It is our pleasure to officially release our 2023 men’s roster!
Our coaches are proud to work with some of the most talented players in central Ohio. There was so much skill present at our tryout sessions, and many of these great players come from our very own Delaware County and even the city of Delaware!
Here is a list of players on the squad this year and a small bio about each of them:
Harrason Ahn - Harrason is a new signing for DRFC. He’s currently a sophomore playing at the University of Mount Union as a defender. He attended Gahanna Lincoln High School and we’re excited to see what he brings to the Boys in Blue this season.
Seth Barrett - Seth is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. His knowledge of the game made him a massive asset for the entire season, as he led the backline with 11 appearances. He is from Columbus, OH, but now residing in Delaware. He has European experience playing in the U19 Bundesliga with Quelle Fürth.
Asher Bridenstine - Asher is another new signing for the 2023 season. He’s currently a freshman playing at the University of Findlay. Asher is from Kenton, Ohio. He traditionally plays in the midfield and we’re excited to see him feature for us this year.
Alex Brown - Alex is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. The Delaware native, brought a lot of energy and control to the midfield. He notably helped secure a playoff berth against ACU with his defensive efforts. Now playing for Bluffton University, he started 17 matches and was selected for the HCAC all-tournament selection.
Forrest Church - Forrest is in his first season with the Rising. He played his high school soccer at South Kitsap High School. He continued his soccer career at the University of Memphis as a scholarship athlete in track and soccer.
Nathan Chwalik - Nathan is playing his 3rd season with DRFC. A Delaware native and former Walsh University player, he locked down the left side of the field contributing in the backline with 11 appearances and an assist in the playoff run.
Robbie Comstock - Robbie is playing his 3rd season with DRFC. From Piqua, OH, but currently residing in Delaware. The former UNOH defensive midfielder brings great physicality and defensive awareness. As captain, he helped lead the team to another playoff run last season.
Brandon Eddy - Brandon is a fresh face joining the Rising in the 2023 season. He’s currently a sophomore playing at Baldwin Wallace University as a midfielder. Brandon attended Olentangy High School where he was a three-year letter-winner.
Kyle Eddy - Kyle joins his brother as a new signing on the DRFC roster this year. He’s currently a senior playing midfield for Baldwin Wallace University. Kyle attended Olentangy High School where he was a four-year letter-winner.
Wyatt Fields - Wyatt is a new signing for the Rising this season. He captained his team, Belpre High School, where he primarily played as a forward with 50 career goals and was even named all-Ohio his senior year.
Nicholas Flury - Nicholas is a new signing this year, coming from Otterbein University, where he is currently a senior. He is a three-year letterman and two-year starter with a 2019 honorable mention All-OAC.
Jeramy Hermiller - Jeramy is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. From Ottawa, OH. The winger/forward contributed his first season with 1 goal and assist. He is currently playing collegiately at Findlay University.
Bo Howard - Bo is joining us for his first season with the Rising. He’s currently a senior at Watkins Memorial High School playing in an attacking role. He was selected as the Offensive Player of the Year and First Team LCL.
Mohamed Jabby - Mo is playing his first season with DRFC.
Eddie Kondrad - Eddie is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. From Lewis Center, the defender has put in strong shifts in the backline during his first season. The former Olentangy Liberty High School captain is looking forward to another quality season.
Landon Kuhn - Landon is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. The 2022 DRFC Player and Fan’s player of the season, ended the season contributing with a handful of assists and goals to his name. From Lewis Center, he formerly captained Olentangy Berlin, and is now playing for Ohio Wesleyan University.
Cody Lumby - Cody is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. From Sunbury, OH. He previously played for Big Walnut High School and is now playing at Mount Union. The midfielder provided a vital assist in our win 1-0 against GCFC last season and also tallied up a goal in his 9 appearances.
Nick Manivilovski - Nick is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. A Delaware native, formerly played with Olentangy High School, and is now playing for Baldwin Wallace. The forward contributed a goal in his 9 appearances for the club last season.
Galvin McCall - Galvin joins us for his first season as a member of the Rising squad. He played varsity for three years at the American School of Paris in Saint-Cloud, France.
Colin McComb - Colin is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. A Delaware native, formerly played for Olentangy, and is currently playing with Capital University. The forward/winger made a huge impact last season scoring 2 goals with one against GCFC in our 1-0 win.
Ryan Miller - Ryan is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. He’s from Galena, OH. As a midfielder, he has played for Olentangy Berlin and now plays for Franciscan University where he received honorable mention as a freshman. He is excited about playing for the club and to continue honing his skills.
Mason Morris - Mason is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. From Lewis Center. He has played for Olentangy Berlin and was selected OCC special mention while winning districts. The 2022 leading goalscorer is excited to represent his community for another season.
Ryland Owens - Ryland is playing his 2nd season with DRFC. From Pataskala, OH, he played for Watkins Memorial High School and formerly for Liberty Christian, which is a nationally ranked school. The 2022 young player of the season made a name for himself last season, and is looking to continue his momentum.
John Seliskar - John is coming in for his 2nd DRFC season, a Delaware native. He will be playing for Bluffton University alongside a handful of DRFC players. The former Buckeye Valley High School captain, brought a lot of energy to the team last season. And is looking to bring his game to the next level.
Connor Sexton - Connor is coming in for his 2nd DRFC season. A Delaware native, he played at Olentangy Berlin amongst a few of the other DRFC players. He is now the goalkeeper for Capital University, where he set a record for most saves in his match against Ohio Wesleyan.
Evan Scott - Evan is coming in for his 2nd DRFC season. From Powell, he has previously played for Olentangy Liberty High school, which was a 2019 state runner up. The winger is now lacing up his boots with Baldwin Wallace. Evan is excited to play the sport he loves, while proving Delaware is better than any other part of Ohio!
Cooper Solomon - Cooper joins the team for his first year after playing as a defender at California University of PA. He played 900+ minutes his freshman year and started 14/16 games. He played his high school soccer at Gahanna Lincoln High School.
Aaron Stearns - Aaron is in his first year with DRFC. He currently plays as an attacked for Bluffton University. He played his high school soccer at Watkins Memorial High School, along with a club career at Legends and USA Elite.
Gabriel Thomas - Gabriel is a new goalkeeper signing this season. He’s currently playing college soccer at the College of Wooster. He attended St. Charles Preparatory High School, and played club soccer for Worthington United. He’ll be a key player among our group, holding down the fort between the sticks.
Evan Wherley - Evan is coming in for his 3rd season with DRFC, from Columbus. The former Notre Dame College midfielder has a great knowledge of the game and leadership skills that resulted in him being named captain. He will continue to be an important player and leader at the club this year!
Zach White - Zach is coming in for his 2nd season with DRFC, from Galena. He has played center back for Tiffin university, and is currently playing for Indiana University East. Zach is looking forward to improving his game, keeping fit, and of course bringing a title to Delaware Rising!
