A graduate defensive midfielder and team captain, Alex Nitzl, is one of the Terps’ undisputed leaders. The Munich, Germany has been a steadying presence over his 52 matches in College Park with his high soccer IQ and vocal leadership helping him become one of the most versatile players in the country.
Consistently noted for his team-first mentality, Nitzl was Maryland’s 2022 Big Ten Sportsmanship Award winner and received the 2024 Talbot T. Speer Award, given to a Maryland male student-athlete whose extraordinary commitment and dedication inspire teammates, coaches and fellow student-athletes.
Nitzl missed the first few games of 2023 with an injury, allowing him to take a step back and lead his team from the sideline. With just one fall left in College Park, he’s committed to authoring a satisfying conclusion to his career.
“This is my last college soccer season,” Nitzl said. “I want to end it on a positive note. I want to keep building my legacy here at Maryland and in college soccer.”
Nitzl’s versatility allows him to contribute in any spot on the backline, but he will feature in a central defensive midfield role to start the season, pairing with fellow German Leon Koehl, who started 13 games as a true freshman last season.
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