United States Collegiate Athletic Association Names Berkeley College Student-Athletes to All-American, All-Academic Teams for Division I Soccer

The United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) recognized six Berkeley College student-athletes for Division I Soccer during its National Tournament Banquet in Pittsburgh, PA, on Thursday, November 13, 2025.

"It was a terrific evening for our program, as six of our student-athletes were recognized by the USCAA," said Matthew DaCosta, Head Coach, Men's Soccer, Berkeley College. "Countless hours have been put in by these student-athletes, as they continue to mature into fine young men, both on the field and academically. I am very proud when I reflect on the season they have put together."

The following Berkeley College student-athletes were recognized:

Second Team All-American

• Christopher Andrade of Baton Rouge, LA
• Steven Urbes of Elizabeth, NJ

All-Academic Team

• Christopher Andrade of Baton Rouge, LA
• Victor Batista of Coral Springs, FL
• Gabriel Borges of São Paulo, Brazil
• Dylan Dascoli of Shirley, NY
• Alex Rodrigues of Union, NJ
  
  

Urbes had a standout season for the Knights in 2025, leading the team in shots (42), points (18), goals (seven), and assists (four). Andrade anchored the team's defense, and the College registered six shutouts this season, allowing just 27 goals in 18 games.

In November the Knights earned a bid to the USCAA Division I Men's Soccer Small College National Championships. The team dropped matches to No. 1-seeded Bryant & Stratton College - Syracuse (2-1) and Salem University (6-1). The Knights concluded their 2025 campaign with a 9-7-2 record.

About Berkeley College

Berkeley College, founded in 1931, is a career-focused institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education that offers students Master's, Bachelor's, and Associate's degree and Certificate programs in more than 20 career fields. The College also offers Continuing Education programs to enhance career credentials.

Berkeley College has campuses in New York City and in Newark, Woodbridge, and Woodland Park, NJ, with more than 4,000 students enrolled. In addition, Berkeley College Online® serves a global population. U.S. News & World Report has named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor's Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans for 12 consecutive years. Berkeley College is also ranked among the Best Regional Colleges/Universities in the North in the 2026 edition of the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges survey. The website address is https://BerkeleyCollege.edu.

The mission of Berkeley College is to empower each student to achieve lifelong success.

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