SAINT AUGUSTINE, Fla. – The No. 6 Flagler College men's soccer team (14-1-4 overall, 11-0-1 Peach Belt Conference) is set to host the 2026 NCAA Division II Men's Soccer Southeast Regional this weekend at Saints Field. This marks the first time the Saints have hosted NCAA postseason competition since 2012.
 
As the top seed in the Southeast Region, Flagler earned a first-round bye and will face the winner of No. 18 Auburn University at Montgomery and No. 25 Lynn on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 3 p.m. The Nighthawks and Fighting Knights will kick off the regional on Friday, Nov. 13, at 3 p.m. at Saints Field. Tickets are available for purchase at the gate for $15 (cash only). Fans can follow the action through live stats or watch the match for free on NCAA.com.
 
The Saints enter the NCAA Tournament as the hottest team in Division II men's soccer, riding an 11-game winning streak that stands as the longest active streak in the nation. Head Coach Thomas Coombes was named Peach Belt Conference Coach of the Year after leading Flagler to its third consecutive PBC Tournament title. The Saints also put together a historic regular season, finishing 11-0-1 in conference play, the most in PBC history to capture their third PBC regular-season championship.
 
Offensively, Flagler has been one of the most productive teams in the region, averaging 2.21 goals per match while totaling 42 goals and 40 assists through 19 contests. Senior Finn Weigelt has led the charge, earning PBC Offensive Player of the Year and First Team All-PBC honors. The Berlin, Germany, native leads the team with 11 goals and 23 points, both ranking among the top two in the conference. Tim Wahlborg has added eight goals, while Henry Okenla has contributed five, showcasing the Saints' balanced offensive attack. Flagler has also demonstrated its playmaking ability, with Luke Williams, Dani Freire, and Callum Stokes each recording a team-high five assists.
 
On the defensive end, sophomore Filip Hornburg was named PBC Defensive Player of the Year and earned First Team All-PBC recognition for the second consecutive season. The Oslo, Norway, native has contributed to eight clean sheets while adding four goals and an assist offensively. As a team, the Saints have allowed just 19 goals through 19 matches, while limiting opponents to 72 shots on goal. Flagler has recorded eight shutouts on the season, highlighting its defensive strength heading into postseason play.
 
The Saints boast seven All-PBC selections, highlighting their depth on both sides of the ball. Tim Wahlborg, Dani Freire, and Daniel Becerra also earned First Team All-PBC honors, while Henry Okenla and Callum Stokes garnered Second Team recognition. Flagler has been particularly dominant down the stretch, winning its last six matches while outscoring opponents 13-2. The Saints have recorded five shutouts during that stretch, including three consecutive clean sheets entering the NCAA Tournament.
 
In goal, senior Ryan Rivas has anchored the Saints' defense, compiling a 9-0-2 record with five shutouts. Earlier this season, the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, native broke the school record for career shutouts, a mark that had stood since 1995. Fellow goalkeeper Xander LaBelle has also contributed, posting a 5-0-2 record with three shutouts.
 
In the latest United Soccer Coaches Top 25 rankings, Flagler checked in at No. 6, its highest national ranking since 2013. The NCAA Tournament appearance marks the Saints' third consecutive trip to the national postseason.
 
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