Anthony Nixon
Cedar Stars Rush
License: USSF A, UEFA B, Advanced National, and FA Level 2 and 1 Licenses
“A successful season will see the club qualify for the playoffs while integrating youth players from our Academy into the USL League Two first team. Throughout the season, we will implement our playing style and club philosophy as we provide players with a pathway to professional soccer.”
Edson Buddle
Westchester Flames
License: USSF A License
“As a club, we're elated for the return of USL Two competition. Last year was challenging for everyone. Especially for players who aspire to play USL Two. Westchester Flames will create the best environment to maximize each player's potential and experience. Assembling a squad that can compete, win and play attractive soccer can really engage the local community. Also, grow the USL Two brand and serve as a place that gets you one step closer to your personal playing soccer goal. ”
Javier Velasco
Morris Elite SC
License: National B License, National A Senior License in progress
“We have a competitive team that plays attractive soccer that the fans will enjoy.”
Tom Bowen
Long Island Rough Riders
License: USSF D License
“Our goal as always is to be competing at the top end of the Metropolitan Division and competing for those playoff places. The unique set of challenges that will come with this particular season, coupled with the sheer number of strong teams within the division will make it a difficult task, but that’s what makes it exciting.”
Alan McClintock
FC Motown
License: UEFA B, USSF C, Advanced National (NSCAA now United Soccer Coaches) Licenses
“We are looking to compete and have a fun summer for all of our players and provide a great brand of soccer for the local community in Morris County NJ.”
Fernando Barboto
New Jersey Copa FC
License: USSF A License
“Our intention from day one has been to build a team that competes deep in the playoffs each year and provides a best in class experience for our players. We are confident that New Jersey Copa FC will achieve this in our inaugural USL League Two season.”
Samuel Castellanos
New York Red Bulls U23
License: USSF A License
“We have put together a young, exciting group for this upcoming season. It will be a mix of former and present academy players so there will be a familiarity that we think will give us an edge over the competition.”
License: USSF A License
“Manhattan SC is looking forward to the summer 2021 season. With the new conference alignment, our players will be challenged with a competitive schedule against some great long standing and exciting new clubs in our area. After the 2020 hiatus, our community is looking forward to supporting our team. Everyone at Manhattan Soccer Club missed USL League Two last summer and New York City is ready to go for this summer.”
License: USSF B License
“We have a very solid group that features a mix of experienced international players and home grown youth products. We want to make an impact and are aiming for a top 3 finish and a play-off spot. We have the quality to do so.”