HARRISON, N.J. (April 16, 2021) - New York Red Bulls II have signed goalkeeper AJ Marcucci to a USL Championship contract pending federation and league approval, the club announced today.
Marcucci, 21, was a three-year starter at Connecticut College. He appeared in 54 matches and only allowed 27 goals.
“We are really excited to add AJ to the 2021 roster,” NYRB II Head Coach John Wolyniec said. “He is a determined player with a big personality, who continues to show that he can up his game.”
The West Chester, Pennsylvania native holds the school record for 25 clean sheets throughout his career. He was named to the NCAA All-America First Team both by United Soccer Coaches and D3soccer.com. Marcucci was named 2017 NESCAC Rookie of the Year and 2018 NESCAC Player of the Year.
“I feel very grateful to be joining this organization and I cannot wait to get started,” Marcucci said.
Marcucci was selected 67th overall by the New York Red Bulls in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft.
Transaction: New York Red Bulls II sign AJ Marcucci to a USL Championship contract pending federation and league approval on April 16, 2021.
AJ Marcucci
Position: Goalkeeper
Height: 6-3
Date of Birth: July 31, 1999
Place of Birth: West Chester, PA
