Nicolas Pietrantonio

Pietrantonio Named American Defensive Player of the Week

Freshman defender recognized after anchoring Bulls’ shutout vs. Charlotte.

September 29, 2025

TAMPA, Fla., September 29, 2025 – The American Conference announced its weekly men's soccer honors, naming freshman Nicolas Pietrantonio as Defensive Player of the Week, following his outstanding performance in the Bulls' 0-0 draw with Charlotte.
 
Pietrantonio, a first-year defender, was key in preserving the shutout, limiting Charlotte's offensive chances and keeping the Bulls organized defensively. His steady play helped USF remain unbeaten overall and undefeated in conference games.
 
As one of the younger contributors to the Bulls' roster, Pietrantonio continues to make an immediate impact in his debut season, earning recognition from the conference for his role in USF's defensive success.
 
The American Conference Men's Soccer Weekly Honors – September 29, 2025. TICKETS
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ABOUT USF MEN'S SOCCER
USF Men's Soccer competed in the school's first-ever intercollegiate athletic contest on Sept. 25, 1965, beating Florida Southern 4-3. Since then, the oldest program on campus has built a winning tradition, claiming 14 conference championships and making 22 NCAA Tournament appearances, including three trips to the Elite Eight.
 
The program also has a strong reputation within the professional game and boasts 30 MLS draft picks. Notable alumni include two-time MLS Golden Boot winner Jeff Cunningham, USA 1994 World Cup star Roy Wegerle, and 2013 MLS Cup winner Dom Dwyer. Men's Soccer has three Alumni and a coach in the USF Athletics Hall of Fame: Fergus Hopper, Jeff Attinella, Jeff Cunningham & Dan Holcomb.
 
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