Xavier University Athletics
Samson Sergi Signs Professional Contract with New Mexico United
01.16.20 | Men's Soccer
Sergi finished his career with 29 goals, ranking tied for fourth in program history
CINCINNATI - Xavier men's soccer player Samson Sergi signed a professional contract with New Mexico United on Thursday. The senior forward recently wrapped up one of the most successful season's in program history.
The Ashburn, Va., native earned United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division I All-East Region Third Team honors last season and was named to the 2019 Academic All-America® Division I men's soccer team. He was named to the All-American Second Team.
Sergi earned All-BIG EAST First Team honors after scoring a conference-leading 10 goals this season. Sergi and Georgetown's Jacob Montes were the only two players in the BIG EAST who were unanimous selections.
Sergi finished his career with 29 goals, ranking tied for fourth in program history. He earned All-BIG EAST honors for the second time in as many seasons as he collected second-team honors in 2018.
New Mexico United, the state's first professional soccer franchise, brings the most popular sport in the world home to the Land of Enchantment. Fueled by a passion for community, New Mexico United's promise is to provide a platform that brings New Mexicans together for a unique sporting experience, celebrating the unity and excitement inherent in world-class soccer.
The United Soccer League (USL) is one of the most successful professional soccer leagues in the world, reaching a population of more than 84 million and fueling the growth of the game across North America. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, the USL provides unparalleled club support with a growing team of more than 50 professionals across 17 departments, ranging from operations to marketing, communications, and sponsorship.
The Ashburn, Va., native earned United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division I All-East Region Third Team honors last season and was named to the 2019 Academic All-America® Division I men's soccer team. He was named to the All-American Second Team.
Sergi earned All-BIG EAST First Team honors after scoring a conference-leading 10 goals this season. Sergi and Georgetown's Jacob Montes were the only two players in the BIG EAST who were unanimous selections.
Sergi finished his career with 29 goals, ranking tied for fourth in program history. He earned All-BIG EAST honors for the second time in as many seasons as he collected second-team honors in 2018.
The 20th rostered player for 2020 is... Sammy Sergi (@samsonserg_7), who just finished a stellar collegiate career at Xavier University!#NMUnited #SomosUnidos #WeAreUnited pic.twitter.com/xEizhD9qBg
— New Mexico United (@NewMexicoUTD) January 16, 2020
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ABOUT NEW MEXICO UNITED |
New Mexico United, the state's first professional soccer franchise, brings the most popular sport in the world home to the Land of Enchantment. Fueled by a passion for community, New Mexico United's promise is to provide a platform that brings New Mexicans together for a unique sporting experience, celebrating the unity and excitement inherent in world-class soccer.
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ABOUT USL |
The United Soccer League (USL) is one of the most successful professional soccer leagues in the world, reaching a population of more than 84 million and fueling the growth of the game across North America. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, the USL provides unparalleled club support with a growing team of more than 50 professionals across 17 departments, ranging from operations to marketing, communications, and sponsorship.
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