College Soccer

Robert Morris men’s soccer captain Gabe Norris, HC Jonathan Potter, look forward to NCAA Tournament

by
John Krysinsky
November 18, 2024

Photo courtesy Robert Morris University Athletics

The Robert Morris Colonials men’s soccer team hung on for a gutsy 1-0 win on the road against the No. 1 seed Oakland — winning its first conference tournament since 2005 (NEC) and first-ever Horizon League title.

FINAL: Robert Morris 1, Oakland 0 (Robert Morris wins Horizon League Men’s Soccer Championship)

Head Coach Jonathan Potter and team captain Gabe Norris join Pittsburgh Soccer Now’s John Krysinsky ahead of the NCAA Tournament bracket release on Monday.

This is also RMU’s first trip to the NCAA Tournament since 2005.

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NCAA Men’s Soccer Tournament: For first time ever, two Pittsburgh DI schools (Pitt and Robert Morris) likely in field of 48

John Krysinsky

John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).