Riverhounds sign former Villanova, Philadelphia Union II goalkeeper Mike Sheridan

As reported by both Pittsburgh Soccer Now and Philadelphia Soccer Now at the beginning of the Riverhounds’ preseason training camp in late January, one of the goalkeepers brought on board was Mike Sheridan.

On Tuesday, the club made it official, that Sheridan would be a Riverhound.

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The Riverhounds goalkeeping room officially has been filled for the season.

Of the three keepers, it’s all but certain that former Pitt standout Nico Campuzano will start the season as the team’s primary keeper, as he’ll be tasked with filling the large shoes left by Eric Dick.

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With the opportunity to work with Jon Busch as the team’s goalkeepers coach, both Sheridan and rookie Mitch Budler will have their chances to prove themselves through the course of a long season where they’ll have to be ready to jump into the spotlight when the call comes — either as a back-up during a match or when starting opportunities come available in the league or in Open Cup or USL Cup competitions.

Sheridan’s journey to the Philadelphia Union organization is unorthodox but not completely unprecedented coming out of the West Chester United organization. He’s the third goalkeeper to play with the team and turn pro.

Like current New York Red Bulls goalkeeper and West Chester United alum AJ Marcucci before him, Sheridan took a route through NCAA Division III soccer.

Riverhounds 2026 Roster (as of 3/2/2026)

1. Junior Etou — MF — (re-signed for 2025-26, contract option for 2027)
2. Illal Osumanu — D –(re-signed for 2025-26, contract option for 2027)
3. Charles Ahl –MF — (signed for 2025-26, contract option for 2027)
4. Brigham Larsen — F — (signed for 2025-26, contract option for 2027)
5. Jorge Garcia — MF — (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
6. Guillaume Vacter — D — (signed for 2026-27, contract option for 2028)
7. Beto Ydrach — D — (signed for 2026-27, contract option for 2028)
8. Perrin Barnes — D — (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
9. Bradley Sample — MF – (signed for 2026-27, contract option for 2028)
10. Jackson Walti — MF – (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
11. Danny Griffin — MF / Captain – (signed for 2026-27, contract option for 2028)
12. Robbie Mertz — MF  – (signed for 2026-27, contract option for 2028)
13. Nico Campuzano — GK – (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
14. Eliot Goldthorpe — MF – (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
15. Albert Dikwa — F — (reacquired from Rhode Island — terms TBA)
16. Victor Souza — D – (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
17. Warren Agostini – MF – (USL Academy Contract)
18. Trevor Amann — F — (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
19. Owen Mikoy – D (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
20. Aldi Flowers-Gamboa – MF/F – (USL Academy Contract)
21. Sam Bassett – MF – (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
22. Lasse Kelp – D – (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
23. Max Viera – MF – (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
24. Mitch Budler – GK (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)
25. Mike Sheridan – GK (signed for 2026, contract option for 2027)

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).