The University of Akron Athletics
2026 Akron Men's Soccer Roster
Jersey Number 14
Aiden Benitez
- Position:
- Forward
- Height:
- 5-9
- Class:
- Sophomore
- Hometown:
- Westfield, Ind.
- High School:
- Blue Valley West (Kan.)
- Prev School:
- Butler
PRIOR TO AKRON
PERSONAL
- Came to Akron after gaining valuable playing experience at Butler
- Appeared in 16 games in 2025 en route to registering a team-high four goals, four assists, 12 points and three game-winning goals on the strength of a team-best 28 shots, including 11 on goal, and was tabbed a Third-Team All-BIG EAST selection
- Honored by TopDrawerSoccer.com to its Postseason Top 100 Freshman squad checking in at No. 26
- Gained valuable playing experience at Sporting Kansas City, where he scored 32 goals, helping his squad advance to the MLS NEXT playoffs and the GA Cup quarterfinals. Additionally, he earned a call-up to El Salvador’s U20 team for CONCACAF and was a three-star recruit according to TopDrawerSoccer.com.
PERSONAL
- Majoring in political science
- Son of Anthony and Sarah Benitez.
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