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| birth_place = [[Bay City, Texas]], United States
| birth_place = [[Bay City, Texas]], United States
| height = 5 ft 8 in
| height = 5 ft 8 in
| position = [[Midfielder|Winger]]
| position = [[Winger (association football)|Winger]]
| currentclub = [[Monterey Bay FC]]
| currentclub =
| clubnumber = 7
| clubnumber =
| youthyears1 =
| youthyears1 =
| youthclubs1 = Texas Heat
| youthclubs1 = Texas Heat
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| caps8 = 64
| caps8 = 64
| goals8 = 13
| goals8 = 13
| years8 = 2023-
| years9 = 2023–2024
| clubs8 = [[Monterey Bay FC]]
| clubs9 = [[Monterey Bay FC|Monterey Bay]]
| caps9 = 32
| goals9 = 12
| nationalyears1 = 2007
| nationalyears1 = 2007
| nationalteam1 = [[United States men's national under-17 soccer team|United States U17]]
| nationalteam1 = [[United States men's national under-17 soccer team|United States U17]]
| nationalcaps1 = 3
| nationalcaps1 = 3
| nationalgoals1 = 0
| nationalgoals1 = 0
| pcupdate = December 13, 2022
| club-update = October 22, 2023
| ntupdate = June 19, 2012
| nationalteam-update = June 19, 2012
}}
}}


'''Hugh Alexander Dixon''' (born February 7, 1990) is an American professional [[Association football|soccer]] player who plays as a [[Midfielder|winger]] for [[USL Championship]] club [[Monterey Bay FC]].
'''Hugh Alexander Dixon''' (born February 7, 1990) is an American professional [[Association football|soccer]] player who plays as a [[Winger (association football)|winger]].


==College and amateur==
==College and amateur==
The first youth club Dixon played for was the Texas Heat. He then joined the Houston Texans youth soccer club.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|url=https://www.houstondynamo.com/post/2011/03/08/newcomer-spotlight-alex-dixon|title=Newcomer Spotlight: Alex Dixon|last=Yardley|first=Jonathan|date=March 8, 2011|website=Houston Dynamo|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref> He was a member of the [[IMG Soccer Academy|United States U-17 residency program]] before returning to the [[Houston]] and joining the [[Houston Dynamo]] academy. He also trained with the Dynamo first team for a bit during the 2008 season. Dixon then spent three years at [[University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill|UNC Chapel Hill]] where he appeared regularly for the Tar Heels. North Carolina qualified for the [[NCAA College Cup]] during all three of Dixon's season there.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.houstondynamo.com/players/alex-dixon|title=Alex Dixon|website=Houston Dynamo|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref>
The first youth club Dixon played for was the Texas Heat. He then joined the Houston Texans youth soccer club.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|url=https://www.houstondynamo.com/post/2011/03/08/newcomer-spotlight-alex-dixon|title=Newcomer Spotlight: Alex Dixon|last=Yardley|first=Jonathan|date=March 8, 2011|website=Houston Dynamo|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref> He was a member of the [[IMG Soccer Academy|United States U-17 residency program]] before returning to the [[Houston]] and joining the [[Houston Dynamo]] academy. He also trained with the Dynamo first team for a bit during the 2008 season. Dixon then spent three years at [[University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill|UNC Chapel Hill]] where he appeared regularly for the Tar Heels. North Carolina qualified for the [[NCAA Division I men's soccer tournament|NCAA College Cup]] during all three of Dixon's season there.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.houstondynamo.com/players/alex-dixon|title=Alex Dixon|website=Houston Dynamo|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref>


Dixon also spent the 2010 season with [[Reading United A.C.|Reading United]] in the [[USL Premier Development League]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.uslsoccer.com/teams/2010/22373.html |title=United Soccer Leagues (USL) |access-date=2011-05-01 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121008164415/http://www.uslsoccer.com/teams/2010/22373.html#STATS |archive-date=2012-10-08 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
Dixon also spent the 2010 season with [[Reading United A.C.|Reading United]] in the [[USL Premier Development League]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.uslsoccer.com/teams/2010/22373.html |title=United Soccer Leagues (USL) |access-date=2011-05-01 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121008164415/http://www.uslsoccer.com/teams/2010/22373.html#STATS |archive-date=2012-10-08 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
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==Club career==
==Club career==
===Houston Dynamo===
===Houston Dynamo===
Dixon was signed a [[Homegrown Player Rule (Major League Soccer)|Homegrown Player]] contract with the [[Houston Dynamo]] on January 19, 2011. Dixon was the fourth Homegrown Player in Dynamo history.<ref>{{cite web| url = http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/2011/01/dynamo-sign-two-academy-players| url-status = dead| archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20110122080147/http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/2011/01/dynamo-sign-two-academy-players| archive-date = 2011-01-22| title = Dynamo sign two Academy players {{!}} Houston Dynamo}} </ref> He made his professional debut on April 2, 2011, coming on as a second-half substitute for [[Will Bruin]] in a 1–1 draw with [[New York Red Bulls]].<ref name=":0" /> He scored his first goal with the Dynamo on August 20, 2011, with a goal in the 93rd minute to give Houston a 3–2 win over [[Real Salt Lake]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.houstondynamo.com/post/2011/08/21/dixons-first-mls-goal-gives-dynamo-win|title=Dixon's first MLS goal gives Dynamo win|last=Lovell|first=Darrell|date=August 20, 2011|website=Houston Dynamo|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref>
Dixon was signed a [[Homegrown Player Rule (Major League Soccer)|Homegrown Player]] contract with the [[Houston Dynamo]] on January 19, 2011. Dixon was the fourth Homegrown Player in Dynamo history.<ref>{{cite web| url = http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/2011/01/dynamo-sign-two-academy-players| url-status = dead| archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20110122080147/http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/2011/01/dynamo-sign-two-academy-players| archive-date = 2011-01-22| title = Dynamo sign two Academy players {{!}} Houston Dynamo}}</ref> He made his professional debut on April 2, 2011, coming on as a second-half substitute for [[Will Bruin]] in a 1–1 draw with [[New York Red Bulls]].<ref name=":0" /> He scored his first goal with the Dynamo on August 20, 2011, with a goal in the 93rd minute to give Houston a 3–2 win over [[Real Salt Lake]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.houstondynamo.com/post/2011/08/21/dixons-first-mls-goal-gives-dynamo-win|title=Dixon's first MLS goal gives Dynamo win|last=Lovell|first=Darrell|date=August 20, 2011|website=Houston Dynamo|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref>


On September 20, 2012, Dixon made his CONCACAF Champions League debut win he came on as a substitute in a 4–0 win over [[C.D. FAS]].<ref name=":0" /> However, Dixon only made 6 appearances across all competitions as he struggled to get game time.
On September 20, 2012, Dixon made his CONCACAF Champions League debut win he came on as a substitute in a 4–0 win over [[C.D. FAS]].<ref name=":0" /> However, Dixon only made 6 appearances across all competitions as he struggled to get game time.


On May 29, 2013, Dixon scored his first [[U.S. Open Cup|US Open Cup]] goal in a 2–0 win over [[FC Tucson]].<ref name=":0" /> However he saw limited playing time and was loaned to the Tampa Bay Rowdies.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.houstondynamo.com/es/post/2013/04/05/dynamo-loan-alex-dixon-tampa-bay-rowdies|title=Dynamo loan Alex Dixon to Tampa Bay Rowdies|date=April 5, 2013|website=Houston Dynamo|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref> On April 27, Dixon scored his first and only goal for Tampa Bay, against the [[Fort Lauderdale Strikers (2006–2016)|Fort Lauderdale Strikers]].<ref name=":0" /> Dixon saw limited game time in his three seasons in Houston and was waived after the 2013 season.<ref>{{cite web| url = http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2013/11/25/major-league-soccer-confirms-selection-order-ahead-annual-waiver-draft| url-status = dead| archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20131128063155/http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2013/11/25/major-league-soccer-confirms-selection-order-ahead-annual-waiver-draft| archive-date = 2013-11-28| title = Major League Soccer issues player list and selection order ahead of annual Waiver Draft {{!}} MLSsoccer.com}} </ref>
On May 29, 2013, Dixon scored his first [[U.S. Open Cup|US Open Cup]] goal in a 2–0 win over [[FC Tucson]].<ref name=":0" /> However he saw limited playing time and was loaned to the Tampa Bay Rowdies.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.houstondynamo.com/es/post/2013/04/05/dynamo-loan-alex-dixon-tampa-bay-rowdies|title=Dynamo loan Alex Dixon to Tampa Bay Rowdies|date=April 5, 2013|website=Houston Dynamo|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref> On April 27, Dixon scored his first and only goal for Tampa Bay, against the [[Fort Lauderdale Strikers (2006–2016)|Fort Lauderdale Strikers]].<ref name=":0" /> Dixon saw limited game time in his three seasons in Houston and was waived after the 2013 season.<ref>{{cite web| url = http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2013/11/25/major-league-soccer-confirms-selection-order-ahead-annual-waiver-draft| url-status = dead| archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20131128063155/http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2013/11/25/major-league-soccer-confirms-selection-order-ahead-annual-waiver-draft| archive-date = 2013-11-28| title = Major League Soccer issues player list and selection order ahead of annual Waiver Draft {{!}} MLSsoccer.com}}</ref>


===Rochester Rhinos===
===Rochester Rhinos===
Dixon signed with [[Rochester Rhinos]] at the beginning of the 2014 season.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.rhinossoccer.com/news_article/show/634434-the-2014-rhinos-roster-expands-by-five|title=The 2014 Rhinos Roster Expands by Five|last=rhinoadmin|date=2014-03-21|website=Rochester Rhinos|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> He made his Rhinos debut on April 5 against [[Orlando City SC (2010–2014)|Orlando City]].<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/players/alex-dixon/132879/matches/|title=USA - A. Dixon - Profile with news, career statistics and history - Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports/soccer/2014/04/04/rochester-rhinos-open-season-orlando/7330099/|title=Rochester Rhinos open season in Orlando|website=Rochester Democrat and Chronicle|language=en|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Dixon scored his first goal for Rochester on May 2, 2014 in a 1–1 draw with the [[Richmond Kickers]].<ref name=":1" /> On May 17, Dixon scored the winning goal in a 1–0 over the [[Pittsburgh Riverhounds]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.rhinossoccer.com/news_article/show/634053-rhinos-run-unbeaten-streak-to-seven|title=Rhinos Run Unbeaten Streak to Seven|last=rhinoadmin|date=2014-05-17|website=Rochester Rhinos|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Dixon helped the Rhinos qualify for the 2014 USL Playoffs. In their first match, he got an assist, but the Rhinos lost 2–1 to [[LA Galaxy II]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.lagalaxy.com/post/2014/09/13/la-galaxy-ii-defeat-rochester-rhinos-usl-pro-playoff-quarterfinal-match|title=LA Galaxy II defeat Rochester Rhinos in USL PRO Playoff quarterfinal match|date=September 13, 2014|website=lagalaxy.com|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref>
Dixon signed with [[Rochester Rhinos]] at the beginning of the 2014 season.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.rhinossoccer.com/news_article/show/634434-the-2014-rhinos-roster-expands-by-five|title=The 2014 Rhinos Roster Expands by Five|last=rhinoadmin|date=2014-03-21|website=Rochester Rhinos|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> He made his Rhinos debut on April 5 against [[Orlando City SC (2010–2014)|Orlando City]].<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/players/alex-dixon/132879/matches/|title=USA - A. Dixon - Profile with news, career statistics and history - Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports/soccer/2014/04/04/rochester-rhinos-open-season-orlando/7330099/|title=Rochester Rhinos open season in Orlando|website=Rochester Democrat and Chronicle|language=en|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Dixon scored his first goal for Rochester on May 2, 2014, in a 1–1 draw with the [[Richmond Kickers]].<ref name=":1" /> On May 17, Dixon scored the winning goal in a 1–0 over the [[Pittsburgh Riverhounds]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.rhinossoccer.com/news_article/show/634053-rhinos-run-unbeaten-streak-to-seven|title=Rhinos Run Unbeaten Streak to Seven|last=rhinoadmin|date=2014-05-17|website=Rochester Rhinos|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Dixon helped the Rhinos qualify for the 2014 USL Playoffs. In their first match, he got an assist, but the Rhinos lost 2–1 to [[LA Galaxy II]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.lagalaxy.com/post/2014/09/13/la-galaxy-ii-defeat-rochester-rhinos-usl-pro-playoff-quarterfinal-match|title=LA Galaxy II defeat Rochester Rhinos in USL PRO Playoff quarterfinal match|date=September 13, 2014|website=lagalaxy.com|access-date=April 13, 2019}}</ref>


Dixon got off to a hot start in the 2015 season, scoring 3 times in the first 6 games. The first came on April 4 as he scored the winning goal to give the Rhinos a 2–1 over Pittsburgh.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/matches/2015/04/05/united-states/mls-reserve-league/pittsburgh-riverhounds/rochester-raging-rhinos/2001170/|title=Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs. Rochester Rhinos - 5 April 2015 - Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> The next goal for Dixon came on April 16 to rescue a draw against [[Louisville City FC|Louisville City]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/matches/2015/04/17/united-states/mls-reserve-league/louisville-city/rochester-raging-rhinos/2001186/|title=Louisville City vs. Rochester Rhinos - 17 April 2015 - Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Then on April 26, Dixon scored another game winner, this time against [[New York Red Bulls II]], to give Rochester a 2–0 win.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.uslchampionship.com/news_article/show/622260-rhinos-extend-unbeaten-streak-to-six-blank-nyrbii|title=Rhinos Extend Unbeaten Streak to Six, Blank NYRBII|last=admin|first=usl|date=2015-04-26|website=USL Championship|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Although Dixon failed to score the rest of the season for Rochester, he still made an impact in other ways, such as picking up 2 assists, drawing fouls in dangerous areas, and using his pace and positioning to create opportunities for the other forwards.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thebentmusket.com/2015/12/23/10655144/rochester-rhinos-free-agents-leaving-brandon-miller-alex-dixon-pat-mcmahon-usl-2016|title=Miller, Dixon, and McMahon leave the Rhinos|last=Doherty|first=Brendan|date=2015-12-23|website=The Bent Musket|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Dixon helped Rochester win their first ever USL Regular Season title in club history, topping the table by 13 points.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.rhinossoccer.com/news_article/show/633458-rochester-rhinos-capture-2015-usl-championship|title=Rochester Rhinos Capture 2015 USL Championship|last=rhinoadmin|date=2015-10-19|website=Rochester Rhinos|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Dixon started all three of the Rhinos' playoffs games as they went on to win the playoffs as well.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=http://www.nasl.com/roster/alex-dixon|title=Players {{!}} NASL|website=www.nasl.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref>
Dixon got off to a hot start in the 2015 season, scoring 3 times in the first 6 games. The first came on April 4 as he scored the winning goal to give the Rhinos a 2–1 over Pittsburgh.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/matches/2015/04/05/united-states/mls-reserve-league/pittsburgh-riverhounds/rochester-raging-rhinos/2001170/|title=Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs. Rochester Rhinos - 5 April 2015 - Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> The next goal for Dixon came on April 16 to rescue a draw against [[Louisville City FC|Louisville City]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/matches/2015/04/17/united-states/mls-reserve-league/louisville-city/rochester-raging-rhinos/2001186/|title=Louisville City vs. Rochester Rhinos - 17 April 2015 - Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Then on April 26, Dixon scored another game winner, this time against [[New York Red Bulls II]], to give Rochester a 2–0 win.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.uslchampionship.com/news_article/show/622260-rhinos-extend-unbeaten-streak-to-six-blank-nyrbii|title=Rhinos Extend Unbeaten Streak to Six, Blank NYRBII|last=admin|first=usl|date=2015-04-26|website=USL Championship|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Although Dixon failed to score the rest of the season for Rochester, he still made an impact in other ways, such as picking up 2 assists, drawing fouls in dangerous areas, and using his pace and positioning to create opportunities for the other forwards.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thebentmusket.com/2015/12/23/10655144/rochester-rhinos-free-agents-leaving-brandon-miller-alex-dixon-pat-mcmahon-usl-2016|title=Miller, Dixon, and McMahon leave the Rhinos|last=Doherty|first=Brendan|date=2015-12-23|website=The Bent Musket|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Dixon helped Rochester win their first ever USL Regular Season title in club history, topping the table by 13 points.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.rhinossoccer.com/news_article/show/633458-rochester-rhinos-capture-2015-usl-championship|title=Rochester Rhinos Capture 2015 USL Championship|last=rhinoadmin|date=2015-10-19|website=Rochester Rhinos|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> Dixon started all three of the Rhinos' playoffs games as they went on to win the playoffs as well.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=http://www.nasl.com/roster/alex-dixon|title=Players {{!}} NASL|website=www.nasl.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref>


===Jacksonville Armada===
===Jacksonville Armada===
On December 16, 2015, Dixon signed with [[Jacksonville Armada FC]] of the [[North American Soccer League (2011–2017)|North American Soccer League]] ahead of the 2016 season.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.jacksonvillearmada.com/news/2015/12/16/armada-fc-signs-2015-usl-champion-forward-alex-dixon|title=Armada FC Signs 2015 USL Champion Forward Alex Dixon|website=www.jacksonvillearmada.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> He made his Armada debut on April 10, 2016 in a 2–0 defeat to the [[New York Cosmos (2010)|New York Cosmos]].<ref name=":2" /> On June 1, Jacksonville was tied in extra time until the 108th minute when Dixon backheeled a pass to [[Alhassane Keita]] who put it in the net to give the Armada a 2–1 win over the [[Charleston Battery]] in the US Open Cup.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ussoccer.com/lamar-hunt-us-open-cup/open-cup-tournaments/2016-usoc/third-round/160601-usoc-third-round-charleston-battery-at-jacksonville-armada|title=Charleston Battery at Jacksonville Armada FC - 2016 U.S. Open Cup - Third Round - 7 p.m. ET - Southern Oak Stadium (Jacksonville Univ.); Jacksonville, Fla.|website=www.ussoccer.com|language=en|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> On July 9, Dixon scored one and assisted on another goal as Jacksonville beat [[Puerto Rico FC]] 2–1,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.jacksonvillearmada.com/news/2016/07/09/recap-armada-moves-to-2nd-place-with-2-1-win-over-puerto-rico-fc|title=RECAP: Armada Moves to 2nd Place With 2-1 Win Over Puerto Rico FC|website=www.jacksonvillearmada.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> giving Dixon his first goal with the Armada.<ref name=":1" /> Dixon scored his second goal for Jacksonville on October 19 as he helped the Armada defeat [[Miami FC]] 3–2.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/matches/2016/10/20/united-states/nasl/jacksonville/usa-miami-fc/2189343/|title=Jacksonville Armada vs. Miami FC - 20 October 2016 - Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref>
On December 16, 2015, Dixon signed with [[Jacksonville Armada FC]] of the [[North American Soccer League (2011–2017)|North American Soccer League]] ahead of the 2016 season.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.jacksonvillearmada.com/news/2015/12/16/armada-fc-signs-2015-usl-champion-forward-alex-dixon|title=Armada FC Signs 2015 USL Champion Forward Alex Dixon|website=www.jacksonvillearmada.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> He made his Armada debut on April 10, 2016, in a 2–0 defeat to the [[New York Cosmos (2010)|New York Cosmos]].<ref name=":2" /> On June 1, Jacksonville was tied in extra time until the 108th minute when Dixon backheeled a pass to [[Alhassane Keita]] who put it in the net to give the Armada a 2–1 win over the [[Charleston Battery]] in the US Open Cup.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ussoccer.com/lamar-hunt-us-open-cup/open-cup-tournaments/2016-usoc/third-round/160601-usoc-third-round-charleston-battery-at-jacksonville-armada|title=Charleston Battery at Jacksonville Armada FC - 2016 U.S. Open Cup - Third Round - 7 p.m. ET - Southern Oak Stadium (Jacksonville Univ.); Jacksonville, Fla.|website=www.ussoccer.com|language=en|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> On July 9, Dixon scored one and assisted on another goal as Jacksonville beat [[Puerto Rico FC]] 2–1,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.jacksonvillearmada.com/news/2016/07/09/recap-armada-moves-to-2nd-place-with-2-1-win-over-puerto-rico-fc|title=RECAP: Armada Moves to 2nd Place With 2-1 Win Over Puerto Rico FC|website=www.jacksonvillearmada.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref> giving Dixon his first goal with the Armada.<ref name=":1" /> Dixon scored his second goal for Jacksonville on October 19 as he helped the Armada defeat [[Miami FC]] 3–2.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/matches/2016/10/20/united-states/nasl/jacksonville/usa-miami-fc/2189343/|title=Jacksonville Armada vs. Miami FC - 20 October 2016 - Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com|access-date=2019-04-14}}</ref>


===Oklahoma City Energy===
===Oklahoma City Energy===
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===Hartford Athletic===
===Hartford Athletic===
On December 18, 2018, Dixon joined [[Hartford Athletic]] ahead of their inaugural 2019 season.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.uslchampionship.com/news_article/show/978400-athletic-announces-first-three-signings-in-club-history|title=Athletic Announces First Three Signings in Club History|author=USLChampionship com Staff|date=2018-12-18|website=USL Championship|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-15}}</ref> Dixon made his Hartford debut on March 9, 2019 in a 2–0 loss to [[Atlanta United 2]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hartfordathletic.com/news_article/show/1002796-hartford-athletic-falls-to-atlanta-united-2-2-0|title=Hartford Athletic Falls to Atlanta United 2, 2-0|last=Athletic|first=Hartford|date=2019-03-09|website=Hartford Athletic {{!}} Connecticut's Only Professional Soccer Team|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-06}}</ref> He scored his first goal for Hartford on April 27, however they would lose 4–1 to [[North Carolina FC]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hartfordathletic.com/news_article/show/1016306-recap-athletic-fall-to-ncfc|title=RECAP: Athletic Fall to NCFC|last=Athletic|first=Hartford|date=2019-04-27|website=Hartford Athletic {{!}} Connecticut's Only Professional Soccer Team|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-28}}</ref> Dixon got his first assist for Hartford on May 10 in a 1–2 loss to [[Memphis 901 FC|Memphis 901]]. He picked up his second goal for Hartford on July 17 in a 4–3 loss to Swope Park Rangers.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://fbref.com/en/players/d19fed25/matchlogs/2019/Alex-Dixon|title=Alex Dixon 2019 Match Logs|website=FBref.com|language=en|access-date=2019-07-26}}</ref> On September 7, Dixon scored twice in a 5–1 win over [[Loudoun United FC|Loudoun United]] and was subsequently named to the USLC Team of the Weak. He finished the season with 5 goals, tied for 3rd most on the team, and with 4 assists, tied for the most on the team.<ref name=":6">{{Cite web|url=https://www.hartfordathletic.com/news_article/show/1060914-hartford-athletic-welcomes-back-four-players-for-2020-season|title=Hartford Athletic Welcomes Back Four Players For 2020 Season|last=Athletic|first=Hartford|date=2019-10-30|website=Hartford Athletic {{!}} Connecticut's Only Professional Soccer Team|language=en-us|access-date=2019-12-19}}</ref> it was a poor league campaign for Hartford as a team, finishing 2nd to last in the Eastern Conference.<ref>{{Cite web|title=2019 USL Championship Stats|url=https://fbref.com/en/comps/73/2799/2019-USL-Championship-Stats|access-date=2020-11-16|website=FBref.com|language=en}}</ref>
On December 18, 2018, Dixon joined [[Hartford Athletic]] ahead of their inaugural 2019 season.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.uslchampionship.com/news_article/show/978400-athletic-announces-first-three-signings-in-club-history|title=Athletic Announces First Three Signings in Club History|author=USLChampionship com Staff|date=2018-12-18|website=USL Championship|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-15}}</ref> Dixon made his Hartford debut on March 9, 2019, in a 2–0 loss to [[Atlanta United 2]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hartfordathletic.com/news_article/show/1002796-hartford-athletic-falls-to-atlanta-united-2-2-0|title=Hartford Athletic Falls to Atlanta United 2, 2-0|last=Athletic|first=Hartford|date=2019-03-09|website=Hartford Athletic {{!}} Connecticut's Only Professional Soccer Team|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-06}}</ref> He scored his first goal for Hartford on April 27, however they would lose 4–1 to [[North Carolina FC]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hartfordathletic.com/news_article/show/1016306-recap-athletic-fall-to-ncfc|title=RECAP: Athletic Fall to NCFC|last=Athletic|first=Hartford|date=2019-04-27|website=Hartford Athletic {{!}} Connecticut's Only Professional Soccer Team|language=en-us|access-date=2019-04-28}}</ref> Dixon got his first assist for Hartford on May 10 in a 1–2 loss to [[Memphis 901 FC|Memphis 901]]. He picked up his second goal for Hartford on July 17 in a 4–3 loss to Swope Park Rangers.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://fbref.com/en/players/d19fed25/matchlogs/2019/Alex-Dixon|title=Alex Dixon 2019 Match Logs|website=FBref.com|language=en|access-date=2019-07-26}}</ref> On September 7, Dixon scored twice in a 5–1 win over [[Loudoun United FC|Loudoun United]] and was subsequently named to the USLC Team of the Weak. He finished the season with 5 goals, tied for 3rd most on the team, and with 4 assists, tied for the most on the team.<ref name=":6">{{Cite web|url=https://www.hartfordathletic.com/news_article/show/1060914-hartford-athletic-welcomes-back-four-players-for-2020-season|title=Hartford Athletic Welcomes Back Four Players For 2020 Season|last=Athletic|first=Hartford|date=2019-10-30|website=Hartford Athletic {{!}} Connecticut's Only Professional Soccer Team|language=en-us|access-date=2019-12-19}}</ref> it was a poor league campaign for Hartford as a team, finishing 2nd to last in the Eastern Conference.<ref>{{Cite web|title=2019 USL Championship Stats|url=https://fbref.com/en/comps/73/2799/2019-USL-Championship-Stats|access-date=2020-11-16|website=FBref.com|language=en}}</ref>


On October 30, 2019, Dixon signed a contract with Hartford for the 2020 season.<ref name=":6" /> The start of Hartford's 2020 season was delayed due to the [[COVID-19 pandemic|COVID-19 Pandemic]] Dixon and Hartford opened their season on July 17 with a 1–0 win over [[New York Red Bulls II]]. Dixon scored his first goal of the season on July 29 in a 4–1 loss to [[Indy Eleven]]. On August 2 he scored once to help Hartford defeat Red Bulls II 2–1. In Hartford's next match, Dixon scored in the 89th minute to earn a 2–2 draw with [[Loudoun United FC|Loudoun United]]. On September 16, Dixon scored to help Hartford top Red Bulls II 3–0. He scored twice on September 20 as Hartford defeated [[Philadelphia Union II]] 3–0.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web|title=Alex Dixon 2020 Match Logs|url=https://fbref.com/en/players/d19fed25/matchlogs/2020/summary/Alex-Dixon-Match-Logs|access-date=2020-11-16|website=FBref.com|language=en}}</ref> His performance saw him named to the USL Championship Team of the Week.<ref>{{Cite web|date=September 22, 2020|title=USL Championship Team of the Week – Week 13|url=https://www.uslchampionship.com/news_article/show/1124021|access-date=November 16, 2020|website=USL Championship}}</ref> Dixon ended the regular season with 6 goals from 15 appearances, out of a possible 16, to help Hartford 2nd in the Eastern Conference and qualify for the playoffs.<ref name=":7" /><ref>{{Cite web|title=USL Championship Stats|url=https://fbref.com/en/comps/73/USL-Championship-Stats|access-date=2020-11-16|website=FBref.com|language=en}}</ref> He would get the start in Hartford's first ever playoff game, but [[Saint Louis FC]] would win 1–0 on a goal in stoppage time.<ref name=":7" /> Following the season, Hartford fans voted Dixon the club's Offensive Player of the Year.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Hartford Athletic on Twitter|url=https://twitter.com/hfdathletic/status/1326576101443866624|access-date=2020-11-16|website=Twitter|language=en}}</ref>
On October 30, 2019, Dixon signed a contract with Hartford for the 2020 season.<ref name=":6" /> The start of Hartford's 2020 season was delayed due to the [[COVID-19 pandemic|COVID-19 Pandemic]] Dixon and Hartford opened their season on July 17 with a 1–0 win over [[New York Red Bulls II]]. Dixon scored his first goal of the season on July 29 in a 4–1 loss to [[Indy Eleven]]. On August 2 he scored once to help Hartford defeat Red Bulls II 2–1. In Hartford's next match, Dixon scored in the 89th minute to earn a 2–2 draw with [[Loudoun United FC|Loudoun United]]. On September 16, Dixon scored to help Hartford top Red Bulls II 3–0. He scored twice on September 20 as Hartford defeated [[Philadelphia Union II]] 3–0.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web|title=Alex Dixon 2020 Match Logs|url=https://fbref.com/en/players/d19fed25/matchlogs/2020/summary/Alex-Dixon-Match-Logs|access-date=2020-11-16|website=FBref.com|language=en}}</ref> His performance saw him named to the USL Championship Team of the Week.<ref>{{Cite web|date=September 22, 2020|title=USL Championship Team of the Week – Week 13|url=https://www.uslchampionship.com/news_article/show/1124021|access-date=November 16, 2020|website=USL Championship}}</ref> Dixon ended the regular season with 6 goals from 15 appearances, out of a possible 16, to help Hartford 2nd in the Eastern Conference and qualify for the playoffs.<ref name=":7" /><ref>{{Cite web|title=USL Championship Stats|url=https://fbref.com/en/comps/73/USL-Championship-Stats|access-date=2020-11-16|website=FBref.com|language=en}}</ref> He would get the start in Hartford's first ever playoff game, but [[Saint Louis FC]] would win 1–0 on a goal in stoppage time.<ref name=":7" /> Following the season, Hartford fans voted Dixon the club's Offensive Player of the Year.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Hartford Athletic on Twitter|url=https://twitter.com/hfdathletic/status/1326576101443866624|access-date=2020-11-16|website=Twitter|language=en}}</ref>
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===Monterey Bay FC===
===Monterey Bay FC===
On December 13, 2022, Monterey Bay FC announced the signing of Dixon to a two year deal.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.montereybayfc.com/news/2022/12/13/mbfc-signs-forward-alex-dixon/|title=Monterey Bay F.C. Signs Former Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC Forward Alex Dixon|website=montereybayfc.com|date=13 December 2022}}</ref>
On December 13, 2022, Monterey Bay FC announced the signing of Dixon to a two-year deal.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.montereybayfc.com/news/2022/12/13/mbfc-signs-forward-alex-dixon/|title=Monterey Bay F.C. Signs Former Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC Forward Alex Dixon|website=montereybayfc.com|date=13 December 2022}}</ref> During Monterey Bay's home opener against Hartford Athletic, Dixon scored a hat trick, contributing to the team's 5–3 victory over the visitors. This was the first hat trick of Dixon's career, and the first in Monterey Bay's club history. His first goal of the match was the fastest in the club's history at 91 seconds, his second was his 50th goal in USL Championship play, and the third goal was the club's first successfully converted penalty. The goal earned him USL Championship Player of the Week honors, yet another first for a player from the club.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dixon Earns USL Championship Team of the Week Honors in Week 1 |url=https://www.montereybayfc.com/news/2023/03/14/dixon-earns-team-of-the-week-1-honors/ |access-date=2023-03-17 |website=Monterey Bay Football Club {{!}} USL Championship |language=en-US}}</ref> Following the 2024 season, Monterey declined to pick up his contract option and he became a free agent.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.montereybayfc.com/news/2024/11/19/roster-decisions/|title=Monterey Bay Football Club Announces 2025 Roster Decisions}}</ref>


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Latest revision as of 14:47, 2 December 2024

This article is about the American footballer. For the American Blues musician, see Alex Dixon (blues).
Alex Dixon
Personal information
Full name Hugh Alexander Dixon
Date of birth (1990-02-07) February 7, 1990 (age 34)
Place of birth Bay City, Texas, United States
Height 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Position(s) Winger
Youth career
Texas Heat
Houston Texans
2007–2008 Houston Dynamo
College career
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2008–2010 North Carolina Tar Heels 61 (14)
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2010 Reading United 7 (2)
2011–2013 Houston Dynamo 13 (1)
2013 → Tampa Bay Rowdies (loan) 3 (1)
2014–2015 Rochester Rhinos 46 (6)
2016 Jacksonville Armada 15 (2)
2017–2018 Oklahoma City Energy 65 (18)
2019–2020 Hartford Athletic 42 (11)
2021–2022 Pittsburgh Riverhounds 64 (13)
2023–2024 Monterey Bay 32 (12)
International career‡
2007 United States U17 3 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 22, 2023
‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of June 19, 2012

Hugh Alexander Dixon (born February 7, 1990) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a winger.

College and amateur

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The first youth club Dixon played for was the Texas Heat. He then joined the Houston Texans youth soccer club.[1] He was a member of the United States U-17 residency program before returning to the Houston and joining the Houston Dynamo academy. He also trained with the Dynamo first team for a bit during the 2008 season. Dixon then spent three years at UNC Chapel Hill where he appeared regularly for the Tar Heels. North Carolina qualified for the NCAA College Cup during all three of Dixon's season there.[2]

Dixon also spent the 2010 season with Reading United in the USL Premier Development League.[3]

Club career

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Houston Dynamo

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Dixon was signed a Homegrown Player contract with the Houston Dynamo on January 19, 2011. Dixon was the fourth Homegrown Player in Dynamo history.[4] He made his professional debut on April 2, 2011, coming on as a second-half substitute for Will Bruin in a 1–1 draw with New York Red Bulls.[2] He scored his first goal with the Dynamo on August 20, 2011, with a goal in the 93rd minute to give Houston a 3–2 win over Real Salt Lake.[5]

On September 20, 2012, Dixon made his CONCACAF Champions League debut win he came on as a substitute in a 4–0 win over C.D. FAS.[2] However, Dixon only made 6 appearances across all competitions as he struggled to get game time.

On May 29, 2013, Dixon scored his first US Open Cup goal in a 2–0 win over FC Tucson.[2] However he saw limited playing time and was loaned to the Tampa Bay Rowdies.[6] On April 27, Dixon scored his first and only goal for Tampa Bay, against the Fort Lauderdale Strikers.[2] Dixon saw limited game time in his three seasons in Houston and was waived after the 2013 season.[7]

Rochester Rhinos

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Dixon signed with Rochester Rhinos at the beginning of the 2014 season.[8] He made his Rhinos debut on April 5 against Orlando City.[9][10] Dixon scored his first goal for Rochester on May 2, 2014, in a 1–1 draw with the Richmond Kickers.[9] On May 17, Dixon scored the winning goal in a 1–0 over the Pittsburgh Riverhounds.[11] Dixon helped the Rhinos qualify for the 2014 USL Playoffs. In their first match, he got an assist, but the Rhinos lost 2–1 to LA Galaxy II.[12]

Dixon got off to a hot start in the 2015 season, scoring 3 times in the first 6 games. The first came on April 4 as he scored the winning goal to give the Rhinos a 2–1 over Pittsburgh.[13] The next goal for Dixon came on April 16 to rescue a draw against Louisville City.[14] Then on April 26, Dixon scored another game winner, this time against New York Red Bulls II, to give Rochester a 2–0 win.[15] Although Dixon failed to score the rest of the season for Rochester, he still made an impact in other ways, such as picking up 2 assists, drawing fouls in dangerous areas, and using his pace and positioning to create opportunities for the other forwards.[16] Dixon helped Rochester win their first ever USL Regular Season title in club history, topping the table by 13 points.[17] Dixon started all three of the Rhinos' playoffs games as they went on to win the playoffs as well.[18]

Jacksonville Armada

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On December 16, 2015, Dixon signed with Jacksonville Armada FC of the North American Soccer League ahead of the 2016 season.[19] He made his Armada debut on April 10, 2016, in a 2–0 defeat to the New York Cosmos.[18] On June 1, Jacksonville was tied in extra time until the 108th minute when Dixon backheeled a pass to Alhassane Keita who put it in the net to give the Armada a 2–1 win over the Charleston Battery in the US Open Cup.[20] On July 9, Dixon scored one and assisted on another goal as Jacksonville beat Puerto Rico FC 2–1,[21] giving Dixon his first goal with the Armada.[9] Dixon scored his second goal for Jacksonville on October 19 as he helped the Armada defeat Miami FC 3–2.[22]

Oklahoma City Energy

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Dixon joined USL side Oklahoma City Energy on December 8, 2016.[23] He made his OKC debut on March 25 in a 3–1 loss to Swope Park Rangers.[9] In the Energy's next match, Dixon scored his first goal for OKC as they got a 1–1 draw with the Colorado Springs Switchbacks.[24] On May 17 Dixon scored twice as the Energy defeated Moreno Valley FC 5–1 in their second round match in the US Open Cup.[25] Dixon would score again in OKC's next match, this time in league play, on May 20 in a 1–0 win over Orange County SC.[26] On August 5, Dixon scored a brace as the Energy won 2–0 against Real Monarchs, who were at the top of the league table.[27] On October 8, Dixon had 2 assists to help give Oklahoma City a 4–1 over Swope Park. The victory also clinched the Energy's spot in the 2017 USL Playoffs.[28] Dixon and the Energy reached the conference finals, but lost 7–6 on penalties.[29] On the season, Dixon was 3rd in goals scored and minutes played for OKC.[30]

Dixon re-signed with the Energy on December 13, 2017.[31] The Energy and Dixon got off to a slow start in 2018, going 2-0-8 in their first 10 league games with Dixon failing to record a goal or assist during that span. Dixon picked up his first assist of the year on May 26 in a 1–1 draw with the Tulsa Roughnecks.[32] He would score his first goal of the season on June 2 in a 2–1 defeat to Reno 1868.[33] Dixon would find the back of the net again in OKC's next match, however they would once again lose 2–1, this time to Seattle Sounders 2.[34] On July 4, Dixon got an assist to help the Energy to a 1–1 draw with San Antonio FC.[35] He would stay hot in OKC's next match as he scored to help the Energy earn a 1–1 draw with Colorado Springs on July 7.[36] In Oklahoma City's next match, Dixon would lead them to a win over Las Vegas Lights FC, scoring twice and assisting on another to help the Energy earn a 6–4 win.[37] Dixon was named to the USL Team of the Week for his performance against Las Vegas.[38] On August 8, Dixon scored as the Energy beat Tulsa 3–0, giving them the season series in the Black Gold Derby.[39] He would score again in their next game to help OKC beat Real Monarchs 3–2.[40] On August 18, Dixon found the back of the net for the third straight game and also added an assist as OKC defeated Rio Grande Valley 4–2.[41] Dixon was once again named to the USL Team of the Week as a result of his good performances.[42] He would end the season in good form, scoring in 3 of the last 6 matches.[9] The Energy failed to qualify for the playoffs in 2018. However, Dixon enjoyed the most productive season of his career, his 34 appearances, 5 assists, and 11 goals were both career highs.[43] His 11 goals were also the most on the team.

Hartford Athletic

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On December 18, 2018, Dixon joined Hartford Athletic ahead of their inaugural 2019 season.[44] Dixon made his Hartford debut on March 9, 2019, in a 2–0 loss to Atlanta United 2.[45] He scored his first goal for Hartford on April 27, however they would lose 4–1 to North Carolina FC.[46] Dixon got his first assist for Hartford on May 10 in a 1–2 loss to Memphis 901. He picked up his second goal for Hartford on July 17 in a 4–3 loss to Swope Park Rangers.[47] On September 7, Dixon scored twice in a 5–1 win over Loudoun United and was subsequently named to the USLC Team of the Weak. He finished the season with 5 goals, tied for 3rd most on the team, and with 4 assists, tied for the most on the team.[48] it was a poor league campaign for Hartford as a team, finishing 2nd to last in the Eastern Conference.[49]

On October 30, 2019, Dixon signed a contract with Hartford for the 2020 season.[48] The start of Hartford's 2020 season was delayed due to the COVID-19 Pandemic Dixon and Hartford opened their season on July 17 with a 1–0 win over New York Red Bulls II. Dixon scored his first goal of the season on July 29 in a 4–1 loss to Indy Eleven. On August 2 he scored once to help Hartford defeat Red Bulls II 2–1. In Hartford's next match, Dixon scored in the 89th minute to earn a 2–2 draw with Loudoun United. On September 16, Dixon scored to help Hartford top Red Bulls II 3–0. He scored twice on September 20 as Hartford defeated Philadelphia Union II 3–0.[50] His performance saw him named to the USL Championship Team of the Week.[51] Dixon ended the regular season with 6 goals from 15 appearances, out of a possible 16, to help Hartford 2nd in the Eastern Conference and qualify for the playoffs.[50][52] He would get the start in Hartford's first ever playoff game, but Saint Louis FC would win 1–0 on a goal in stoppage time.[50] Following the season, Hartford fans voted Dixon the club's Offensive Player of the Year.[53]

Pittsburgh Riverhounds

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On January 8, 2021, Dixon signed a one-year contract with USL Championship side Pittsburgh Riverhounds.[54]

Monterey Bay FC

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On December 13, 2022, Monterey Bay FC announced the signing of Dixon to a two-year deal.[55] During Monterey Bay's home opener against Hartford Athletic, Dixon scored a hat trick, contributing to the team's 5–3 victory over the visitors. This was the first hat trick of Dixon's career, and the first in Monterey Bay's club history. His first goal of the match was the fastest in the club's history at 91 seconds, his second was his 50th goal in USL Championship play, and the third goal was the club's first successfully converted penalty. The goal earned him USL Championship Player of the Week honors, yet another first for a player from the club.[56] Following the 2024 season, Monterey declined to pick up his contract option and he became a free agent.[57]

Personal life

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Dixon has three brothers and one sister. He graduated from Atascocita High School. Dixon grew up in Humble, Texas.[2] He started to play soccer when he was 4.[1] Dixon grew up an Arsenal fan.[30] Dixon grew up admiring athletes such as Thierry Henry, Michael Jordan, and Allen Iverson.[2][30]

Career statistics

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As of November 16, 2020[58][59][60]
Club Season League Playoffs Cup Continental Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Reading United 2010[61] PDL 7 2 0 0 0 0 — 7 2
Houston Dynamo 2011 MLS 7 1 0 0 1 0 — 8 1
2012 4 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 6 0
2013 2 0 0 0 2 1 1 0 5 1
Total 13 1 0 0 4 1 2 0 19 2
Tampa Bay Rowdies (loan) 2013 NASL 3 1 — 0 0 — 3 1
Rochester Rhinos 2014 USL Pro 22 3 1 0 3 0 — 26 3
2015 USL 24 3 3 0 1 0 — 28 3
Total 46 6 4 0 4 0 0 0 54 6
Jacksonville Armada 2016 NASL 15 2 — 1 0 — 16 2
OKC Energy 2017 USL 31 7 2 0 3 2 — 36 9
2018 34 11 — 1 0 — 35 11
Total 65 18 2 0 4 2 0 0 71 20
Hartford Athletic 2019 USL Championship 27 5 — 1 0 — 28 5
2020 15 6 1 0 0 0 — 16 6
Total 42 11 1 0 1 0 0 0 44 11
Career total 191 41 7 0 14 3 2 0 214 44

Honors

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Reading United

  • USL PDL Mid Atlantic Division: 2010[62]
  • USL PDL Eastern Conference: 2010[62]

Rochester Rhinos

  • USL Playoffs: 2015
  • USL Regular Season: 2015

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