WILLIAMSBURG, Va. – William & Mary men's soccer head coach Chris Norris announced the addition of seven student-athletes to the Tribe for the 2018 season. Joining the defending Colonial Athletic Association champions are goalkeeper Connor Andrews (Dumfries, Va./Forest Park), back/midfielder James Bradley (McLean, Va./McLean), midfielder Campbell Brickhouse (Charlottesville, Va./Charlottesville), midfielder John Eberle (Dumfries, Va./Forest Park), midfielder John Andrew Eskay (Urbana, Md./Urbana), midfielder Zachary Hosseinian (Leesburg, Va./Paul VI) and midfielder Devin McCarthy (Crofton, Md./Severn School).
 
"We are very thrilled to announce the addition of these seven student-athletes," Norris said.  "The experience of winning the 2017 CAA championship was an excellent reward for our commitment to growth; however, rather than being an endpoint, it serves as a fond reminder that our focus must remain on getting better.  The seven individuals joining us have exhibited a similar commitment to personal growth, on the field and in the classroom.  I am certain their continued pursuit of excellence will help our program improve and enhance our campus community."
 
Here is a look at each of the Tribe's incoming group:
 


Connor Andrews
Goalkeeper
6-2
Dumfries, Va./Forest Park
 
Prep
A member of the Virginia State ODP from 2014-17 … Helped the 2000 Boys ODP team to a third-place finish at the 2016 ODP National Championship … Selected to the Region 1 ODP from 2015-17, competing in all inter-regional events, training events and Europe Trips in 2015 (Italy) and 2017 (Scotland) … Helped the Arlington Soccer Association to the 2014 USYSA U14 National Championship semifinal … Competed for the Prince William Courage Club as well … A teammate of fellow incoming freshman John Eberle at Forest Park … A two-time all-conference selection at Forest Park … Garnered first team all-league honors in 2016 … Received second team all-region accolades in 2016 … Earned academic honors at Forest Park along with his athletic accomplishments.
 
Personal
Son of Colman and Kelly Andrews … Father, Colman, played two years of soccer and four years of tennis at the St. Mary's College of Maryland … Plans to major in marketing.
 
Norris on Andrews:
"Connor comes to us from the Prince William Courage club.  Connor is the prototypical goalkeeper.  He possesses the size, length and athleticism to be a very successful college goalkeeper.  In addition, Connor has soft hands and very good feet.  Most importantly, throughout the recruiting process, Connor impressed us with his soccer IQ and composed demeanor.  He has a calming presence and a consistency that we greatly value.  We expect Connor to join a talented corps of returning goalkeepers in competing for the starting role vacated by senior Phil Breno."

 

James Bradley
5-8
Back/Midfielder
McLean, Va./McLean
 
Prep
A three-time all-conference selection, including first team honors in 2017 for McLean … Competed his freshman season at Princess Anne and was named the program's Rookie of the Year in 2015 … Selected as McLean's Most Improved Player in 2016 … Garnered the McLean Coaches Award in 2017 … Scored 10 goals and totaled 16 assists in three seasons of high school soccer as a left back and central midfielder … Competed for both Beach FC and the Arlington Soccer Association in club soccer … A kicker on the McLean football team during his high school career.
 
Personal
Son of Mitch and Katie Bradley … Father, Mitch, competed for four years in gymnastics at the Naval Academy … Brother, Frank, currently competing in gymnastics for Navy … Intends to major in finance.
 
Norris on Bradley: 
"James joins us from the Arlington Soccer Association.  Although versatile, James is likely to feature as a left back for the Tribe. He possesses all the tools to thrive as a left back in our system.  James is very clean technically, possesses a high soccer IQ and consistently makes good decisions.  He is capable of starting attacks with his passing or joining attacks, either as an overlapping or inverted fullback.  In addition, he is a conscientious, patient defender who is good one-versus-one and as a covering player.  James joins a deep, experienced group of outside backs, but we expect him to immediately compete."

 

Campbell Brickhouse
5-11
Midfielder
Charlottesville, Va./Charlottesville
 
Prep
A four-year varsity starter for Stephan Cost at Charlottesville High School … Helped lead high school team to a Conference 23 Championship and the VHSL Group 4A Finals in 2017 … Named to all-conference, All-Jefferson District, and All-Central Virginia teams as a junior in 2017… Posted 12 goals for Charlottesville in 2017 and netted a hat-trick in the opening seven minutes of a game … Played for the top team at SOCA (Soccer Organization of Charlottesville Albemarle) since 2010 under the direction of Dan Ensley … Helped lead SOCA U17's to a Virginia State Cup Championship and the finals of the Region 1 Championships in 2017 … Scored 21 goals and added 20 assists in 2016-17 season for SOCA …  Played for the Virginia State ODP pool from 2012-15 … Violist in the Charlottesville High School String Ensemble and the Central-VA Senior Regional Orchestra … Member of the Spanish National Honor Society.
 
Personal
Son of Bruce Holsinger and Anna Brickhouse … Cousin, Ben Jullien, ran track at UVA from 1992-96 … His aunt, Carol Holsinger, graduated from W&M in 1986 … Majoring in Psychological Sciences
 
Norris on Brickhouse:
"Campbell is a product of the Soccer Organization Charlottesville Area.  He is a very clever attacking midfielder.  What we love most about Campbell is that he is always playing the game two or three moves ahead.  He does not take mental breaks.  Instead, he constantly scans the field and devises a plan for his next action.  Campbell stays connected to the center forward.  He plays at a high tempo.  He is a very deceptive passer and his off-the-ball running frequently puts him in goal-scoring positions. Campbell should have the opportunity to study under Antonio Bustamante for a season, but, at a minimum, he will immediately improve our collective speed of play and tactical understanding."
 


John Eberle
6-0
Midfielder
Dumfries, Va./Forest Park
 
Prep
Named the Forest Park Most Valuable Player in 2017 … A three-time all-conference selection … A teammate of fellow incoming freshman Connor Andrews at Forest Park … Named to the ODP All-Region Team in 2012 and was the Virginia ODP Team Captain in 2012 … Team captain for both his club and high school teams … Helped Prince William Club to the State Cup Championship and a finalist appearance with DC United Academy U14 … Helped Arlington Soccer Association to a State Cup Championship, a regional semifinal appearance and a spot in the National Championship League … Member of the national honor society and the IT Silver Program in high school … A TOPSoccer Association Coach.
 
Personal
Son of Nathan and Joann Eberle … Intends to Major in business management.
 
Norris on Eberle:
"Like James Bradley, John hails from the Arlington Soccer Association.  We envision John as a box-to-box midfielder and think he may be one of the most complete players we have had in recent years.  John has many tools at his disposal.  He has a great build and fluid way of moving that makes him very deceptive.  He is technically diverse, capable of sitting deeper and spraying passes around the field or beating players on the dribble in the attacking third.  John also plays with swagger.  He has the confidence and creativity to try things, but balances that with an understanding of when to play simply.  John can win tackles and aerial challenges in midfield, but can also score a game-winner.  With Riley Spain's graduation, we do have to reconfigure our midfield.  I expect John to announce himself as an immediate option."
 


John Andrew Eskay
5-10
Midfielder/Forward
Urbana, Md./Urbana
 
Prep
A two-time All-State selection, earning first team honors as senior after taking home second team accolades during his junior campaign … Named the All-County Player of the Year in 2017 … A four-time All-MVAL and all-county pick, including first team distinction in each of his last three seasons … Helped lead Urbana to the 2016 Class 3A State Championships … A four-year letterwinner for Scott Schartner at Ubrana and was team captain during his senior season … Ranks third in Urbana history in points (92), goals (36) and assists (20) … Member of FC Frederick 1999 team for seven years … A member of the Maryland 1999 ODP Team from 2012-16 and a Region I ODP Team pick in 2015 and 2016 … A volunteer for the Frederick Community Learning Center after-school program and a volunteer for the Golden Mile Soccer program … A member of the National Honor Society.
 
Personal
Son of Jackie and Bo Eskay ... Both parents graduated from W&M in 1988 ... His grandmother, Lalie, and grandfather, Bob, graduated from the College in 1966 ... His father, Bo, and both brothers, William (2014-17) and Jackson (2012-15), played for the Tribe soccer program … Grandfather, Bob, played basketball at W&M ... Older sister, Tori, was three-time all-conference player at St. Mary's College of Maryland.
 
Norris on Eskay:
"John Andrew joins his father and two brothers as members of Tribe Men's Soccer.  A product of FC Frederick, John Andrew is a dynamic attacking player.  We anticipate him featuring as winger, where he can maximize his pace, quickness and one-versus-one ability.  Naturally left-footed, John Andrew is equally capable of playing on the left and beating defenders to the end-line to cross or playing on the right and cutting inside to shoot or combine.  Despite the graduation of his brother, William, and also Christian Jones, John Andrew will be competing with a deep group of wingers.  However, he possesses the physical and technical ability to make an immediate impact if he can adjust to the sophistication and organization of college defending."
 


Zachary Hosseinian
5-9
Midfielder
Leesburg, Va./Paul VI
 
Prep
A two-time VISAA All-State selection, earning first team distinction in 2017 after being a second team pick in 2016 … Named First Team All-WCAC in 2017 and was the runner-up for the league's player of the year award … Helped Paul VI to the VISAA State Championship in 2015 … A four-year Scholar-Athlete selection … Won the Menke Award … Played both midfield and outside back for Paul VI … Was a sprinter and ran long distance on the track team in high school … Captain of the Loudoun 99 Red team and helped the program to Virginia State Championships in 2014, 2015 and 2017 as well as Region I and National Championships in 2016 under the direction of Mark Ryan and John O'Hara … A member of the State ODP team for multiple years, including the national championship team in 2015 … Competed internationally with ODP in 2013 (Italy/Slovenia), 2014 (Belgium/Holland) and in the 2016 CCI Gothia Cup (Denmark/Sweden) … Founder and President of the History Club at Paul VI … A Peer Mentor, Student Ambassador, Catholic Athletes for Christ Club, volunteer for Options program, Spanish Club member and a four-year Honor Roll honoree.
 
Personal
Son of Alex and Tracey Hosseinian … Intends to major in psychological sciences with a double minor in history and philosophy.
 
Norris on Hosseinian: 
"Zach currently captains the 1999 team at Loudoun Soccer Club.  We project Zach as a defensive midfielder or right back.  He is what I refer to as a foundational player.  Zach is not flashy, yet is immensely valuable to his team. He reads the game well and embraces his role as a defensive disruptor and attacking initiator.  Zach is a serial winner.  He consistently sets the stage for the creators to conjure match-winning moments.  Zach will face strong competition in his preferred roles, but he tends to rise to meet challenges and therefore, could factor in right away."
 


Devin McCarthy
5-10
Midfielder/Forward
Crofton, Md./Severn School
 
Prep
A three-star player according to Top Drawer Soccer … Set the Severn School record for career goals with 58 … Tallied 20 goals as a senior on the way to earning first team all-conference, all-county and all-metro honors … Named Severn School's team MVP in both 2015 and 2017 … A three-time first team all-conference selection … A three-time All-Met honoree and an all-county pick … Helped Severn to three MIAA Conference Championships … Tallied 14 goals and 11 assists as a junior … Swam at Severn School as well and was a two-time first team all-county sprinter … Competed for Fewster Futbol Club in 2014-15 and 2015-16 … Helped club to the Maryland State Championship, Regional Championship, and an USYS National Finalist performance in 2015 … Scored seven goals in the Region I championships, before tallying the game winner over Georgia United to reach the finals … Selected as the USYS National Golden Ball recipient and to the USYS National Best XI Team … In 2016, Fewster was the Maryland State Champion and a regional finalist … Played for the Baltimore Armour at the U.S. Soccer Development Academy … A member of the Baltimore Celtic Team in 2018 and the club competed in the USYS Regional and National Championship Playoffs.
 
Personal
Son of Michael and Christina McCarthy … Father, Michael, played soccer at Keene State College, 1983-87… Majoring in marketing … Will take part in RTOC at W&M.
 
Norris on McCarthy: 
"Devin currently plays for the reigning national champion Baltimore Celtic 2000 team.  Devin is a versatile attacking player.  I can see him featuring in any of the front four positions.  He plays with tremendous desire and determination. Throughout his career, Devin has had a knack for scoring goals and has done so in a variety of ways.  He is just as likely to score with a great strike from distance as he is to net a scrappy goal after a scramble in the penalty area.  Devin is another guy who has won at every level.  He tends to persevere, doing whatever is necessary, within the rules, for his team to succeed.  This quality will likely enable him to contend for minutes in the fall, despite stiff competition in attacking roles."