MARION, Ind. -- Indiana Wesleyan University head men's soccer coach Mark Castro has signed California native Nick Fortini and Wyoming product Seth Hawk to his 2008 squad.

"We have been recruiting Nick for the past year and the components have finally come together for him to attend Indiana Wesleyan. He is a physically strong player who knows how to use his body to gain the advantage. Nick is a left-sided player who is versatile as a left back or a striker up front," relayed Castro.

Nick comes to Indiana Wesleyan as a transfer from Cuyamaca College in El Cajon, California where he captained the team in 2007.

Seth Hawk is from Rock Springs, Wyoming and will be an incoming freshman for the Indiana Wesleyan program.

"I saw Seth play this past summer and I felt he was the missing piece to our squad. He is an experienced center back who can win 50/50 balls and help keep us organized in the back. At 6'0" he is another intimidating presence in our back line. Seth has untapped potential and within our program, he will reach his maximum," said Castro.

Nick Fortini - Prep/Personal

Four Year Varsity starter for West Hills High School…Team Captain '06, '05…scored 45 goals for high school career…Second Team All Grossmont North in 04'…First Team All Grossmont '06, '05… MVP of Grossmont North League 06'…First Team All Division 2 06'…Second Team All San Diego Hall of Champions 06'. (24 best players in San Diego County)…voted Team MVP '06, '05…Team Captain of Cuyamaca Community College 07'…played clubsoccer with Hotspurs U.S.A. which competed in the prestigiousCalifornia Coast Soccer League…born June 28, 1988…son of Steven and Ione Fortini…plans to study athletic training/physical therapy.

Seth Hawk - Prep/Personal

Three year varsity starter for Rocks Springs High School…high school competes in the Wyoming class 4A which is the largest school in the state…led team to the quarter finals of Wyoming 4A State Championship '08, '07…born January 21, 1990…son of Kevin and Tami Hawk…plans on studying business administration and criminal justice.