MIDDLETOWN, Pa. - Penn State Harrisburg men's soccer head coach Anthony Gehman has announced the program's incoming class for the 2022 season. The dynamic group is comprised of 17 players who will join a collection of experienced returners from a squad coming off back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances, two consecutive conference championships, and 30 wins over the past two seasons.

Penn State Harrisburg Men's Soccer Incoming Class

Malachi Abma

Previous Club: Baltimore Celtic ECNL/Club

Coach Gehman's Take: "Malachi is a strong center back out of Gettysburg, Pa. He earned a laundry list of accolades at the high school level. He is a competitor, well put together, and he loves to lay a hard tackle. Malachi has great leadership qualities and that is exactly what we look for in a center back. He will be one of the strongest kids on the field."

Alexander Benbatoul

Previous Club: Virginia Valor

Coach Gehman's Take: "Alexander is a skilled, technical midfielder from Briar Woods, Va. He was an All-Potomac selection and he showed his value by leading his high school team to the state finals. We are excited to be adding a winner like Alexander. He is going to find himself on the field racking up awards during his four years at Penn State Harrisburg."

Ethan Cortes

Previous School: St. Peters University

Coach Gehman's Take: "Ethan is a ridiculous athlete and his experience at the Division I level will be massive for our success this fall. He holds high school and district record for goals scored and he is a former All-State First-Team selection. Ethan is going be a force on the pitch for us, he will find the net many times no doubt, and we look forward to having him."

Marco Ferri

Previous Club: Rochester Rush

Coach Gehman's Take: "Marco is a talented central midfielder from Rochester, N.Y. He has a very high ceiling and shows a high-level work ethic. We are excited to be adding a player like Marco, who adds a level of intensity that will be crucial to our training atmosphere."

Dillion Gough

Previous Club: FC USA

Coach Gehman's Take: "Dillion is a tenacious left back. He is a highly-touted recruit from Maryland who competes for FC USA and ODP team. Dillion is going be a force in the back, his left foot is special, and he will find the back of the net often."

Kobe Harris 

Previous School: Wingate University 

Coach Gehman's Take: "Kobe comes to us from Wingate University, a winning Division II program in North Carolina. He is a dynamic winger who loves to take people 1v1 and has incredible pace for a 6-2 individual. Kobe will add a level of experience and excitement to our attack.He's a handful and we are grateful he chose us to finish out his college career."

Rich Lockard

Previous Club: New Jersey ODP

Coach Gehman's Take: "Rich comes to us from New Jersey and is a long, athletic goalkeeper. His ability to come out and win balls in the air, along with his shot-blocking ability, is going to be huge in our future success. We are excited to have a guy like Rich. He is a person everyone wants to be around and he happens to be a very talented goalkeeper."

Rhyan Louis

Previous Club: North Broward Prep

Coach Gehman's Take: "Rhyan is a strong, athletic defender with pace from Port-au-Prince, Haiti. His ability to win balls in the air, take players 1v1, and win tackles is fantastic. We are excited to be adding a dynamic defender like Rhyan, who has represented his country and has had great success in prep school."

Jordan Perkins

Previous School: Mount St. Mary's University

Coach Gehman's Take: "Jordan comes from Mount St. Mary's, where he was a force for them in the back line. His athletic ability is special and he is a shut-down outside back. Jordan played MLS Next with a strong Bethesda Soccer Club in the academy world. He is going play a huge role for us in the back and he is a guy who will play a big part in making our team culture special."

Anson Portzline

Previous Club: CASA 

Coach Gehman's Take: "Anson is a class finisher with the ability to score a bunch of goals in a hurry from Juniata County, Pa. That is evident by the fact that he holds district and high-school records for career goals. Anson will be a major piece in our attacking for years to come. We are excited to see him develop into a special college player."

Dylan Ratjavong

Previous Club: PA Classics Elite Blue

Coach Gehman's Take: "Dylan is a masterful midfielder on the ball. He comes to us from Lancaster, Pa after earning multiple accolades in high school, including a Lancaster-Lebanon All-Conference First-Team nod. Dylan is going be a handful to defend in the midfield and wide spaces. He is pacey, tricky, and flashy."

Josh Rodgers

Previous Club: CASA

Coach Gehman's Take: "Josh comes to us from State College, Pa. He is a hardworking, talented midfielder out of State College High School. He loves to take people 1v1 and he has a very high soccer IQ. We are excited for Josh to be joining the team. His brother, Marc, has been a force for us and adding Josh will make it even better. I am excited for them to connect on the field."

Daniel Rossiter

Previous Club: Parksfield FC

Coach Gehman's Take: "Daniel Rossiter is a dynamic center midfielder from London, England. He has worked his way through the academy ranks, finding his home with Parksfield FC.  We are excited to be adding Daniel to our incoming class because he brings a lot of experience to the table, as well as a unique skillset that will be massive for our program."

Jonathan Ruiz

Previous Club: TSF Academy MLS NEXT

Coach Gehman's Take: "Jonathan is a winner. He has shown that through his time at Bellville High School in N.J. and his time at TSF Academy. His ability to command a midfield and show flashes of brilliance on the ball is something we are excited for him to bring to our program."

Harrison Shaller

Previous Club: New Jersey Stallion MLS NEXT 

Coach Gehman's Take: "Harrison is a top-20 rated player from New Jersey and it shows. He is a technical, 1v1 specialist who thrives off the counter and runs at people with pace. We are thrilled to be bringing Harrison to our program. He adds an exciting skillset that includes deception, 1v1 prowess, and goal scoring."

Jacob Tankersley

Previous School: University of West Florida

Coach Gehman's Take: "Jacob is a highly-competitive technical midfielder from the University of West Florida. He is a flashy, athletic middie who has an endless amount of energy. We are excited to add Jacob, as he is brilliant on the ball and he has an endless motor on him." 

Daniel Tittlemayer

Previous School: Arcadia University

Coach Gehman's Take: "Daniel is an all-region player from Arcadia. He is a flashy, 1v1 specialist with a unique ability to find players running in behind. Daniel is a class player who will have our midfield running on all cylinders. His experience in leadership will be massive for our younger players."