As college soccer recruiting classes start to solidify, coaches never truly know how impactful their newcomers will be until all arrive on campus for preseason.
But Seamus Purcell, about to enter his 23rd season as head coach at Bryant University, booms with confidence about his Class of 2023 – and with good reason.
The complexion, especially locally, involves some key Development Academy players and under-the-radar NEPSAC standouts. The end product is seven freshmen, one transfer in winger Alex DaCosta (Bristol, R.I.) from Providence College and possibly one late addition from the IMG Academy.