Beloit College Men's Soccer

Beloit College Athletics and Head Men's Soccer Coach Patrick Sanchez are proud to announce the appointment of Tyler Kubitz as the program's new Assistant Men's Soccer Coach. Kubitz joins the Buccaneers with an impressive tactical background, a recently completed Master's degree, and a deep-seated passion for player development. Kubitz arrives at Beloit with a proven track record of leadership and technical expertise. A native of Marshall, Wisconsin, Kubitz transitioned into coaching following a series of knee surgeries that ended his competitive playing career. Since then, he has dedicated himself to the craft of coaching, recently earning his M.S. in Coaching & Coaching Administration from West Virginia University and a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. "Tyler has a great understanding of individual player characteristics that will help enhance our program through player feedback, enhanced training session design and more robust player development," said Head Coach Patrick Sanchez. "His role will not be small. We are lucky to have him and can't wait to get to work this spring!" Kubitz's coaching credentials are highlighted by a prestigious U.S. Soccer National B Coaching License, which he earned just last month. His technical toolkit also includes USSF National C and D licenses, as well as specialized skills in scouting, analytics, and periodization design. Over the past three years, he has honed his skills working with high school-aged athletes in both elite club environments and WIAA Division I programs. For Kubitz, joining the Beloit staff represents a milestone in a lifelong journey with the sport. "I am extremely excited to join the Beloit College Men's Soccer Program as an assistant coach," said Kubitz. "Soccer has been a defining part of my life since childhood, and after my high school and collegiate playing years, a series of knee injuries guided me toward pursuing the coaching and leadership side of the sport." He continued, "My recent conversations with the coaching staff and the athletic department further reinforced that Beloit College is the perfect fit. The program's values and coaching philosophies strongly align with my own, and I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a culture committed to excellence, development, and student-athlete success. I look forward to supporting the continued advancement of the Beloit College Men's Soccer Program as we strive to become one of the premier contenders in NCAA Division III Men's Soccer. Go Bucs!" Kubitz's coaching philosophy is built on the twin pillars of education and community. He views the soccer field as an extension of the classroom, where "growth is fostered through challenge." His arrival marks a significant step forward for the Buccaneers as they prepare for the upcoming spring season and look to climb the ranks of the Midwest Conference.

Patrick Sanchez was named the Head Coach of the Beloit College Men's Soccer program in December 2022. Sanchez brings a coaching philosophy centered on fostering the unique talents of the student-athletes at Beloit. "Working with Beloit College student athletes is motivating to me because of their optimism, gumption and creativity," says Sanchez. "In my opinion, soccer is the most exciting to play and watch when those same traits are simultaneously activated." Prior to being elevated to Head Coach, Sanchez joined the program as an interim assistant coach during the 2022 season, where he helped the team go 2-4-2 in conference play for a fourth-place finish in the Midwest Conference standings, which is the program's best showing in conference play in nearly a decade.  Prior to joining the Buccaneers, Sanchez served as the Director of Coaching for SC Wave-Walworth. He brings a wealth of experience to the program, having coached youth soccer on and off for 25 years, developing players at multiple levels. A native of Portage, Indiana, Sanchez was a collegiate student-athlete himself, playing soccer for Valparaiso University. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, a background that influences his creative approach to the game. After playing Division-I soccer at Valpo, Sanchez served in the United States Air Force. Outside of coaching, Sanchez has worked as a systems engineer for a small consulting company that focuses on flight test, research and development, and avionics system integration for aircraft across all branches of of the military. He holds multiple certifications through the military and technical programs as well as a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Arts Institute of Chicago.  Off the field, his interests are as creative as his coaching style. Sanchez enjoys painting, drawing, playing blues and jazz piano, and building airplanes for fun. His sports heroes include legends Walter Payton and Michael Jordan, as well as Elan Footerman, the Skee-Ball world champion. Year-By-Year Coaching Record

Earlier this month, Beloit College Director of Athletics Pat Miller announced that Buccaneer men's soccer assistant Brandon Wachholz will take over as head coach of the women's soccer program. "We are thrilled to announce Brandon as the next head coach of the women's soccer program. Brandon brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in both the collegiate and club realms," stated Miller. "Brandon's blueprint for recruiting and player development is exactly what we need to be competing at the highest level. We aren't just looking to win games; we are looking to build a sustainable legacy of excellence, and he is the right person to lead that charge." Wachholz is no stranger to Beloit and the Buccaneer student-athlete experience. He has served as an assistant on the men's side since 2023, first on a part-time basis before moving to full-time last season. Outside of Beloit, he serves as the Assistant Director of Coaching with the Madison 56ers, where he aids in player development and program management for over 800 players at the club. There, he coaches high school-age players at all youth levels. He also currently coaches teams with the Madison 56ers Girls Academy, serves as Director of Coaching with the McFarland Soccer Club, and coaches with the Wisconsin Olympic Development Program, developing players at multiple levels. He has experience coaching on both the men's and women's sides for over a decade and has led two youth state championship teams. He holds a U.S. Soccer C License and is a U.S. Soccer B License Candidate. "I am honored to share that I have been appointed as the Head Coach of the Women's Soccer Team. I extend my sincere appreciation to Patrick Sanchez and Dave DeGeorge for first welcoming me to the Men's program in 2023, and to Pat Miller for the trust and confidence he has placed in me to lead the Women's program into its next chapter," expressed Wachholz. "Since I first stepped on campus, I have developed a deep appreciation for every aspect of the College, and I am truly humbled to transition into this new role," he continued. "I am excited to bring a fresh outlook to the program, and my commitment is to foster a culture that strives for excellence on the field, in the classroom, and throughout the community—one that will make every current and former player proud to be a part of this program." Under Wachholz and head coach Patrick Sanchez, the men's team reached new heights this past season. The Buccaneers finished with a 7-9-2 overall record and a 4-2-2 conference record. They made it to the Midwest Conference tournament for the first time since 2013 and improved their record from the 2024 season by five wins.