HACKENSACK, N.J.- The FDU Knights were picked to finish second in the NEC Preseason Coaches Poll per a conference release. The Knights are looking to build upon last year's semifinal finish.

The Knights received one first place vote, with defending champion LIU being picked to top the conference after receiving six first place votes. New Haven was the third team to receive a vote.

FDU returns 11 players from last year's squad as they take new direction under first year head coach Amable Martinez.

Full NEC Release

1. LIU (6)
2. FDU (1)
3. Mercyhurst
4. CCSU
5. (tie) New Haven (1)
Stonehill
7. Le Moyne
8. Chicago State

The Knights open their season at the Seton Hall Classic, with their opening match vs NJIT slated for Aug. 28, at 12 p.m.

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