Get To Know The Cats Inaugural Men's Soccer Team Head Coach
With the first ever Bryant & Stratton, Solon Ohio men's soccer team getting set to kick off their season Saturday, let's meet and get to know Head Coach Luciano Ruscitto
SOLON, OH- A new era is set to start for the Bryant & Stratton Solon campus, as men's soccer will officially begin their season this upcoming Saturday, August 19 2023. Leading the charge and having a knowledgeable background in coaching, will be Luciano Ruscitto.
When asked about the opportunity to coach the first ever men's soccer team at the college, he could not be more excited and honored.
"I am very excited about this upcoming season." He said. "It is an honor to be the first head coach in school history. I have had the opportunity to coach alongside some very knowledgeable and experienced coaches in my career as well."
In just a short time on campus, Ruscitto has seen the positives in both the educational aspect of the college, and the athletic side as well.
"For a college with a relatively new athletic program, it is awesome to see how successful their sports teams have been thus far." He notes. "I believe the school truly cares about its athletics and education."
Since the start of preparing for the season, Ruscitto has preached to his players the message of not only teamwork, but doing things that will benefit the overall success of the team.
As for the season itself, he is excited about where the team can go, and the improvement he has seen, especially recently.
"Heading into the start of the season things are looking positive." Ruscitto said. "Over the past 2 weeks, I have noticed significant improvement with every aspect of the team, and I believe our guys are ready for the challenge. The game becomes so much more intense at the college level compared to high school, and it can be shocking for some. We have a small roster which has resulted in guys switching positions and stepping out of their comfort zone."
When it comes to his personal mission, he always wants to maximize the potential of the players he coaches.
"My goal is to maximize the potential of our players by continuing to set them up for success on and off the field."
Ruscitto and the Cats will kick off their season Saturday at Beaumont School at 1 PM against Ancilla College of Marian University.