TAMPA, Fla. – The Sun Conference has announced its specialty award winners for the 2026 men’s soccer season.

Keiser’s Francis Bolland has been named both The Sun Conference Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year. Bolland anchored a Seahawks defense that recorded seven shutouts this season and allowed just 1.07 goals per game, helping Keiser secure its third consecutive Sun Conference regular season championship. The defender has appeared in 11 matches this season, including six conference starts in which he logged 530 minutes on the back line. Bolland also contributed two goals and earned First Team All-Conference recognition for the third consecutive year.

Keiser’s Xabi Souto earns Offensive Player of the Year honors after leading the Sun Conference with six goals and 13 points in league play. Souto ranked second in the conference in points per game (1.86) and tied for the league lead with two game-winning goals. He started six of seven conference matches, adding one assist while recording 21 shots, including 12 on goal. Souto also earned First Team All-Conference recognition.

Warner’s Mikey Melvin has been named the Sun Conference Golden Glove award recipient, recognizing him as the league’s top goalkeeper. Melvin started all 15 matches in which he appeared, logging 1,262 minutes in goal for the Royals in conference action. Melvin led the Sun Conference in saves per game (5.60) and ranked second in total saves (84) across all matches. In conference play alone, he recorded a league-high 51 saves, averaging 7.29 per game, nearly two more than the next closest goalkeeper. He also ranked second in conference play with a 71.8 percent save percentage and earned First Team All-Conference honors.

Warner’s Jackson Davenport earns Freshman of the Year honors following his debut season with the Royals. Davenport started all 18 matches for Warner and led all Sun Conference players in overall scoring with 12 goals and three assists, totaling 27 points. The forward also earned Second Team All-Conference recognition.

Keiser Head Coach Gavin Oldham earns Coach of the Year honors after guiding the Seahawks to an 11-2-2 overall record and a 6-1-1 mark in conference play, securing their third consecutive Sun Conference regular season championship. Keiser claimed the No. 1 seed and the right to host the Sun Conference Tournament semifinals, while leading the league offensively with 49 goals overall and 27 in conference action. Oldham previously earned Sun Conference Coach of the Year honors in 2020, 2022 and 2025 and was named the 2021 NAIA National Coach of the Year after leading Keiser to its first national championship.

Ave Maria’s Karl Sri receives the Sun Conference Champion of Character award. Sri serves as one of the Gyrenes’ men's soccer spiritual co-captains, helping organize Bible studies and faith-based activities while mentoring teammates, particularly incoming freshmen. Beyond athletics, Sri is involved in several campus ministry initiatives, including the St. Joseph Fraternity men's group, Ethos, and Queen of Apostles. He also volunteers to welcome prospective student-athletes and their families and assists teammates and staff with equipment and other responsibilities during and after practices.

According to Ave Maria Head Coach Dariel Collazo, Sri consistently demonstrates the NAIA Champions of Character core values of integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership. Collazo highlights Sri's commitment to academics, athletics, faith, and community service, as well as his willingness to support teammates and contribute to the university community. He also credits Sri's leadership, positive attitude, and dedication to serving others as qualities that make him a valued member of the program.

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The 2026 Sun Conference Men’s Soccer Championship kicked off Wednesday, November 4, with quarterfinal matchups hosted by the higher seeds. Tournament action continues Saturday, November 7, with two semifinal contests. Top-seeded Keiser will host No. 4 Southeastern, while No. 2 St. Thomas will face No. 3 SCAD Savannah. The championship match is scheduled for Wednesday, November 11. For more information on the 2026 SUN Tournament, click here.