Jim Rooney (born September 9, 1968) is an American former professional soccer player who played as both a midfielder and a striker.[1] He is currently the head coach of National Premier Soccer League team Boca Raton FC.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | September 9, 1968 | ||
| Place of birth | The Bronx, New York, United States | ||
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder / Striker | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Boca Raton FC (Head Coach) | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1987–1988 | Fordham University | ||
| 1993 | C.W. Post | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1994–1997 | Long Island Rough Riders | 44 | (11) |
| 1998–1999 | MetroStars | 29 | (8) |
| 1998 | → Staten Island Vipers (loan) | 2 | (1) |
| 1999–2001 | Miami Fusion | 67 | (12) |
| 2002 | New England Revolution | 20 | (1) |
| 2004 | Long Island Rough Riders | 9 | (1) |
| Total | 169 | (33) | |
| Managerial career | |||
| 2011 | Fort Lauderdale Strikers (assistant) | ||
| 2012 | United States U-17 (assistant) | ||
| 2017– | Boca Raton FC | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Early life edit
Jim Rooney was born in The Bronx, New York City.[1]
Playing career edit
College edit
Rooney played college soccer at Fordham University and C.W. Post. At C.W. Post, he played with the Pioneers. He currently holds the school's record for most goals in a single season: 21.[2]
Professional edit
Rooney began his professional career in 1994 with the Long Island Rough Riders. he later played in Major League Soccer for the MetroStars, the Miami Fusion and the New England Revolution, making a total of 116 appearances.[3] Rooney then returned to the Long Island Rough Riders in June 2004.[4][5] In 1998, he scored a goal on loan from the MetroStars to the Staten Island Vipers.[6][7]
Coaching career edit
Rooney was hired as assistant coach for Fort Lauderdale Strikers of the North American Soccer League on February 4, 2011.[8] In February 2012, it was announced that Rooney would be joining the staff of Richie Williams and the United States men's national under-17 soccer team.
In January, 2016, Rooney was hired as Assistant Coach for the Jacksonville Armada FC of the North American Soccer League under Head Coach Tony Meola.
In January 2017,Boca Raton FC announced the hiring of Jim Rooney. Rooney will lead Boca Raton FC during the 2018 season.
References edit
- ^ a b "Jim Rooney profile". Metro Fanatic. Retrieved July 24, 2009.
- ^ "What Ever Happened To: Jim Rooney". Major League Soccer. Retrieved April 6, 2011.
- ^ "All-Time MLS Player Register". Major League Soccer. Archived from the original on February 7, 2009. Retrieved July 24, 2009.
- ^ "Rough Riders add Rooney, Espinosa". United Soccer Leagues. June 24, 2004. Archived from the original on August 8, 2007. Retrieved July 24, 2009.
- ^ Long Island Rough Riders All Time Stats Archived February 25, 2012, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Transactions: JULY 29, 1998
- ^ A-League 1998 Season
- ^ "Strikers Hire Former Fusion Star Jim Rooney". February 4, 2011.
http://www.bocaratonfc.com/jim-rooney-tapped-as-boca-raton-fc-head-coach/
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