SAN DIEGO – Terence Okoeguale and Carson Ballagh of the San Diego State men’s soccer team were one of 31 players named “Midfielders to Watch” by the United Soccer Coaches. The Aztecs were one of six schools in the nation to have two players recognized.
Last season Okoeguale (Cologne, Germany) led the Aztecs 17 points (6 goals & 5 assists) and was named to the All-WAC First Team and to the United Soccer Coaches Far West All-Region Second-Team. His six goals and five assists both tied for the team lead, and he also led the team in shot on goal percentage (58.3%, 14-for-24).
Ballagh (Lake Orion, Michigan) transferred to San Diego State after two seasons at Oakland University. Last season as a sophomore he was named to the All-Horizon First Team and United Soccer Coaches All-North Region Third-Team after dishing out a league-high five assists in conference play. Those five assists came in a four-match span and three assisted game-winning goals. Ballagh helped Oakland win the Horizon League regular championship both years he was there and was named to the Horizon League All-Tournament Team on both occasions.
The Watch List is compiled and released by the Division I All-America Committees to promote college soccer leading up to the official start date for the regular season later this month. The lists include United Soccer Coaches All-Americans and All-Region players from 2024 who are scheduled to return for the 2025 season.
“Entering the 2025 season, these previous honorees represent some of the best at their positions,” said Ralph Polson, Senior College All-America Administrator. “As pre-season training opens, we are pleased to recognize these outstanding student-athletes from our member schools.”
The Aztecs host two friendlies this week: Tuesday against UC San Diego and Friday against UC Santa Barbara. Both matches start at 7 p.m. and both are free to attend. They officially kick off the 2025 season Aug. 21 at Virginia.