University of Memphis Athletics
Nov 13, 2014 | Men's Soccer
Cantele had a fantastic first season wearing the Blue and Gray uniform. He played in all 18 games this season, starting in 17 of them. He used his speed, skill on the ball and passing to make a big impact for the Tigers.
The freshman forward led the team with seven goals, giving him a total of 16 points. Three of those goals this season were game winners against No. 15 Saint Louis, Belmont and Oral Roberts.
Cantele scored his first goal of the season, a game-winner, that propelled the Tigers to a 4-0 shutout against No. 15 Saint Louis. He scored two goals in the 3-0 shutout win over Belmont in the Hyatt Place Select Lipscomb Invitational. Finally, the UofM forward scored a hat trick and led Memphis to a 3-0 shutout against Oral Roberts.
"I'm pleased to death for him and I think it's well-earned," said head coach Richard Mulrooney. "He's a hard worker and he scored some big goals for us this year. He played an important piece up top for us. I think coming into college soccer, forward is the hardest spot to play. For him to come in and do what he did just shows you the level that he's at and he's only going to get better. Off the field, he's a good kid with great character. The sky's the limit for him. I couldn't be happier for him and I'm happy that he is representing the university on that All-Rookie Team."
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