Purcell welcomes four from the Class of 2025

Smithfield, R.I. - Bryant University men's soccer head coach Seamus Purcell brings in four student-athletes who will begin playing for the Bulldogs in the fall of 2021.

"In the middle of an incredibly challenging and difficult year, we are excited to announce and welcome these four talented young men as part of the recruiting class of 2025 to Bryant University, Coach Purcell said."

"Since last March, our student-athletes, their families, and our coaching staff have had to deal with great adversity and uncertainty because of the Covid-19 situation. Our day-to-day operations, soccer activities, academic, and athletic scheduling along with lifestyle changes have tested our character and mental wellbeing, Purcell said." "If there is one thing I know for certain, these four men are joining a great group of guys and a team that possesses great character, positivity, and resilience. I am so proud of this program, this university, our athletic department, and this team during an ever-changing and trying time."

Purcell said, "Bryant soccer is thriving and the addition of the 2025 recruiting class only adds to our bright future and potential as a program. We will all enjoy working with and watching these players excel for the next four years at Bryant University."

Camron Lawrence | Wing/Midfield | Norfolk, Mass. | King Phillip Regional High School

Before Bryant: Played three years of varsity soccer for the Warriors… Led his team to records of 12-4-4 and 10-4-5 during the 2017 and 2019 seasons… Competed in a total of 29 games and recorded ten career goals and nine career assists… Made the All-Star team in 2019 and was named his team's Offensive Player of the Year… Player for the Bolts Academy club team in 2020. 

Personal: Son of Kenneth and Manijeh Lawrence… Has one sister. 

Purcell on Lawrence: We are excited that Cam will be joining our program at Bryant as we know he had several offers to play soccer elsewhere. We fully anticipate Cam will develop into and become a consistent and impactful player in our lineup. Cam is a very athletic and versatile player who will add pace, tenacity, and overall depth to our wing play and attack-minded style of soccer. We love the fact that Cam is confident in taking on players in the attacking third as well as possessing the ability to shoot from distance and pose a scoring threat. We expect a bright future ahead of this young man and know that he will fit in right away and contribute to our team's success early in his career at Bryant. 

Jack Longo | Defense/Midfield | Tinton Falls, N.J. | Christian Brothers Academy

Before Bryant: Three-year varsity starter at Christian Brothers Academy… In 2018, he helped his team win the Public A State Championships and the Public A South Sectional Championships… In 2019, Longo's team was ranked #3 in New Jersey and was the 20th ranked team in the country… Played for the Match Fit Academy club team and in the 2019 season, his team finished in first-place… Participated in the ECNL Super Cup, which selects the top three players from each age group… Recorded three goals and three assists in the 2019 season. 

Personal: Son of Christina and Jeff Longo… Has one sister. 

Purcell on Longo: Jack is another player that possesses great leadership qualities and the relentless work ethic that will help him excel at the next level here at Bryant. We are very excited that Jack will be joining us and really look forward to watching him settle into a role here that will help the program advance both in wins and in character. His ability to join the attack as an outside defender and provide quality service from the wing will prove valuable in our success moving forward. We love his relentless work ethic and tactical awareness in the timing of joining the attack. Additionally, Jack's individual defending and overall positioning in the backline is superb. We are very happy to have Jack at Bryant.

Patrick Sullivan | Defense/Midfield | Glastonbury, Conn. | Glastonbury High School 

Before Bryant: Was a three-year varsity starter at Glastonbury High School… Won the Class LL State Championships in 2017 and 2018… Was named to the All-Conference and All-State teams during his junior season… During his senior year, Sullivan played for the Oakwood Soccer Club, which is a part of the MLS Next League. 

Personal: Son of Patrick and Heather Sullivan… Has one brother and one sister. 

Purcell on Sullivan: We are very excited that Patrick will be joining our program at Bryant and believe that he will make an instant impact. Patrick is a technical player who performs very well under pressure and will help us maintain possession while building in the attack. We believe that Patrick's ability to comfortably play several positions, either as a defender or holding midfielder, will prove valuable as he will be able to help us in many ways. He is a relentless worker on the field and should have an easy and smooth transition into the collegiate game. We look forward to working with Patrick as we see him developing into a key contributor for years to come at Bryant.

Nicholas Vitti | Winger/Midfielder | Milford, Conn. | Notre Dame-West Haven 

Before Bryant: Four-year letter winner… Was the first freshman to start on the varsity team in five years… As a sophomore, Vitti tallied six goals and six assists and was an All-SCC nominee… During his junior season, he recorded nine goals and five assists and was an All-SCC nominee for the second straight season… Named team captain this season… Led his team to the State tournament as a freshman and a junior… As a member of the South Central Premier club team, Vitti won the Coaches Award, the MVP award, and made the Connecticut State Cup title game four times… Member of the National Honors Society. 

Purcell on Vitti: Nickolas Vi2 This young man has the potential to play an important role and develop into a consistent threat as a midfielder and attacking player at Bryant. Nick is creative, quick thinking and an attack-minded player who possesses great playmaking and finishing abilities around the goal. He is comfortable and confident with the ball at his feet and will factor into our attack on the wing or in a midfield position. We like the fact that Nick has leadership qualities and will work extremely hard in training as well as game situations. We have no doubt that Nick will excel at the next level. Welcome to Bryant University!