COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Nov. 5, 2026) – The Colorado State University Pueblo men's soccer team placed six student-athletes on the 2026 All-Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Men's Soccer Teams, as announced by the league office.
The ThunderWolves earned two First Team All-RMAC selections, two Second Team All-RMAC honors and two Honorable Mention selections following an impressive regular season under first-year head coach Thomás Pazo Tourinho.
Leading the way for the Pack were senior forward Nick Cenek and defender Pedro Martínez Castro, who each earned First Team All-RMAC recognition. Forwards Juan Pablo Orozco Soto and João Lutz were named to the Second Team, while midfielder Matty Parkes and goalkeeper Esteban Gonzalez rounded out the ThunderWolves' selections with Honorable Mention accolades.
The six selections come after CSU Pueblo put together one of the nation's top regular-season campaigns, finishing unbeaten at 13-0-3 overall and 7-0-3 in RMAC play. The ThunderWolves earned the No. 2 seed in the RMAC Tournament and climbed as high as No. 2 nationally in the United Soccer Coaches Division II Top 25 Poll.
Cenek earns First Team All-RMAC honors after leading the ThunderWolves' offensive attack throughout the 2026 campaign. The standout forward has started the postseason with a team-leading 11 goals, four assists and 26 points across 17 matches.
Cenek also leads the Pack with five game-winning goals, 58 shots and 28 shots on goal. He has converted both of his penalty kick opportunities this season and has recorded four multi-goal performances.
The senior has been one of the RMAC's most dangerous attacking players, consistently delivering in key moments while helping CSU Pueblo produce 40 goals through its first 17 matches.
Pedro Martínez Castro – Defender
Martínez Castro earns First Team All-RMAC recognition after serving as a key piece of the ThunderWolves' defensive unit.
The defender has appeared in 16 matches this season, recording two goals, two assists and six points while contributing to one of the nation's stingiest defensive units.
Martínez Castro has helped anchor a CSU Pueblo back line that has surrendered just 12 goals through 17 matches, allowing an average of 0.71 goals per contest. The ThunderWolves have also recorded eight shutouts this season.
In addition to his defensive contributions, Martínez Castro has provided an offensive presence when called upon, registering 10 shots, including four on goal.
Orozco Soto earns Second Team All-RMAC honors following a productive offensive campaign for the ThunderWolves.
Through 17 matches, Orozco Soto ranks second on the team with seven goals, three assists and 17 points. He has recorded 19 shots, including 10 on goal, and has accounted for two game-winning goals.
Among his season highlights was a spectacular bicycle-kick goal against South Dakota Mines that earned the No. 2 spot on ESPN SportsCenter's Top 10 Plays.
Orozco Soto also delivered one of his best performances of the season in CSU Pueblo's 3-0 victory over Colorado School of Mines on Oct. 22, scoring twice to help the ThunderWolves close their regular-season home schedule with a shutout victory.
João Lutz – Forward
Lutz joins Orozco Soto on the All-RMAC Second Team after emerging as another key contributor to CSU Pueblo's high-powered offense.
The forward has appeared in all 17 matches this season, totaling five goals, four assists and 14 points. His 40 shots rank second on the team, while his 13 shots on goal are tied for third.
Lutz has also recorded two game-winning goals and has been perfect from the penalty spot, converting both of his attempts.
His offensive production and ability to create scoring opportunities have helped the ThunderWolves average 2.35 goals per match this season.
Parkes earns Honorable Mention All-RMAC recognition following a strong campaign in the ThunderWolves' midfield.
The midfielder has appeared in all 17 matches, recording five goals and 10 points while providing an important presence in CSU Pueblo's attacking midfield.
Parkes has registered 22 shots, including 13 on goal, for a .591 shots-on-goal percentage. He has also converted his lone penalty kick attempt of the season.
Among his notable performances was a two-goal outing in the ThunderWolves' commanding 8-0 victory over Adams State on Oct. 8. Parkes also found the back of the net in CSU Pueblo's 2-1 road victory over MSU Denver on Oct. 16.
Esteban Gonzalez – Goalkeeper
Gonzalez rounds out CSU Pueblo's six All-RMAC selections after earning Honorable Mention recognition for his impressive play between the posts.
The senior goalkeeper has appeared in 16 matches, compiling a 12-1-3 record while logging 1,425 minutes in goal.
Gonzalez has recorded 41 saves, a .774 save percentage and a 0.76 goals-against average while being credited with six solo shutouts and one shared shutout.
The standout goalkeeper has also contributed offensively, registering two assists this season, showcasing his exceptional distribution and ability to create scoring opportunities from the back.
Gonzalez has been recognized as RMAC Goalkeeper of the Week four times this season, highlighting his consistency and impact on the ThunderWolves' defensive success.
2026 RMAC Major Award Winners
Regis led the conference's major individual awards, with Jacobo Betancourt-Tovar earning Player of the Year, Abram Wilson receiving Defensive Player of the Year and Zach Jennings collecting Goalkeeper of the Year honors.
Colorado Mesa's Oliveri Edoardo and South Dakota Mines' Lucas Miranda were named Co-Freshmen of the Year, while Regis head coach Taylor Diem was selected as the RMAC Coach of the Year.
Up Next
CSU Pueblo (13-1-3) now turns its attention to the NCAA Division II Men's Soccer Championship following Wednesday's 2-1 overtime loss to Fort Lewis in the RMAC Tournament semifinals at Art & Lorraine Gonzales Stadium.
The ThunderWolves will learn their postseason fate during the NCAA Division II Men's Soccer Selection Show on Monday, Nov. 9 at 4:30 p.m. MT, when the national tournament field is announced.
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