Loyola Men’s Soccer Hosts Dayton for Senior Night and Regular Season Finale
Loyola University Chicago men’s soccer concludes its regular season this Saturday, hosting the University of Dayton at Loyola Soccer Park. The match, scheduled for a 7 p.m. kickoff, serves as a critical junction for the Ramblers, who currently sit in a three-way tie for ninth place in the Atlantic 10 (A10) standings with seven points.
Who are the seniors being honored before the match?
Prior to the opening whistle, the program will hold a ceremony to recognize eight seniors. The group includes Seth Stewart, Braeden Wright, Ameer Abdullah, Zach Dunne, Jack McFeely, Petar Janjic, Gabe Velasco, and Grant Bailey. This recognition marks the final home appearance for these student-athletes, closing out a season that saw the team maintain a 4-0-3 record on their home turf, with victories over Northern Illinois, SIUE, Davidson, and St. Bonaventure.
What is the Ramblers’ current standing in the A10?
Loyola enters the finale with seven points in conference play. Because the team is currently tied for ninth in the A10 standings, their postseason eligibility remains contingent on the outcome of this match and the results of other conference games concluding Saturday night. The team is looking to rebound from a 4-0 road loss against Saint Louis, a match in which goalkeeper Maxwell Ionita faced 24 shots and recorded six saves. Ionita has logged over 1,300 minutes this season, currently ranking 15th in the nation with 64 total saves.
How does Dayton compare to the Ramblers?
Dayton arrives in Chicago with a 9-3-3 overall record and a 3-2-2 mark in conference play, holding the sixth position in the A10. The Flyers represent a potent offensive challenge, currently leading the league in total goals (36), assists (38), and points (110). Dayton’s Cooper Lijewski leads his team with 27 points, ranking fifth in the NCAA in that category. The series history favors the visitors, as Dayton holds a 6-2-4 advantage over the Ramblers, including a 1-0 victory in last season’s meeting.
| Statistic | Loyola (Ramblers) | Dayton (Flyers) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | To be determined | 9-3-3 |
| Conference Record | To be determined | 3-2-2 |
| Key Offensive Leader | Luka Ivancic (12 pts) | Cooper Lijewski (27 pts) |
Who is leading the Loyola roster?
Luka Ivancic leads the Ramblers in points (12), goals (3), and assists (6) heading into the final week of play. Mateusz Drazek is the only other player on the roster with double-figure points, totaling 10 through three goals and four assists. This season marks the first year under head coach Kevin Robson, who was appointed as the fifth head coach in the history of the program in December 2025.
The match begins at 7 p.m. at Loyola Soccer Park. Following the conclusion of the game, the final A10 standings will determine whether the Ramblers extend their season into the postseason tournament.