WILLIAMSBURG, Va. – William & Mary men's soccer head coach Chris Norris announced the addition of six student-athletes to the Tribe for the 2019 season. The group joining the Green and Gold program includes goalkeeper Kieran Baskett (Halifax, Nova Scotia/McDonogh (Md.), forward Alexander Levengood (Richmond, Va./St. Christopher's), midfielder/forward Nathan Messer (Bethesda, Md./Bethesda-Chevy Chase), forward Patrick "Diba" Nwegbo (Acworth, Ga./North Cobb), goalkeeper Will Stack (Oakwood, Ohio/Oakwood) and midfielder Marcos Villeda (Fairfax, Va./James W. Robinson).
 
"We are excited to announce the addition of these six young men," Norris said.  "They have all demonstrated the qualities required to succeed academically and athletically at William & Mary. In addition, we believe them to be people of high character who will enhance our program, department and campus community. Finally, we are encouraged by each individual's commitment to growth."
 
Here is a look at each member of the Tribe's incoming class:

 

Kieran Baskett
Goalkeeper
6-3 • 175
Halifax, Nova Scotia/McDonogh (Md.)
 
Prep
A First Team All-State selection in 2018 … Played two seasons at McDonogh, helping them to back-to-back Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference Championships in 2017 and 2018 … Posted a 0.5 goals against average with 55 saves and 11 shutouts in helping McDonogh to a 20-2 record in 2017 … Totaled 130 saves with a GAA of 1.0 and seven shutouts in 2018 … Led a shootout upset of No. 1 Loyola Blakefield in the 2018 MIAA A championship game … Converted his penalty kick and then made a kick save in McDonogh's 7-6 shootout win … Tallied seven saves in the 100-minute scoreless game and stopped three in the penalty kick shootout … Played club soccer for Baltimore Celtic SC.
 
Personal
Son of Roger Baskett and Gillian Hamilton … Mother, Gillian, competed in the 1994 Winter Olympics for Canada in the biathlon … Enjoy table tennis, video games and spending time with his dogs.
 
Norris on Baskett
"Kieran hails from Halifax, Nova Scotia, but has been in Baltimore the last two years. While in Baltimore, he has been an integral component for the Baltimore Celtic Soccer Club and McDonogh School. Kieran has all the qualities of a top goalkeeper. He possesses impressive size, length and athleticism. Kieran also reads the game well and is a good decision-maker. Meeting the demands of a modern goalkeeper, Kieran has excellent feet and an adept kicking game. Additionally, he is an explosive shot-stopper and deals with service competently. Kieran joins a young, talented goalkeeping corps and will battle for opportunities right away."

 

Alexander Levengood
Forward
5-11 • 163
Richmond, Va./St. Christopher's
 
Prep
The only three-time United Soccer Coaches All-American in the country, earning the honor in 2016, 2017 and 2018 … Was the only sophomore to earn All-America honors in 2016 …  Three-time VISAA State Player of the Year in 2016, 2017 and 2018 … Holds the state record for most career goals (104) and points (233) … Recognized among the elite high school players in the country, being named to the East squad for the sixth Annual High School All-American Game sponsored by Bimbo, Adidas and Continental Tire in December of 2018 … Twice named the Virginia Prep League Player of the Year (2017 and 2018) … Set a St. Christopher's school record and Virginia state record with 40 goals and added seven assists as a junior in 2017 … Led his team to a state runner-up finish in 2017 … Scored 28 goals, including game-winners in the state quarterfinals and semifinals as well as the championship in double overtime against Potomac in 2016 … Named the Richmond Times-Dispatch Metro Player of the Year in 2018 … Selected to the RTD's All-Metro First Team in 2017 and 2018 … Helped St. Christopher's to Prep League Championships in 2016 and 2018 … Scored 36 goals and dished out 13 assists as a senior in 2018 … Finished his career with 28 assists and 23 game-winning goals … Selected as the Richmond Times-Dispatch Scholar Athlete of the Month in November of 2018 … Scored three goals, including his 100th career marker, to help St. Christopher's win the Prep League vs. Woodberry on Senior Day in 2018 … Scored four of St. Christopher's five goals in a 5-4 win over Norfolk Academy in the 2017 state quarterfinals… Played for FC Richmond and was the club's leading scorer in 2016, 2017 and 2018 … Helped FC Richmond to the State Cup semifinals … Played club soccer as well for the Richmond Kickers, from ages 7-13, and for Richmond United in 2014 and 2015 … Involved in a number of extracurricular activities at St. Christopher's, including Vice President of Missionary Society, Co-Founder of Building A Better Richmond Public Schools club at school, Co-Head of Beaux Ties, the acapella group at St. Christopher's, Glee Club and Student Ambassador.
 
Personal
Son of Paul and Kristin Levengood … Father, Paul, threw the shot put at Davidson and his mother, Kristin, played field hockey at Mary Baldwin College … Grandfather played basketball at Mount St. Mary's … Enjoys watching hockey and football, surfing, singing, listening to music and hanging out with friends.      
 
Norris on Levengood
"Alexander joins us from the FC Richmond program and St. Christopher's School. He is a versatile attacking player, capable of leading the line or dropping deeper to play-make. Throughout his career, Alexander has shouldered much responsibility for scoring goals and creating chances for teammates. He combines good technique, a high soccer IQ and a tremendous will to win. Alexander also possesses the creativity to do the unexpected in key attacking moments. Finally, on and off the field, he has demonstrated the ability and willingness to lead. We are confident he will continue to do so in our program and on our campus. Alexander should have an immediate impact." 

 

Nathan Messer
Midfielder/Forward
5-11 • 160
Bethesda, Md./Bethesda-Chevy Chase
 
Prep
Named First Team All-State in Maryland as a senior … Selected Washington Post All-Met Honorable Mention in 2018 … The all-time record holder for assists (18) at Bethesda-Chevy Chase in 4A history … Named a Montgomery County All-Star in 2018 and All-Sentinel First Team in 2017 … B-CC team captain as a senior in 2018 … Helped B-CC to the Maryland 4A State Championship and the 4A West Maryland Regional title in 2017 … Led team with 12 goals and 10 assists in 2017 … Played club soccer for OBGC Rangers Blue 2001 under coach Pete Wood … Helped team to three Maryland State Championships (2016, 2017, 2018) … Top scorer at the Regional Championships in 2018 with five goals in five games to help team to the title … OBGC Rangers Blue won the 2018 Eastern Regional League title and appeared in the 2018 USYS National Championship … In high school, was an AP Scholar with Honors, a member of the honor roll and a writer for the school newspaper.
 
Personal
Son of Daniel and Chloe Messer … Born in London, England … Enjoys soccer, hanging out with friends and spending time with family … Intends to major in government.  
 
Norris on Messer
"Nathan has been an attacking force for the OBGC 2001 team. He excels in wide attacking positions. Nathan is tremendous in one-versus-one situations. His combination of close control, deception and acceleration enables him to lure defenders in and glide past them. He regularly scores goals and provides assists. Nathan also possesses a high soccer IQ, combines well and is a good decision-maker. We expect Nathan to compete right away in wide areas."

 

Patrick "Diba" Nwegbo
Forward
5-11 • 180
Acworth, Ga./North Cobb
 
Prep
Named to the Region 3-AAAAA Team of the Year in 2018 … Totaled 21 goals and six assists as a junior at North Cobb in 2018 and was the top goal scorer in the region … Named Offensive Player of the Year in 2018 … Scored 10 goals with eight assists in 2017 and was named team MVP … Tallied 12 goals and eight assists as a freshman at Tallulah Falls in 2016 …Played club soccer for Smyrna Soccer Club in 2017-18 and tallied 25 goals and five assists … Competed for Alabama FC in 2018-19 and totaled 17 goals with 10 assists … Invited to 2018 ECNL National Training Camp, where he scored twice against the Bahamian National Team … Scored four goals in a 4-3 win over Ohio Premier for Alabama FC at the ECNL Pennsylvania Showcase in 2018-19 … Tallied four goals in a 6-2 win over Vestavia Hills Soccer Club at the Disney Showcase with Smyrna Soccer Club … An honor roll student with a 3.5 GPA each of his final three years of high school.
 
Personal
Son of Simeon and Chinyere Nwegbo … Enjoys swimming, tennis, handing out with friends, watching soccer and spending time with his family … Intends to major in chemistry.
 
Norris on Nwegbo
"Diba is an explosive attacking player for the Alabama FC 2002 team. Capable of playing as a striker, attacking midfielder or winger, Diba is the total package. He combines pace, power, strength and agility to physically dominate defenders. He is also technically sound, possesses a high soccer IQ and is very clever in the final third. Diba has consistently scored goals but is just as likely to turn provider. He has an opportunity to become an immediate difference-maker."

 

Will Stack
Goalkeeper
6-3 • 207
Oakwood, Ohio/Oakwood
 
Prep
An All-State nominee in 2017 … Selected First Team All-Dayton, All-Dayton South and All-Southwestern Buckeye League in 2017 … Posted a save percentage of 92 in 2017, which was the best in the Southwestern Buckeye League … Named Oakwood Team MVP and Captain in 2017 … Finished with a 0.78 GAA as a junior in 2017 and totaled 160 saves … Registered 10 shutouts in 18 games as a junior … Recorded 25 saves in a scoreless draw with Mariemont in 2017 … An honorable mention Southwestern Buckeye League selection in 2016 … Posted a GAA of 1.26 with 150 saves in 2016 … Finished with six shutouts in 14 games and an save percentage of 87.3 … Tallied a career-high 29 saves vs. Bellbrook in 2016 … Did not play high school soccer as a senior … Played club soccer for Metro FC Rapids from 2015-19 … In 2015-16, posted 19 shutouts in 34 games, helping the club to the 2015 CASL U15 Elite White Championship, 2016 Blue Chip Showcase U15 title and 2016 Southern Indiana Showcase U15 Championship … In 2016-2017, tallied 22 shutouts in 34 games and helped the team to the 2017 Crossroads Showcase U17 Red Championship as well as finalists showing at the 2016 CASL U17 Premier Red and 2017 Jefferson Cup U17 Platinum events … In 2017-18, tallied 13 shutouts in 34 games despite missing half the season due to injury … Helped FC Rapids to the 2017 U18 Metro Showcase Championship and finalist appearances at the 2017 U18 Indianapolis College Showcase and the 2017 Disney Soccer Showcase U18 Premier … Earned an Oakwood Student Athlete Award in 2015, 2016 and 2017 … A member of the Captain's Council in 2017 … Played both high school basketball and club water polo in high school … Named best defensive player in water polo in 2018 … A member of the National Honor Society, High Honor Roll and National Spanish Honor Society in high school … Elected to Homecoming Court at Oakwood … Involved in a number of extracurricular activities in high school including YMCA's Junior Leadership Dayton, City of Oakwood Teen Court, Ohio Model United Nations, USSF Certified Assistant Referee, Social Teen Monitor at Oakwood Community Center, Volunteer at Good Neighbor House, House of Bread, and Dayton Art Institute and Tutor at Dayton Early College Academy Middle School (Charter School).
 
Personal
Son of Dan and KC Stack … Enjoys listening to music and going to concerts, playing video games,
hanging out with friends, exercising and training, camping and hiking and has interest in human anatomy/medicine … Intends to major in biology.
 
Norris on Stack
"Will has developed very well in the Metro FC Rapids program. He is a big, strong, dynamic goalkeeper. Will impressed us at our summer ID camp with his physical upside, his work-rate and desire to improve. He has an impressive frame, is brave and covers the goal well. Will is a great addition to our goalkeeping group. We believe he will continue to make significant strides in our environment and compete for an important role."

 

Marcos Villeda
Midfielder
5-8 • 155
Fairfax, Va./James W. Robinson
 
Prep
Played eight years of club soccer with BRYC Elite … Helped lead the club to the U18 USYS National Championship, a first-place finish in the U18 Blue Division in the National League and the 2016 Virginia State Championship … Named First Team All-Conference for the Concorde Conference Group 6A in 2017.
 
Personal
Son of Pablo Cesar Villeda and Saira Sanchinelli de Villeda … Born in Guatemala City, Guatemala … Enjoys listening to music, playing basketball with my friends and playing the video game FIFA … Intends to major in sociology with a minor in business.
 
Norris on Villeda
"Marcos is a member of the Braddock Road Youth Club 1999 team, where he won a National Championship alongside current Tribe player Ryan Powell. Marcos is a tough, all-action center midfielder. Capable of playing as a defensive or box-to-box center midfielder, he brings a versatile skillset. Defensively, Marcos reads the game well and is uncompromising. In possession, he is composed, clean and has a good passing range. Teammates love lining up next to Marcos and opponents hate playing against him. He will be a great fit for our program."