Men’s Soccer Adds Transfer Pair
5/29/2025 1:59:00 PM | Men's Soccer
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana men's soccer head coach Todd Yeagley announced on Thursday (May 29) the addition of two transfer student-athletes: defender Victor Akoum, from Virginia, and AJ Piela, from Louisville.
"Bringing in AJ and Victor gives our team an immediate boost in both quality and experience as we finalize our 2025 roster," Yeagley said. "Both players come from highly competitive environments and are driven to be difference-makers here. Their mindset and skillsets align with our standards and culture."
Victor Akoum | Defender | Jr. | Edmonton, Vancouver, Canada | Virginia
Akoum moves to Bloomington after a strong sophomore season at Virginia. The Canadian center-back appeared in 16 matches and started 12, including all five of Virginia's postseason contests, helping the Cavaliers keep five clean sheets.
"Victor is a true left-sided center back with size and strong athletic tools. He is a competitor with a big future ahead and will be a great addition to our back-line heading into the 2025 season."
AJ Piela | Goalkeeper | Sophomore | Columbus, Ohio | Louisville
Piela appeared in 10 matches for Louisville as a freshman last season, gaining early experience in one of the nation's top conferences. He will join an IU goalkeeper group that includes veteran Holden Brown, freshman Judewellin Michel and Cooper Johnsen.
"AJ is a talented goalkeeper who gained meaningful experience at Louisville and has the tools to compete right away," Yeagley said. "His quickness, shot-stopping ability and comfort with the ball at his feet make him a strong addition to our goalkeeper group."
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"Bringing in AJ and Victor gives our team an immediate boost in both quality and experience as we finalize our 2025 roster," Yeagley said. "Both players come from highly competitive environments and are driven to be difference-makers here. Their mindset and skillsets align with our standards and culture."
Victor Akoum | Defender | Jr. | Edmonton, Vancouver, Canada | Virginia
Akoum moves to Bloomington after a strong sophomore season at Virginia. The Canadian center-back appeared in 16 matches and started 12, including all five of Virginia's postseason contests, helping the Cavaliers keep five clean sheets.
"Victor is a true left-sided center back with size and strong athletic tools. He is a competitor with a big future ahead and will be a great addition to our back-line heading into the 2025 season."
AJ Piela | Goalkeeper | Sophomore | Columbus, Ohio | Louisville
Piela appeared in 10 matches for Louisville as a freshman last season, gaining early experience in one of the nation's top conferences. He will join an IU goalkeeper group that includes veteran Holden Brown, freshman Judewellin Michel and Cooper Johnsen.
"AJ is a talented goalkeeper who gained meaningful experience at Louisville and has the tools to compete right away," Yeagley said. "His quickness, shot-stopping ability and comfort with the ball at his feet make him a strong addition to our goalkeeper group."
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For all the latest on Indiana University men's soccer, be sure to follow the team at @IndianaMSOC on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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