ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — A local coach is optimistic about the Olympics.

Garret Eldridge leads the Ithaca College Men’s Soccer team. He believes the U.S. Men’s Soccer squad has a great shot at the gold medal in Paris.

“I think that the younger guys in the Olympics will have a really good chance,” he said. “I think a lot of Americans are showing the world what we have to offer.”

The red, white, and blue kick off Olympic play at 3 p.m. Wednesday against France.