The Stetson Hatters are set to kick off their 2025 home campaign this Thursday night at 7:00 PM, welcoming the Presbyterian Blue Hose to the Athletic Training Center. After beginning the season on the road with challenging matches against Penn State and #17 Virginia—where the Hatters narrowly fell 1-0—Stetson is eager to earn its first win of the season on home turf.
Currently, the Hatters remain in search of their opening goal and victory, with newcomers Valentin Fontaine and Zsombor Pall leading the team with two shots each. Maurice Hauser, last year's co-leader in points, also continues to play a key role. Between the posts, captain Nicolo Radaelli has made seven saves, handling 26 shots faced so far this season.
Presbyterian enters the matchup with a 1-0-1 record, coming off a scoreless draw with St. Thomas (Minn.) and a narrow 1-0 win over Mount Olive. Stevens Cordova leads the Blue Hose offensively with their lone goal, while goalkeeper Tim Benjamin Baerwalde has made five saves on 13 shots faced.
Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ with live stats available at GoHatters.com. Stay connected with the latest updates throughout the match via the team's social media channels.
About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.
