Simone Masi (born February 20, 2002) is a Canadian soccer player.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | February 20, 2002 | ||
| Place of birth | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | ||
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Defender | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Italian Canadian Sports Federation | |||
| Cliff Avenue United FC | |||
| Coquitlam Metro-Ford SC | |||
| Mountain United FC | |||
| 2019–2021 | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | ||
| College career | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2021 | Simon Fraser Athletics | 16 | (1) |
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2022–2023 | Whitecaps FC 2 | 26 | (1) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 21, 2023 | |||
Early life edit
Masi played youth soccer with the Italian Canadian Sports Federation, Cliff Avenue United FC, Coquitlam Metro-Ford SC, and Mountain United FC before joining the Vancouver Whitecaps Academy in August 2019.[1] In addition, he also played with the British Columbia provincial team.[1]
University career edit
In January 2021, he committed to attend Simon Fraser University and play for the men's soccer team, beginning in the fall.[2][3] On November 13, 2021, he scored his first university goal, in a victory over the Western Washington Vikings.[4] At the end of the season, he was named to the All-Great Northwest Athletic Conference First Team (being the only freshman named to the team), the D2 All-West Region Team, and was also named SFU's Freshman of the Year.[5][6][7]
Club career edit
In March 2022, Masi signed a professional contract with Whitecaps FC 2 in MLS Next Pro.[8][9] On March 26, 2022, he made his professional debut against Houston Dynamo 2.[10] On April 24, 2022, he scored his first professional goal in a victory over Sporting Kansas City II.[11] His contract expired after the 2023 season,[12] and he began playing at the senior amateur level with Columbus FC Vancouver in the Vancouver Metro Soccer League.[13]
References edit
- ^ a b McColl, Michael (March 19, 2022). "Whitecaps FC 2 are back – Get to know the new squad (Part Two)". Away from the Numbers.
- ^ "Simon Fraser Men's Soccer Adds two pieces". Simon Fraser Red Leafs. January 13, 2021.
- ^ "Simone Masi Simon Fraser profile". Simon Fraser Red Leafs.
- ^ Wong, Wilson (November 13, 2021). "SFU men's soccer seniors get super sendoff thanks to Connor Glennon's OT penalty kick". Simon Fraser Red Leafs.
- ^ "Cheng named GNAC Newcomer of Year, 7 All-Conference selections". Simon Fraser Red Leafs. November 16, 2021.
- ^ Frost, Steve (November 23, 2021). "Talisuna, Cheng and Masi named All-West Region". Simon Fraser Red Leafs.
- ^ Frost, Steve (April 7, 2022). "SFU's best and brightest celebrated at 2022 Athletics Awards". Simon Fraser Red Leafs.
- ^ "Five Whitecaps FC BMO Academy products signed to WFC2". Vancouver Whitecaps FC. March 14, 2022.
- ^ "Simone Masi signs with Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2". Simon Fraser Red Leafs. March 15, 2022.
- ^ Fossey, Maxim (March 26, 2022). "WFC2 open inaugural MLS NEXT Pro season with narrow 1-0 loss against Houston Dynamo 2". Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
- ^ Fossey, Maxim (April 24, 2022). "WFC2 capture second straight win with thrilling 4-1 victory over Sporting KC II at Swangard Stadium". Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
- ^ "Whitecaps FC roster updates from first team and WFC2". Vancouver Whitecaps FC. November 17, 2023.
- ^ McColl, Michael (December 8, 2023). "Rino's shock BB5 and top two draw as battle for VMSL Premier title heats up (with video highlights)". Away from the Numbers.
External links edit
- Simone Masi at Soccerway