The reigning Missouri Valley Conference Champions have made new additions to their roster
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Going into the summer break, the University of Evansville men’s soccer team has announced the addition of four players for the 2025 season.
The Purple Aces have added four players, each in a separate position, to their roster for 2025. Head Coach Robbe Tarver announced the signings, “These four guys have had a good first semester here at UE. They brought new, fresh energy to our group in how they competed and their excitement to train and get better. We are excited for their futures here at Evansville as Purple Aces.”
Cole Bachuzewski · GK · Albuquerque, NM · La Cueva HS
Cole Bachuzewski joins UE after training in the New Mexico United Academy and growing up in the area. Bachuzewski excelled in the USL academy league and spent time training with the first team that earned a USL Championship. Bachuzewski has a personal connection to the Evansville program as he trained with Aces alum Jay Fankham. He was also teammates and classmates with fellow spring enrollee, Chase Ricker.
Bachuzewski is the son of Brian and Stephanie Bachuzewski and has two siblings, Alexis & Jett. He says that he chose UE because it’s a great school with a successful soccer program and a good staff. Bachuzeski is majoring in civil engineering at Evansville.
Finn Railey · W · New Albany, IN · New Albany HS
Finn Railey travels down I-64 to join the Aces after a youth career with New Albany HS and Southern Indiana FC. Railey helped lead New Albany to the playoffs as the Bulldogs’ leading scorer with 15 goals in 18 matches during the 2023 season. For his performance with New Alban,y Railey was named to the All-District First Team and was an All-State Honorable Mention. Along with his successful high school career, Railey appeared in the UPSL for Southern Indiana FC.
Raily is the son of David and Hannah Railey. He chose UE for the soccer program and is majoring in marketing.
Chase Ricker · M · Albuquerque, NM · La Cueva HS
An energetic midfielder, Chase Ricker is the second player coming to Evansville from New Mexico. A teammate and classmate of fellow spring enrollee Cole Bachuzewski, Ricker also grew up playing in New Mexico United’s academy. He also trained with the first team that earned the USL Championship and made his debut for the team in a friendly match.
Ricker is the son of Julie and Jason Ricker and has two siblings, Mason and Landon. He chose UE because it was a good fit for him and was a different pathway from other teammates in New Mexico. Ricker is majoring in business at Evansville.
Michael Waller · D · St. Louis, MO · Lindbergh HS
Michael Waller joins a long line of Aces from Saint Louis. He played under Aces alum Mike Marchi at Lindbergh HS, where he captained the squad that went all the way to the State Finals. Waller spent time with both the ECNL and MLS Next teams of St. Louis Scott Gallagher S,C where he played as both a midfielder and a defender. Waller was also a two-sport athlete in high school, playing for the Flyers boys basketball team.
Waller is the son of Linda and Luke Waller and has five siblings: Andrew, Rachel, Ryan, Adam, and Matt. Waller says he chose UE for the great education and to continue playing soccer,r where he can major in business.
