For Immediate Release:
11 August 2026

FRANKLIN, Mass. – The Dean College men's soccer program has announced additions to their staff for the 2026 season. Aydin Medeiros will return for his second season as an assistant coach, Chris Tunley will join as an assistant coach, and Dylan Jessop will serve as the first-ever Head Coach of Dean's JV men's soccer program.

"I am thrilled to have Dylan, Aydin, and Chris on staff," Head Coach Joe Dincecco expressed. "These up-and-coming coaches will bring unique and important perspectives to our program. I'm excited to have them build relationships with our student-athletes and help them develop as people and players."

Coach Jessop joins the men's soccer program with an extensive resume in both club soccer and indoor futsal. Prior to Dean, Jessop worked in various roles with Oakwood Soccer Club, Cheshire Soccer Club, CFC North, and Scorpions Soccer Club. He most recently obtained the role of Assistant Director of Futsal and Head Coach of the U13, U14, and U16 Boys ECNL regional league teams at Scorpions.

Prior to coaching, Jessop played collegiately at the NJCAA Division I level for Monroe College. He then attended Hartford University, playing at both the NCAA Division I and Division III level. In total, Jessop made over 50 collegiate appearances.

Meanwhile, Coach Aydin Medeiros returns to the men's soccer staff for his second season as an assistant. Last year, Coach Medeiros re-joined the team after playing three seasons for the Bulldogs.

Chris Tunley will also make the transition from player to coach. Coach Tunley appeared in 48 matches for the Bulldogs and made 22 starts. In that span, he compiled nine goals, six assists, and 24 total points. He also accumulated over 2,200 minutes of playing time.

Tunley served as a team captain during his senior season and was the recipient of the 2025-26 John Jackson Sportsmanship Award.

For more information about the rest of the Dean College men's soccer program, please visit the respective links above.

For Media Inquiries:
Brett Chaves
Sports Information Director, Dean College Athletics
(508) 541-1826
BChaves@dean.edu