https://www.udcfirebirds.com en-us https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2024-25/releases/20250507parva6 WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia Athletics Department held its annual Firebird Sports Banquet on Monday, May 6, in the elegant Student Center Ballroom, honoring the achievements of its outstanding student-athletes, coaches, and teams during the 2024–25 academic year. Wed, 07 May 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2024-25/releases/20250507parva6 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20250417rt36vc Washington, DC – The University of the District of Columbia Men’s Soccer program welcomed back more than 40 alumni for a spirited and celebratory Alumni Game held on campus this past weekend. The event brought together Firebirds from across multiple eras in a showcase of athletic pride, camaraderie, and school spirit. Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20250417rt36vc https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2024-25/releases/20250218wxju8s AUSTIN, TX (Feb. 19, 2025) – FloSports and the Division II East Coast Conference (ECC) have entered into an exclusive media rights agreement that will begin in the fall of 2025. Through the seven-figure agreement, FloSports will represent the ECC and its nine member institutions, providing a global platform to live stream events and support the teams, institutions, and student-athletes with a robust content engine across the web and social. The ECC’s addition to FloSports represents the 13th conference to join FloCollege. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2024-25/releases/20250218wxju8s https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2024-25/releases/20250110q8ls50 Washington, D.C.-The University of the District of Columbia’s student-athletes are not just champions on the field but also in the classroom. Demonstrating the true essence of the scholar-athlete, UDC’s athletic teams recorded an impressive collective Fall semester GPA of 3.341. Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2024-25/releases/20250110q8ls50 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241126kdzfvg Washington, DC - UDC men's soccer sophomore midfielder Ignacio Lopez was named to the Division II Conference Commissioner Association (D2 CCA) All-East Region Second Team s was announced today by the organization. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241126kdzfvg https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241123feu001 MANCHESTER, N.H- After starting out the season 1-6-2, 0-3 in ECC play, a Conference Championship, much less an NCAA Tournament berth, didn't seem to be in the cards for the Firebirds. However, UDC managed to turn the season around going 7-1-2, over the course of the next ten games, going on a historic post season run, and winning the ECC Championship as the first ever #6 seed to do so. Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241123feu001 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241118tkxvuq Rockville Centre, NY - Sophomore midfielder Ignacio Lopez, was named the ECC Tournament Most Outstanding Player, after leading his team to their first Championship title. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241118tkxvuq https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241118tslr6y Washington, DC- For just the second time since the 2017 season the UDC Men's Soccer team will be competing in the upcoming NCAA DII Tournament. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241118tslr6y https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/2024111802ug77 Rockville Centre, NY -#6 District of Columbia men’s soccer clinched it's first ever East Coast Conference Championship title with a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory against #5 Molloy University, on Sunday afternoon at John A. Darcy Field. Sun, 17 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/2024111802ug77 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241110xd0o7h Dobbs Ferry, NY - #6 District of Columbia men's soccer team is headed back to the ECC Championship Final after upsetting #2 Mercy University in the ECC Semifinal. Goals from George Shaw and Ignacio Lopez, along with a stellar performance from goalkeeper Giovanni Llamas, propelled the Firebirds to victory. Sun, 10 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241110xd0o7h https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241108d7rajo Rochester, NY - #6 District of Columbia men's soccer team pulled off the upset over #3 Roberts Wesleyan University securing a thrilling come-from-behind victory 3-2 in the first round of the ECC Championship. With goals from All-Conference selections Ignacio Lopez, Ignacio Pericet, and Santiago Gordillo Martinez, the Firebirds completed a comeback to move on to the semi-final round of play against #2 Mercy University on Sunday. Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241108d7rajo https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241105tnq7pj Washington, D.C- Santiago Gordillo Martinez, Ignacio Lopez, Ignacio Pericet and Axel Gamez were All-Conference selections, as was announced by the Conference Office today. Tue, 05 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241105tnq7pj https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241104iufwck Washington, D.C- #6 District of Columbia will head to #3 Roberts Wesleyan University in an ECC Quarterfinal match up on Thursday, Nov 7 at the Redhawks Field in Rochester, N.Y. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241104iufwck https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241104j4m8yi Washington, D.C- In the final ECC weekly report sheet, Giovanni Llamas was name the Rookie of the Week for his performance in the final two games of the regular season. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241104j4m8yi https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241102suyk68 Washington, D.C- The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team earned a 2-1 victory over Staten Island in a thrilling East Coast Conference (ECC) match on Saturday. With goals from Santiago Gordillo Martinez and Isaiah Daniel, the Firebirds secured their third ECC win of the season. Sat, 02 Nov 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241102suyk68 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241030zm81q9 Washington, D.C. - The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team battled East Stroudsburg University to a 0-0 draw in a hard-fought non Conference match up on Wednesday at UDC Turf Field. Both teams created numerous chances, but stellar goalkeeping and defense kept the match scoreless after 90 minutes. Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241030zm81q9 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/2024102703iv3i Buffalo, NY - The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team battled their way to a 1-1 draw against D’Youville College on Saturday in an East Coast Conference (ECC) matchup. Despite taking an early lead, the Firebirds couldn’t hold on, as D’Youville equalized in the second half, resulting in a shared point for both teams. Sat, 26 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/2024102703iv3i https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241023saidof Washington, D.C. -The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) men's soccer team secured an impressive 2-1 victory over St. Thomas Aquinas College on Wednesday in a pivotal East Coast Conference (ECC) matchup at UDC Athletic Field. With this win, the Firebirds improve their conference standing in a tightly contested game that saw standout performances from goalkeeper Giovanni Llamas and forward Ignacio Lopez. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241023saidof https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241019z3bas0 Washington, D.C. - The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team suffered a 3-1 defeat against Roberts Wesleyan College in an East Coast Conference matchup on Saturday afternoon at UDC Turf Field. Despite a strong second-half effort, the Firebirds were unable to overcome an early deficit. Sat, 19 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241019z3bas0 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241012ujmmua Amherst, NY - The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Daemen University on Saturday at Karrer Field. The Firebirds earned their third win of the season in a closely contested East Coast Conference (ECC) matchup. Sat, 12 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241012ujmmua https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241009v1ya6e Washington, D.C. -The University of the District of Columbia men’s soccer team delivered a commanding 6-1 victory over Virginia State University on Wednesday evening at the UDC Athletic Field. With contributions from multiple players, the Firebirds showcased their offensive firepower, improving their season record. Wed, 09 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241009v1ya6e https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241002y8p7xe Flushing, N.Y. - The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team faced a tough 4-0 defeat against Queens College in an East Coast Conference matchup at Knights Field. Despite their efforts, the Firebirds struggled to find a breakthrough against a strong Queens side. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20241002y8p7xe https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240930lzx9p8 Washington, D.C. - The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) men's soccer program is excited to announce its upcoming ID Clinic on October 19, 2024. This one-day event offers aspiring players the opportunity to showcase their skills and receive coaching from the UDC men’s soccer coaching staff, including Head Coach Matt Thompson, Assistant Coach Ben Mortimer, and Goalkeeping Coach Joao Brusamolin. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240930lzx9p8 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240928w13r7c Washington, D.C. — The University of the District of Columbia men’s soccer team faced a tough defeat against the nationally ranked Mercy University on Saturday afternoon, with a final score of 5-1 at the UDC Turf Field. Despite UDC's efforts, Mercy’s relentless attack proved too much for the Firebirds to handle. Sat, 28 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240928w13r7c https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240924v4p8ut Washington, D.C. — The University of the District of Columbia men’s soccer team suffered a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Jefferson University on Wednesday afternoon at UDC Field. Despite a strong start and a first-half equalizer by Santiago Gordillo Martinez, the Firebirds were unable to overcome Jefferson's attacking pressure. Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240924v4p8ut https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240921ovr1u4 Rockville Centre, NY - The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team faced a tough 3-0 defeat against conference foe Molloy University on Saturday at John A. Darcy Field. Despite creating several scoring opportunities, the Firebirds were unable to find the back of the net against a strong Molloy side. The Firebirds fall to 0-1 in conference play while the Lions improve to 1-0. Sat, 21 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240921ovr1u4 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240918s50ci6 Slippery Rock, PA — The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team battled to a 1-1 draw against Slippery Rock University Wednesday afternoon at the James Egli Field. Both teams fought hard, but neither could break the deadlock in a tense, back-and-forth affair. Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240918s50ci6 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240914ow5lly WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia Firebirds faced a tough loss against Seton Hill University on Saturday at the UDC Turf Field, with a final score of 3-1. Despite an early lead by the Firebirds, Seton Hill rallied in the second half to claim the victory. Sat, 14 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240914ow5lly https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240911w81m04 Frostburg, Md.-The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team faced a tough defeat against Frostburg State University Wednesday evening, at Bobcat Stadium. Despite a valiant effort, the Firebirds were unable to score, falling 3-0 to the Bobcats. Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240911w81m04 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240908xgkehp WILMINGTON, DE- The University of the District of Columbia men's soccer team shutout Goldey-Beacom 2-0, en route to their first win of the season, Sunday evening at Banning Park. The Firebirds are now 1-0-1 on the season while the Lightning fall to 0-2. Sun, 08 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/msoc/2024-25/releases/20240908xgkehp