos, Bubba McLemore, Guilherme Palácio (2 saves), and freshman Aleksandar Milanov (2 saves) combined for a flawless shutout, a testament to depth, trust, and teamwork.
“We have a really good defense and our four goalies all played very well today,” Seiti added. “Each has their own style, but we can trust all of them to get the job done.”
A Knight’s Next Battle
With history secured in the sweltering heat, the Knights (1–1) now set their sights on another challenge: Division III powerhouse Occidental College this Sunday night at 6:30 in Eagle Rock.
The heat was merciless, but the Knights were unshaken.
The journey has only begun, but the first chapter has been written in bold, unforgettable fashion.
The Knights have arrived.
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8.18.2025 // MSOC
BY: DAVID RICE (SID)
THE DAWN OF THE KNIGHTS!
Friday night at Great Park in Irvine wasn’t just another game — it was the birth of a legacy. Under the lights, the Nobel University Knights Men’s Soccer team took their first steps into history, going toe-to-toe with NAIA powerhouse Westcliff in a clash that felt bigger than the scoreboard.
The Warriors, seasoned and nationally ranked, struck only once — a 41st-minute strike from Alessandro Ricci. Yet, that lone goal was all that separated the experienced contender from the fearless newcomer.
For 90 minutes, the Knights stood unshaken. Head Coach Evan Camperell rotated four goalkeepers who combined for nine saves, refusing to allow the moment — or the opponent — to overwhelm them. On the attack, seniors Gabriel De Souza and Carlos Juarez fired relentlessly, leading a 10-shot charge that nearly broke through Westcliff’s wall.
After the whistle, Coach Camperell’s pride was clear:
“The players exceeded expectations. We went toe-to-toe with a program ranked 16th in the nation last year. This is a great start — something we can build on for the rest of the season.”
This wasn’t just an opener. It was proof: the Knights belong. A new force has entered the arena — forged in grit, fueled by belief, and ready to carve its place in the national conversation.
The Knights return to battle Thursday, August 21, with a 10 AM road test at Life Pacific University. The journey has begun.
The Kingdom has risen. The Knights have arrived.
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8.5.2025 // MSOC
BY: DAVID RICE (SID)
COACH EVAN CAMPERELL SET TO LEAD NOBEL UNIVERSITY INTO INAUGURAL MEN’S SOCCER SEASON
A new era is about to be written in the history books of Nobel University Athletics. In just two weeks, the Knights will take the field for their first-ever men’s soccer match, launching a program built on purpose, grit, and global ambition. At the helm stands veteran head coach Evan Camperell, a proven leader entering his 19th season as a collegiate head coach, hungry to ignite something special in Southern California.
Camperell, who most recently led the women’s program at Oklahoma Panhandle State University, brings a builder’s mindset and a warrior’s heart to the Kingdom.
“There’s nothing like starting from scratch,” said Camperell. “This is an opportunity to create a legacy. To take raw pieces and mold them into a team that can make history—this is why you coach.”
The Knights’ debut kicks off Friday, August 15th at 10:00 AM, when they travel to face NAIA powerhouse Westcliff University—the first battle in a 17-match campaign that promises intensity, growth, and fire.
As members of the Southwestern States Conference (SWS), Nobel will square off against conference rivals Bethesda University, Nelson University, and Justice College. The opening stretch of the season is no soft launch—early matches feature heavyweights like Life Pacific (NAIA) and NCAA DIII standouts Occidental College and Whittier College.
The roster? A fusion of cultures and talent from across the globe—Brazil, Spain, Mexico, Jamaica, Armenia, Bulgaria, and the United States—each player handpicked to bring a unique rhythm to Nobel’s rising symphony of soccer.
“We’re still blending, still learning one another,” Camperell added. “But there’s something special brewing. The schedule, the competition, the NCCAA structure—it gives us the perfect platform to chase greatness.”
With national tournament aspirations, a post-season berth, and a passionate vision to establish Nobel Soccer as a force, the journey begins now.
Be there. Be loud. Be part of history.
This fall… The Kingdom takes the field.
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