Player Updates

Returning core confirmed as the club begins building toward 2026 season at GE Vernova Park

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Greenville, SC (November 24, 2025) – As Greenville Triumph SC close the book on its 2025 campaign, the club has announced end-of-season roster decisions. A group of 12 initial returnees has been announced and will take the field for the Triumph in 2026 alongside a new coaching staff following the retirement of head coach and technical director Rick Wright. The club is continuing discussions with multiple out of contract players about potential returns.

Returning Under Multi-year Contracts:

Brandon Fricke, defender

Tyler Polak, defender

Chapa Herrera, midfielder

Options Exercised:

Seth Torman, goalkeeper

Anthony Patti, defender

DJ Benton, defender

Ivan Agyaakwah, defender

Zane Bubb, defender

Toby Sims, defender

Evan Lee, defender/midfielder

Connor Evans, defender/midfielder

Leo Castro, forward

Options Declined (players now free agents): 

Gunther Rankenberg, goalkeeper

Griffin Tomas, defender

Chevone Marsh, forward

Ropapa Mensah, forward

Michael Gonzalez, forward

Leaving Following End of Loan:

Zeke Soto, forward (Charleston Battery)

Out of contract:

Carlos Anguiano, midfielder

Pascal Corvino, midfielder

Rodrigo Robles, forward

Sebastian Velasquez, forward

Ben Zakowski, forward

The work for next season begins now—and you can be part of it. 2026 season ticket deposits are officially live, and we can’t wait to welcome you into our new home at GE Vernova Park.

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Defender moves up to the USL Championship after two seasons in Greenville

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Greenville, SC (January 30, 2025)- Triumph defender Daniel Wu is set to continue his career in the USL Championship with Lexington Sporting Club after a transfer deal was struck between the two clubs earlier this month, pending league and federation approval. The defender was set to remain in Greenville for the upcoming season after initially signing with the Triumph for 2025 before Lexington SC showed interest in the Georgetown alum. Wu’s transfer will see him move up to the second division as Lexington SC itself moves from USL League One to the Championship in 2025.

Wu played 43 matches for Greenville, scoring one goal across 1,946 minutes in all competitions. He began his professional career with the Triumph, providing depth to the backline and proving to be a key defensive presence. Greenville Triumph thanks Daniel Wu for his dedication and professionalism during his time with the club and wishes him all the best in this next step.

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California Native, Michael Gonzalez adds to offense

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Greenville, SC (January 10, 2024)- Greenville Triumph has signed forward Monterey Bay F.C. forward, Michael Gonzalez for the 2025 season, pending league and federation approval. The Fresno, California native has a solid track record collegiately and professionally:

• Sacramento State (2020-2023): 47 games, 14 starts, 7 goals, 3 assists, 1,905 minutes
• Fresno City College: 9 assists, CCCAA Championship
• Big West Conference All-Academic Team (2022)
• Monterey Bay F.C. (2024): 22 games, 7 starts, 811 minutes, 1 goal

Gonzalez will join the club for his second professional season as an exciting addition to the Triumph’s attack. For more roster updates, check out the team’s socials and newsletter. Get your season tickets now for all 17-match home matches!

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English defender looks to fill Greenville’s defensive depth with first pro contract

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Greenville, SC ( January 8, 2025)- Greenville Triumph is pleased to announce the signing of defender Ivan Agyaakwah, pending league and federation approval. The London native was a steady contributor beginning freshman year; He totaled 4,745 minutes across 65 matches for the Paladins. Agyaakwah marked appearances in both of Furman’s NCAA Tournament games including 110 minutes in the Paladin’s shootout win over #14 UNC.

• Furman University (4 goals and 7 assists)
• All-SoCon First Team, 4 goals and 3 assists in senior season
• Netted first goal in shootout versus UNC in NCAA first round
• Helped Furman to a 9-4-6 record, Southern Conference Tournament title, and NCAA Tournament second round appearance in 2024.
• SoCon All-Freshman Team (2021)

Agyaakwah is the fourth Furman men’s soccer player to sign with the Greenville Triumph. Stay connected with the team’s socials and newsletter and get your season tickets for the 2025 17-match home schedule!

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Former Chattanooga Red Wolves forward moves to Triumph for third USL season

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Greenville, SC (January 8, 2024)- Greenville Triumph SC has signed Jamaican forward Chevone Marsh for the upcoming season, pending league and federation approval. Marsh brings significant experience from top leagues across the globe over his 10-year career:

• 19 goals, 4 assists in 62 matches with Chattanooga Red Wolves SC
• Played in Jamaica (Cavalier FC), Finland (KPV Kokkola), El Salvador (AD Chalatenango), and Costa Rica (Jicaral Secoba, Santos Guapiles)
• 5 appearances for the Jamaican national team, 2 goals

Marsh will reunite with former Red Wolves teammate, Ropapa Mensah, for their third season together. Marsh’s addition will strengthen the core group of returning players in the Triumph offense. With 2025 signings underway, fans can expect additional announcements as the club prepares for the upcoming season. Stay tuned for updates on the team’s socials and newsletter and get your season tickets for the team’s new 17-match home schedule!

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Veteran Defender Concludes Accomplished Career Spanning College, MLS, and USL

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Greenville, SC (January 7, 2024)– Defender Nate Shultz has announced his decision to retire from professional soccer after spending the last three seasons with the Triumph. Shultz had been announced as a returnee to the club for 2025 prior to his decision to end his playing career. The defender played a vital role for the Triumph over three seasons, making 85 appearances and contributing one goal and five assists across 6,452 minutes. 

“When Nate and I discussed his retirement decision it was difficult because he has meant so much to the team,” said Head Coach Rick Wright. “From the first day meeting him I knew he was a special player and person.  While we will miss him greatly, I know that he and Alexis will be successful as they move back to Ohio to be closer to their families. I wish them great success!”

A native of Ohio, Shultz’s journey to professional soccer began with an outstanding collegiate career at the University of Akron, where he earned numerous accolades, including second-team All-Mid-American Conference and All-Great Lakes Regional honors. Drafted 48th overall in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft by LA Galaxy, Shultz signed with LA Galaxy II in March 2018 before continuing his career in the USL. His tenure with Akron, highlighted by his defensive prowess and clutch offensive contributions, set the foundation for his professional success.

The Triumph family thanks Nate Shultz for his dedication and professionalism during his time with the club and wishes him all the best in his future endeavors.

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Rankenburg, Fricke, and Polak Return to Bolster the Squad

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January 6, 2025 (Greenville, SC)- The Greenville Triumph Soccer Club announced today that three additional players from the 2024 roster will be returning to the pitch for the upcoming season, pending league and federation approval. After successful negotiations, Gunther Rankenburg, Brandon Fricke, and Tyler Polak have officially re-signed with the club, solidifying their roles as pivotal members of the team.

Gunther Rankenburg: Rankenburg’s crucial saves and commanding presence in goal were key to the team’s success, with 22 appearances last season. Splitting time in goal last season, he will look to secure the starting goalkeeper spot in his third season with the team.

Brandon Fricke: Known for his leadership and aerial dominance, Fricke’s experience and dependability make him an invaluable asset on and off the field, contributing in 27 matches and logging 2,098 minutes last season.

Tyler Polak: A Triumph stalwart entering his seventh season with the club, Polak’s consistency and defensive reliability remain vital, having played in 32 matches and recording 2,816 minutes last season. Known for his strong positioning and tackling, fans can expect him to anchor the backline with Fricke.

As the 2025 roster signings ramp up, fans can expect additional announcements as the club prepares for the upcoming 2025 campaign. Stay tuned for updates on the team’s socials and newsletter and get your season tickets for the team’s new 17-match home schedule!

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25-year-old Golden Boot winner, All-League First Team selection became club’s all-time leading scorer

TAMPA, Fla. (November 16, 2024) – USL League One today announced that Greenville Triumph SC forward Lyam MacKinnon has been voted the 2024 USL League One Player of the Year. The 2024 USL League One Golden Boot winner and All-League First Team selection is the second-youngest player to be named Player of the Year.

Greenville’s all-time leading scorer led the league with 16 goals through 22 matches. MacKinnon also led all players with 21 goal contributions, 35 shots on target, four braces and four penalties won. According to American Soccer Analysis, the 25-year-old led all players with a 3.81 goals-added value this season, tied for the second-most in a single season in league history behind Trevor Amann’s (Northern Colorado) record of 5.68 set in 2023.

“I’m very grateful for my team, my teammates and especially my coaches,” MacKinnon said. “It was a year with many challenges, a lot of great moments and a lot of hard moments. This award reflects the work of the team and how they helped me earn this recognition.”

Born in Lausanne, Switzerland, MacKinnon began his career within the academy of his hometown club, FC Lausanne-Sport, and captained the club’s U-18 and U-21 teams. MacKinnon moved to the United States in 2019 to play collegiately at Villanova University where he was a two-time All-BIG EAST Second Team selection with 17 goals and 14 assists across 56 appearances for the Wildcats between 2019-22. While in college, MacKinnon also played for USL League Two sides Reading United AC (2021) and West Chester United SC (2022).

MacKinnon was drafted with the 84th overall selection in the 2023 MLS SuperDraft by Nashville SC but would not begin his professional career until March 2023 when he signed with Greenville Triumph SC. Since making his professional debut with Triumph SC a season ago, MacKinnon has totaled 30 goals and 13 assists through 65 appearances across all competitions for the club.

With his 16 regular season goals, MacKinnon – the first European Player of the Year in league history – has surpassed former Orange County SC (USL Championship) goalscorer Didier Crettenand as the most prolific Swiss goalscorer in modern American men’s professional soccer history.

“This is a massive award, not just for Lyam but for the club itself,” Greenville head coach Rick Wright said. “I look at when he joined us coming straight out of college – he had some very defined goals that he wanted to achieve and we discussed them; he was one of those rare athletes that followed through. He was dedicated and followed the plan of action, and he’s reaping the rewards.”

MacKinnon received 45% of the ballot to earn the award. 2024 USL League One Defender of the Year Bruno Rendón finished second on 30% with eight goal contributions and a league-leading 169 duels won, while 2024 USL League One All-League First Team midfielder Pedro Dolabella finished third on 25% with 14 goal contributions. In total, three players received votes.

MacKinnon’s 45% of the ballot earned is the lowest total among USL League One Player of the Year winners in league history. Additionally, the 20% difference between the first and third-place finalists is the slimmest in league history.

The 2024 USL League One Awards were voted on by each team’s technical staff and executives and only account for 2024 USL League One regular season play.

USL LEAGUE ONE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

2024 – Lyam MacKinnon, Greenville Triumph SC

2023 – Trevor Amann, Northern Colorado Hailstorm FC

2022 – Emiliano Terzaghi, Richmond Kickers

2021 – Emiliano Terzaghi, Richmond Kickers

2020 – Emiliano Terzaghi, Richmond Kickers

2019 – Arturo Rodríguez, North Texas SC

2024 USL League One Awards

Goalkeeper of the Year: Sean Lewis, One Knoxville SC

Defender of the Year: Bruno Rendón, Northern Colorado Hailstorm FC

Young Player of the Year: Alfredo Midence, Central Valley Fuego FC

Coach of the Year: Dominic Casciato, Union Omaha

Player of the Year: Lyam MacKinnon, Greenville Triumph SC

Carolina Core attacker joins Triumph for remainder of 2024 season

Greenville, SC (August 30, 2024)- Greenville Triumph SC has announced the acquisition of 21-year-old forward Federico Stachuk on loan from MLS NEXT Pro club, Carolina Core FC. Stachuk’s loan, which runs through the remainder of the 2024 season, marks the first time Triumph SC has received a player on loan. Carolina Core currently sits fifth in the Southeastern Division standings with an 8-10-4 record.

Stachuk developed at Weston FC’s Developmental Academy before moving to Club Atletico Banfield’s U-20 squad in Argentina where he impressed, scoring seven goals and adding ten assists in two seasons. In 2024, Stachuk has appeared in two matches for Carolina Core, starting one and accumulating 74 minutes of play.

Stachuk will join Greenville Triumph on loan for the remainder of the season, bringing his dynamic play and goal-scoring ability to an attacking group currently dealing with multiple injuries . He will be available for selection following league and federation approval. 

Crew 2 striker is set to join the club for the 2024 season