ROCK HILL, S.C. -- On Thursday, September 24th, Wofford men's soccer team alumnus Nick Schuermann '10 was inducted into the York County Soccer Hall of Fame as a member of its 2026 induction class. Schuermann was honored for his illustrious high school and college playing career, as well as his contributions to the growth and success of soccer in York County and beyond.
 
Schuermann played defender for Wofford from 2006-2009 and was a three-year captain who started every match of his career as a Terrier. In his 2009 season, Schuermann earned Third-Team All-American honors and was named to the All-Southern Conference, NSCAA All-South, and Scholar All-South First Teams. He scored the ninth hat trick in school history, led a defense that allowed 0.95 goals per game, and helped lead the Terriers to a Southern Conference Championship. He was inducted into the Wofford College Athletics Hall of Fame in 2015.
 
Schuermann was also a legendary high school player for Fort Mill High School, where he played for four years and was a captain for three. He was named to all-state and all-region teams on several occasions during his time there. After he graduated from Wofford, he returned to Fort Mill as a coach for the State Championship program.

In addition, United Soccer Coaches is proud to announce Ralph Polson as the 87th recipient of its Honor Award, recognizing his remarkable service to the association and exceptional contributions to soccer across all levels of the game. Polson served as Wofford men's soccer head coach from 2008 to 2018. 

Since 1942, the Honor Award has been the association's highest accolade, celebrating individuals whose impact on the sport is profound. Polson will receive the award during the annual Awards Ceremony on January 22, 2027, at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Kansas City, MO.

Ralph Polson has dedicated extensive service to collegiate soccer through leadership, administrative, and advisory roles within United Soccer Coaches and affiliated organizations. He served on the United Soccer Coaches Board of Directors, becoming President of the Association in 2012. He was also a member of the United Soccer Coaches Board of Governors Advisory Council. FULL RELEASE.