Michael Blancato
NCAA Division II – Mercyhurst University
Pennsylvania
From: Saint Patrick’s College / Sydney NSW
Athletic Scholarship – NCAA Division II (PSAC)
The Journey
Michael Blancato is one of Upper 90 College’s standout alumni from the PSAC – a Sydney-born midfielder who developed into a decorated student-athlete at Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania, earning All-PSAC and All-Region honours across his four-year career. Hailing from Sydney, Australia (Saint Patrick’s College), Michael was placed by Upper 90 College at Mercyhurst – one of the most competitive NCAA Division II programs in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference. Over four seasons (2016–2019), Michael grew from a solid conference contributor to one of the most productive attacking midfielders in the PSAC. His senior year (2019) was his finest: Michael made 16 starts across 17 games, led the team with 11 goals, 7 assists and 29 points, took 65 shots (34 on goal), and was named PSAC All-Conference First Team and D2CCA Men’s Soccer All-Atlantic Region Second Team. He was named PSAC West Athlete of the Week once during the season. Over his career, Michael earned two All-PSAC selections (2nd team in 2016 and 2018, 1st team in 2019), two D2CCA All-Region selections, and established himself as one of Mercyhurst’s most productive attacking players.
Challenges Overcome
Building across four seasons in the PSAC – one of the most competitive D2 conferences in the country – required constant development. Turning 11 goals in a senior year performance from a supporting role earlier in his career reflected Michael’s growth and dedication.
Achievements
PSAC All-Conference First Team (2019). D2CCA All-Atlantic Region Second Team (2019). All-PSAC Second Team (2016, 2018). 11 goals, 7 assists, 29 points in senior season. Led Mercyhurst in scoring (2019). PSAC West Athlete of the Week.
"Mercyhurst gave me everything I needed to reach my potential. Playing in the PSAC tested me every week."
— Michael Blancato
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