The Batten University men's soccer team placed four student-athletes on the 2026 Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) All-Conference teams, highlighted by junior Mason Wakefield earning Second Team All-ODAC honors. Sophomore Cowen Napior, senior JaMarhe Wills, and first-year David Nalls each received Third Team All-ODAC recognition following their contributions to the Marlins' 2026 campaign.
Wakefield earned Second Team All-ODAC honors after putting together a strong junior season for the Marlins. Appearing in 16 contests, Wakefield recorded four goals and two assists for 10 points, ranking third on the team in both goals and total points. He registered 27 shots, including 11 on goal, and contributed one game-winning goal. Wakefield's offensive production and consistent presence throughout the season helped anchor a Batten attack that generated 208 shots across 18 matches.
Napior received Third Team All-ODAC recognition following an impressive sophomore campaign in which he finished tied for the team lead with five goals. Appearing in all 18 matches, Napior totaled 11 points on five goals and one assist, ranking second on the team in scoring. He led the Marlins with 36 shots, placing 19 on target for a .528 shots-on-goal percentage. Napior also recorded one game-winning goal, establishing himself as one of Batten's most productive offensive threats throughout the season.
Wills capped his senior campaign with Third Team All-ODAC honors after leading the Marlins in total points. Appearing in all 18 contests, Wills recorded five goals and two assists for a team-high 12 points. He finished tied for the team lead in goals while ranking second with 32 shots, including 18 on goal. Wills also converted his lone penalty kick attempt of the season and recorded one game-winning goal. His offensive contributions and veteran presence played an important role in the Marlins' attack throughout the 2026 season.
Nalls rounded out Batten's All-Conference selections, earning Third Team All-ODAC honors in his first collegiate season. The first-year standout appeared in all 18 matches, recording three goals and six points while making an immediate impact for the Marlins. Nalls registered 12 shots, placing seven on goal for a .583 shots-on-goal percentage, the highest among Batten's four All-Conference selections. His ability to contribute offensively in his debut season provided another promising piece for the Marlins' future.
Batten concluded the 2026 season with a 4-6-8 overall record and a 3-3-4 mark in ODAC competition, earning a berth in the conference tournament. The Marlins demonstrated their competitiveness throughout the year, with eight draws and several closely contested matches against conference opponents. Batten also finished the regular season with momentum, earning road victories over Eastern Mennonite, Randolph, and Roanoke during the final stretch of conference play.
