Ottawa, ON (June 16, 2025) - The Carleton Ravens men's soccer team announced the five members of the team’s 2025-26 recruiting class. The group of incoming student-athletes span the country as the Ravens continue to work towards maintaining their place as perennial challengers in U SPORTS men's soccer.
"We’re excited about the depth and character of our 2025 incoming class," expressed Ravens head coach Marcelo Plada. "These players bring experience, potential, and a hunger to compete at the highest level. No spots are guaranteed, and that’s the standard we want at Carleton. We want a group that always pushes each other and the program forward. With players from across Canada and international talent joining us, this will be one of the most competitive preseason environments we’ve had."
The five recruits join a Ravens program that was painfully eliminated in the OUA playoffs last season on a last-minute goal at TMU. The program now has its sights set on returning to the U SPORTS Championship tournament.
Adam RossPosition: Striker Hometown: Gatineau, QCLast Team: Ottawa South United (Ligue1 Québec) / Cégep de l’Outaouais
Mathis BatoumPosition: StrikerHometown: Ottawa, ON Last Team: West Ottawa Soccer Club
Luke HarropPosition: Center backHometown: Leeds, West Yorkshire, England Last Team: Guelph United
Thomas Arboleda MontoyaPosition: Centre backHometown: Medellin, ColombiaLast Team: Harding University
Jaeden MercurePosition: Forward / WingerHometown: Ottawa, ONLast Team: Ottawa South United (Ligue1 Québec)
The Ravens also expect several Canadian and international prospects to challenge for roster spots during training camp, including: Xavier Etienne-Patry (CB/CDM), Jordan Culley (FWD), Jonathan Neil (FWD), and Malik Abu Dieh (FB).
The Carleton Ravens will also hold a Showcase ID Camp from July 18 to 20, 2025.
The Ravens begin their 2025 season at home on Friday, August 30, 2025, when they host the RMC Paladins.
