Seven Future Huskies Sign For Washington
February 26, 2026 | Men's Soccer
SEATTLE - Washington head coach Jamie Clark announced the signing of seven new Huskies on Wednesday. The class consists of five players from the state of Washington and two from California.
"We are excited for this new class recruits to get to campus and become Huskies," said head coach Jamie Clark. "These players embody the qualities to be successful young men and student-athletes at the University of Washington. They are clearly talented on the field, but most importantly they are hard workers who strive to be great at all they do. This drive will see them reach their potential while wearing Purple and Gold and should ensure that we remain one of the top programs in the nation."
Joining Washington as freshmen in the fall of 2026 are Shaun Brun (West Seattle, Wash.), Nate Chandler (Pleasant Hill, Calif.), Jordy Dierks (Lake Forest Park, Wash.), Anthony Garcia (Wenatchee, Wash.), Jake Goetting (Berkely, Calif.), Harper Mikolasy (Woodinville, Wash.), and Noah Newman (Seattle, Wash.).
"I love that many of the best local players have chosen to represent their home state," added Clark. "This program's backbone has always been the local guy who bleeds Purple and Gold. These young men had the option to play anywhere in the country, but growing up in Washington they understood what it means to go to school and represent this athletic department and they wanted that honor."
Shaun Brun
West Seattle, Wash. - West Seattle HS - D - Sounders Academy
A native of West Seattle and West Seattle High School, Shaun Brun is a local talent who decided to stay at his hometown school. He trained with the Seattle Sounders Academy as a center back and is planning to major in business at UW. He enjoys playing piano in his free time.
Why UW?
"I chose UW for a top institution both in the classroom and on the pitch. Somewhere I can strive for excellence everyday." - Shaun Brun
Coach Clark on Brun
"Shaun is a defender out of the Sounders organization that has featured for the Tacoma Defiance and also represented Haiti as youth international. A tenacious defender with pace and power to defend high up the field but also can start attacks and has a great range of passing. He will arrive at UW with great experience and has the athletic ability to play from day one." - Jamie Clark
Nate Chandler
Pleasant Hill, Calif. - De La Salle HS - D - Mustang SC/Eture FC
Hailing from Pleasant Hill and attending De La Salle High School, Nate Chandler brings an abundance of ECNL experience to Washington from his time with both Mustang SC and Eture FC. In 2025, Chandler was named the ECNL NorCal Player of the Year, ECNL All-American, and was named to the USYS Olympic Development Program West Region Team. A two-time ECNL All-Conference selection in 2024-25, Chandler led his team to the ECNL National Championship Elite Eight in 2024.
Chandler also competed for De La Salle during the 2023-24 season where he earned NCS All-Conference honors.
Chandler plans to major in business and is interested in pursuing study abroad opportunities while at Washington. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, cooking, and traveling.
Why UW?
"I chose Washington because I want to be a part of a great community of players and coaches, attend a top academic university, and play for a very competitive team. UW is the complete package and the perfect choice." - Nate Chandler
Coach Clark on Chandler
"Nate is a player that came to camp and showed great maturity and feel for the game. He's a central defender with a great frame, and projects to be a force in due time. His poise on the ball, and ability to read the play are what stand out and make him an exciting prospect. Presently training in Spain for the year, Nate will be getting great experience and be ready for the challenges ahead." - Jamie Clark
Jordy Dierks
Lake Forest Park, Wash. - Laurel Springs HS - F - Sounders Academy
A Washington local from 20 minutes north of Seattle, Jordy Dierks attended Laurel Springs High School and competed as a forward for the Seattle Sounders Academy. Over the last five years with the club, Dierks has been a top goal scorer every year while showcasing versatility to play at any of the top four attacking spots. Dierks was ranked the No. 124 prospect nationally by Top Drawer Soccer, the No. 31 forward, and the No. 8 prospect in the Pacific Northwest.
In addition to his time with the Sounders Academy, Dierks was a talented goal scorer for Seattle United, leading his team to an ECNL National Championship game in the u14 division. He played in four GA Cups and tallied a goal against Arsenal.
Dierks plans to major in Business or Real Estate at Washington.
Why UW?
"I chose the UW because I felt at home with the guys and the coaching staff." - Jordy Dierks
Coach Clark on Dierks
"Jordy is a fantastic young player that will join us this spring. He's a local product that we've known and followed for years, and so we are excited that he's staying close to home for school. A very versatile attacking player, Jordy has excelled playing across the front four spots for the Sounders Academy. He has an engine that never stops, and a bravery to make things happen in the attacking third of the field. He has a nose for goal, but also the work rate to press for 90 minutes. These are attributes we love and will serve him well at UW." - Jamie Clark
Anthony Garcia
Wenatchee, Wash. - Wenatchee HS - F - Crossfire Premier
A Washington native, hailing from Wenatchee, Anthony Garcia is an all around striker who has earned experience both at the club and high school levels. With Crossfire, Garcia helped lead the team to a League Championship, NPC Championship, an undefeated season, and a culmination in an ECNL National Championship.
With Wenatchee High School, Garcia set a new scoring record as a junior and led the team to a third place finish in 2025. Garcia was named a two-time All-Conference selection while helping the team to two league championships and two district championships.
Why UW?
"I chose UW because it is an amazing school with a lot of amazing people, not only in the soccer program but throughout the entire university." - Anthony Garcia
Coach Clark on Garcia
"Anthony Garcia is a powerful attacking player that can cause defenses real problems. His pace and determination take a toll on defenses over the course of a game. He's also ready for the big moment as you want an attacking player to be. Last year, he scored the winning goal for Crossfire in the ECNL National Championship, and we hope more big moments are ahead in the purple and gold." - Jamie Clark
Jake Goetting
Berkeley, Calif. - Berkeley HS - F - Eastshore Alliance Futbol Club
A native of Berkely, Goetting played both for Berkeley High School and for Eastshore Alliance, leading both teams to consistent success. In club soccer, Goetting led Eastshore Alliance in scoring, helping the team to an ECNL-RL NorCal League Championship in 2024-25 with an 11-2-1 record. The previous season, Goetting and Eastshore Alliance won the ECNL-RL West Region tournament, advancing to the national quarterfinals. In addition to the team success, Goetting was a two-time selection for the Olympic Development Program West Region and was named to the Cal North State travel team on three occasions.
With Berkeley High School, Goetting was a four-year letterman, leading the team to a Division I NCS championship in 2023-24. He was consistently one of the top offensive performers, leading the team in goals per game as a sophomore and junior.
Goetting is interested in studying business at Washington.
Why UW?
"For me, choosing UW was an easy decision. The location, community, and academics come together perfectly, giving me an opportunity unlike anywhere else." - Jake Goetting
Coach Clark on Goetting
"Jake came to camp and turned heads right away. We have a good history of finding Berkeley High School players from our camp, as Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, now of the Seattle Sounders, wowed us in that same environment. Jake is a powerful attacking player with soft feet. He can run by players and score goals, but just as easily set up teammates." - Jamie Clark
Harper Mikolasy
Woodinville, Wash. - Woodinville HS - D - Crossfire Premier
A local product out of Woodinville, Harper Mikolasy is keeping his talents in the state of Washington. A dominant player in the ECNL, Mikolasy led Crossfire Premier to two nationals championships while being named an ECNL First Team All-American. Top Drawer Soccer ranked him as the top recruit in the state of Washington and a top-50 recruit nationally. In addition to his club experience, Mikolasy was a varsity starter at Woodinville High School as a freshman.
Mikolasy is interested in studying business while at Washington.
Why UW?
"I chose UW because of the top coaching staff and soccer program. Also the high quality academics." - Harper Mikolasy
Coach Clark on Mikolasy
"Harper is one of the top couple of defenders in the country. He has the rare combination of size, power and the ability to really play out of the back. He's anchored his Crossfire club team to multiple national championships, and has a lot of big game experience. He will enroll early and that should give him a leg up in knowing the college game." - Jamie Clark
Noah Newman
Seattle, Wash. - Roosevelt HS - GK - Sounders Academy
A native of Seattle, Noah Newman attended Roosevelt High School, just 10 minutes from the campus of UW. A strong goalkeeper for the Seattle Sounders Academy, Newman made his professional debut with the Tacoma Defiance earlier this year on September 17. He was named the MLS Next Pro Rising Star of the Match Week and was also named to the MLS Next Team of the Month.
Newman is interested in studying criminology while at UW.
Why UW?
"Going to the UW means getting the opportunity to represent the school a bunch of my family has gone to and that's something that's really important to me. Everyone on the team is super close with each other, which is exactly what I want in teammates." - Noah Newman
Coach Clark on Newman
"Noah is a local goalkeeper, growing up only a few miles from UW. His father was a swimmer at Washington, so it's exciting to have a second-generation Husky joining us. This past 12 months has been incredible for Noah as he's gone from a good youth goalkeeper to starting the last 5 games for the Tacoma Defiance in the MLS Next Pro league. Noah has a great head on his shoulders and carries himself in goal with a calm demeanor. He'll come in with a lot of experience and will be ready for whatever is thrown at him." - Jamie Clark
"We are excited for this new class recruits to get to campus and become Huskies," said head coach Jamie Clark. "These players embody the qualities to be successful young men and student-athletes at the University of Washington. They are clearly talented on the field, but most importantly they are hard workers who strive to be great at all they do. This drive will see them reach their potential while wearing Purple and Gold and should ensure that we remain one of the top programs in the nation."
Joining Washington as freshmen in the fall of 2026 are Shaun Brun (West Seattle, Wash.), Nate Chandler (Pleasant Hill, Calif.), Jordy Dierks (Lake Forest Park, Wash.), Anthony Garcia (Wenatchee, Wash.), Jake Goetting (Berkely, Calif.), Harper Mikolasy (Woodinville, Wash.), and Noah Newman (Seattle, Wash.).
"I love that many of the best local players have chosen to represent their home state," added Clark. "This program's backbone has always been the local guy who bleeds Purple and Gold. These young men had the option to play anywhere in the country, but growing up in Washington they understood what it means to go to school and represent this athletic department and they wanted that honor."
Shaun Brun
West Seattle, Wash. - West Seattle HS - D - Sounders Academy
A native of West Seattle and West Seattle High School, Shaun Brun is a local talent who decided to stay at his hometown school. He trained with the Seattle Sounders Academy as a center back and is planning to major in business at UW. He enjoys playing piano in his free time.
Why UW?
"I chose UW for a top institution both in the classroom and on the pitch. Somewhere I can strive for excellence everyday." - Shaun Brun
Coach Clark on Brun
"Shaun is a defender out of the Sounders organization that has featured for the Tacoma Defiance and also represented Haiti as youth international. A tenacious defender with pace and power to defend high up the field but also can start attacks and has a great range of passing. He will arrive at UW with great experience and has the athletic ability to play from day one." - Jamie Clark
Nate Chandler
Pleasant Hill, Calif. - De La Salle HS - D - Mustang SC/Eture FC
Hailing from Pleasant Hill and attending De La Salle High School, Nate Chandler brings an abundance of ECNL experience to Washington from his time with both Mustang SC and Eture FC. In 2025, Chandler was named the ECNL NorCal Player of the Year, ECNL All-American, and was named to the USYS Olympic Development Program West Region Team. A two-time ECNL All-Conference selection in 2024-25, Chandler led his team to the ECNL National Championship Elite Eight in 2024.
Chandler also competed for De La Salle during the 2023-24 season where he earned NCS All-Conference honors.
Chandler plans to major in business and is interested in pursuing study abroad opportunities while at Washington. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, cooking, and traveling.
Why UW?
"I chose Washington because I want to be a part of a great community of players and coaches, attend a top academic university, and play for a very competitive team. UW is the complete package and the perfect choice." - Nate Chandler
Coach Clark on Chandler
"Nate is a player that came to camp and showed great maturity and feel for the game. He's a central defender with a great frame, and projects to be a force in due time. His poise on the ball, and ability to read the play are what stand out and make him an exciting prospect. Presently training in Spain for the year, Nate will be getting great experience and be ready for the challenges ahead." - Jamie Clark
Jordy Dierks
Lake Forest Park, Wash. - Laurel Springs HS - F - Sounders Academy
A Washington local from 20 minutes north of Seattle, Jordy Dierks attended Laurel Springs High School and competed as a forward for the Seattle Sounders Academy. Over the last five years with the club, Dierks has been a top goal scorer every year while showcasing versatility to play at any of the top four attacking spots. Dierks was ranked the No. 124 prospect nationally by Top Drawer Soccer, the No. 31 forward, and the No. 8 prospect in the Pacific Northwest.
In addition to his time with the Sounders Academy, Dierks was a talented goal scorer for Seattle United, leading his team to an ECNL National Championship game in the u14 division. He played in four GA Cups and tallied a goal against Arsenal.
Dierks plans to major in Business or Real Estate at Washington.
Why UW?
"I chose the UW because I felt at home with the guys and the coaching staff." - Jordy Dierks
Coach Clark on Dierks
"Jordy is a fantastic young player that will join us this spring. He's a local product that we've known and followed for years, and so we are excited that he's staying close to home for school. A very versatile attacking player, Jordy has excelled playing across the front four spots for the Sounders Academy. He has an engine that never stops, and a bravery to make things happen in the attacking third of the field. He has a nose for goal, but also the work rate to press for 90 minutes. These are attributes we love and will serve him well at UW." - Jamie Clark
Anthony Garcia
Wenatchee, Wash. - Wenatchee HS - F - Crossfire Premier
A Washington native, hailing from Wenatchee, Anthony Garcia is an all around striker who has earned experience both at the club and high school levels. With Crossfire, Garcia helped lead the team to a League Championship, NPC Championship, an undefeated season, and a culmination in an ECNL National Championship.
With Wenatchee High School, Garcia set a new scoring record as a junior and led the team to a third place finish in 2025. Garcia was named a two-time All-Conference selection while helping the team to two league championships and two district championships.
Why UW?
"I chose UW because it is an amazing school with a lot of amazing people, not only in the soccer program but throughout the entire university." - Anthony Garcia
Coach Clark on Garcia
"Anthony Garcia is a powerful attacking player that can cause defenses real problems. His pace and determination take a toll on defenses over the course of a game. He's also ready for the big moment as you want an attacking player to be. Last year, he scored the winning goal for Crossfire in the ECNL National Championship, and we hope more big moments are ahead in the purple and gold." - Jamie Clark
Jake Goetting
Berkeley, Calif. - Berkeley HS - F - Eastshore Alliance Futbol Club
A native of Berkely, Goetting played both for Berkeley High School and for Eastshore Alliance, leading both teams to consistent success. In club soccer, Goetting led Eastshore Alliance in scoring, helping the team to an ECNL-RL NorCal League Championship in 2024-25 with an 11-2-1 record. The previous season, Goetting and Eastshore Alliance won the ECNL-RL West Region tournament, advancing to the national quarterfinals. In addition to the team success, Goetting was a two-time selection for the Olympic Development Program West Region and was named to the Cal North State travel team on three occasions.
With Berkeley High School, Goetting was a four-year letterman, leading the team to a Division I NCS championship in 2023-24. He was consistently one of the top offensive performers, leading the team in goals per game as a sophomore and junior.
Goetting is interested in studying business at Washington.
Why UW?
"For me, choosing UW was an easy decision. The location, community, and academics come together perfectly, giving me an opportunity unlike anywhere else." - Jake Goetting
Coach Clark on Goetting
"Jake came to camp and turned heads right away. We have a good history of finding Berkeley High School players from our camp, as Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, now of the Seattle Sounders, wowed us in that same environment. Jake is a powerful attacking player with soft feet. He can run by players and score goals, but just as easily set up teammates." - Jamie Clark
Harper Mikolasy
Woodinville, Wash. - Woodinville HS - D - Crossfire Premier
A local product out of Woodinville, Harper Mikolasy is keeping his talents in the state of Washington. A dominant player in the ECNL, Mikolasy led Crossfire Premier to two nationals championships while being named an ECNL First Team All-American. Top Drawer Soccer ranked him as the top recruit in the state of Washington and a top-50 recruit nationally. In addition to his club experience, Mikolasy was a varsity starter at Woodinville High School as a freshman.
Mikolasy is interested in studying business while at Washington.
Why UW?
"I chose UW because of the top coaching staff and soccer program. Also the high quality academics." - Harper Mikolasy
Coach Clark on Mikolasy
"Harper is one of the top couple of defenders in the country. He has the rare combination of size, power and the ability to really play out of the back. He's anchored his Crossfire club team to multiple national championships, and has a lot of big game experience. He will enroll early and that should give him a leg up in knowing the college game." - Jamie Clark
Noah Newman
Seattle, Wash. - Roosevelt HS - GK - Sounders Academy
A native of Seattle, Noah Newman attended Roosevelt High School, just 10 minutes from the campus of UW. A strong goalkeeper for the Seattle Sounders Academy, Newman made his professional debut with the Tacoma Defiance earlier this year on September 17. He was named the MLS Next Pro Rising Star of the Match Week and was also named to the MLS Next Team of the Month.
Newman is interested in studying criminology while at UW.
Why UW?
"Going to the UW means getting the opportunity to represent the school a bunch of my family has gone to and that's something that's really important to me. Everyone on the team is super close with each other, which is exactly what I want in teammates." - Noah Newman
Coach Clark on Newman
"Noah is a local goalkeeper, growing up only a few miles from UW. His father was a swimmer at Washington, so it's exciting to have a second-generation Husky joining us. This past 12 months has been incredible for Noah as he's gone from a good youth goalkeeper to starting the last 5 games for the Tacoma Defiance in the MLS Next Pro league. Noah has a great head on his shoulders and carries himself in goal with a calm demeanor. He'll come in with a lot of experience and will be ready for whatever is thrown at him." - Jamie Clark
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