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Posted: Jan 13, 2026

New Era Begins for Andrew College Men’s Soccer: The History of AC Men’s Soccer

New Era Begins for Andrew College Men’s Soccer: The History of AC Men’s Soccer

CUTHBERT, Ga - In December 2025, Andrew College Athletics welcomed Carnell Learmond as the new Head Men's Soccer Coach.

Learmond expressed his excitement about joining the Andrew College family, especially during a historic period in the institution's history.

"I'm very excited to be a part of a historic moment with the university transitioning from a two-year program and joining the NAIA," Learmond said. "I'm very happy to be a part of that transition and to lead the team moving forward."

As Andrew College transitions to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, Learmond brings valuable experience as a former NAIA national champion at Lindsey Wilson College. He plans to bring that championship mentality to Cuthbert and guide the Fighting Tigers back to prominence on the pitch.

Andrew College Men's Soccer has a tradition of success, largely shaped by the leadership of Jimmy Gilbert, a 2024 inductee into the Andrew College Athletics Hall of Fame.

Gilbert began working at Andrew College as a physical education instructor in the 1970s. While maintaining his role as a professor, he later served as Dean of Students, Athletic Director and Head Men's Soccer Coach. Gilbert played a pivotal role in the expansion of Andrew College Athletics and laid the foundation for the continued success of the men's soccer program.

Despite recent challenges, Andrew College men's soccer has remained a model of success throughout its storied history, having earned the following honors:

  • 1992 Southeast District NJCAA Champions

  • Seven-time NJCAA Region XVII Champions

  • Three-time NJCAA Region XVII Runner-up

Notable Former Players

  • Rick Mancinelli – Georgia Southern University, Division I (1985)

  • Robbie Webster – Florida State University, Division I (1985)

  • Carthel Starks – University of North Florida, Division I (1992)

  • Travis Furbee – West Virginia University, Division I (1993)

  • Hugh Cousins – Jacksonville Cyclones (USL)

  • Robert Clarke – SV 07 Elversberg (Germany), FC Saarbrücken (Germany), Eisbachtaler Sportfreunde (Germany), RC Malines (Belgium), R.C. Mechelen (Belgium), Athinaikos F.C. (Greece),  Doxa Katokopia FC (Cyprus)

  • Joe Nasco – Birmingham-Southern College, Division II (2005); Fort Lauderdale Strikers (NASL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Atlanta Silverbacks (NASL) ; Andrew Athletics Hall of Fame, 2025 inductee

  • Mauricio Medina – University of South Carolina Aiken, Division II (2010)

  • Tony Baza – Dalton State University, NAIA (2015)

  • Kupa Katompa – Radford University, Division I (2022)

With multiple region and conference championships, Andrew College was known as a premier destination for soccer student-athletes. The program has welcomed numerous players to Cuthbert who have gone on to compete at the next level and on some of the games biggest stages.

Under Learmond's leadership, Fighting Tigers Men's Soccer is positioned for its next chapter. As the college transitions to the NAIA beginning in July 2026, Andrew College is eager to showcase the tradition, pride and success that have established it as one of the top soccer programs in the Southeast.

Andrew College is a National Junior College Athletic Association Division I school located in Cuthbert, Georgia. The Fighting Tigers sponsor 14 sports and compete in the Georgia Collegiate Athletic Association. Andrew College will move to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, effective July 1, 2026.