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Connor Antley | #2Position: DFHeight: 6’0”Weight: 174 lbs.DOB: 03/22/1995Birthplace: Sharpsburg, GeorgiaAcquired: 11/21/19Previous club: South Georgia Tormenta FC (USL League One)Antley made 26 starts for USL League One’s South Georgia Tormenta FC, earning the USL League One’s Defender of the Year award. The 24-year-old enters his first season with Indy Eleven after an exciting season with Tormenta FC, in which he recorded six goals, six assists and 34 chances created. The athletic defender showed his skills with 49 interceptions, which finished tied for third among USL League One defenders. Before Indy Eleven: A graduate of Mercer University, Antley led the Bears to two Southern Conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances, along with being named to the conference’s All-League First Team twice. A former member of the Sounders FC U23, the affiliate of MLS squad Seattle Sounders, Antley moved to USL League Two’s South Georgia Tormenta FC squad before his recent Defender of the Year season with the USL League One team.Personal: Served as team captain for Mercer…. Married to wife Hannah with a baby on the way Pronunciation: ANT-leeAyoze | #7Position: DFHeight: 5’7”Weight: 151 lbs.DOB: 11/22/1985Birthplace: Puerto de la Cruz, SpainAcquired: 02/06/18Previous club: New York Cosmos (NASL)After earning a USL Championship All-League Second Team accolade in his first season with Indy Eleven, Ayoze continued his all-around stellar play with Indiana’s Team in 2019. Ayoze notched three goals and five assists in 31 starts, playing the third most minutes (2,839) among his teammates. Ayoze was at his best when setting up his teammates, finishing fifth in the league on chances created (87) and earned a Team of the Week nod in Week Four for his playmaking efforts.Ayoze | DF | #7BHT: 5’7” WGHT: 151 LBS DOB: 11/22/85Birthplace: Puerto de la Cruz, Spain Acquired: 2/06/18 | New York Cosmos (NASL)Ayoze signed with Indy Eleven in February 2018 after parting ways with New York Cosmos. In his first season with the Boys in Blue in 2018, the veteran left-sided maestro made 29 appearances in the starting lineup for his new club, subbing off only once on his way to scoring four goals and creating eight assists. In addition to being an excellent playmaker, Ayoze excelled at ball movement, having completed an average of 79% of his passes. His 2018 performance was enough to earn him 2018 USL All-League Second Team honors. Before Indy Eleven: Ayoze began his youth career with CD Tenerife B in his native Spain, where he made 50 appearances and scored eight goals before being promoted to the senior squad in 2003. His seven-year career with Tenerife saw the Spaniard score 19 goals in 162 appearances. In 2010, Ayoze moved to another Spanish club, Sporting Gijon, before coming stateside in 2013 to join the then-NASL’s New York Cosmos, where he made 121 appearances, scored eight goals and helped the squad to three Soccer Bowl championships (2013, 2015 & 2016)Pronunciation: EYE-YO-ZAYPaddy Barrett | #29Position: DFHeight: 6’0”Weight: 198 lbs.DOB: 07/22/1993Birthplace: Waterford, IrelandAcquired: 12/05/18Previous club: FC Cincinnati (USL Championship)After making his debut for the club in last year’s season opener, Barrett showed throughout the season why he will be a defensive fixture for years to come, starting in all 31 games he appeared in. Leading the team in clearances with 115, Barrett did everything possible to limit opposing team’s goals, adding to his clearances with 57 tackles and 34 interceptions. Barrett also produced on the offensive side, with three assists and a goal. Before Indy Eleven: Barrett began his professional playing career with Scottish side Dundee United FC before being loaned to his hometown club Waterford FC in 2014. Most recently, Barrett spent three years with League of Ireland Premier Division powerhouse Dundalk FC, where he competed in a UEFA Europa League playoff match and Champions League qualifiers during his three-season stay before heading back to Waterford on loan. Barrett ventured stateside in 2018 after being signed by FC Cincinnati, going on to tally 83 clearances, 34 interceptions and a single goal in his 16 appearances.Personal: Already living like an Indy local in one way – he loves Graeter’s Ice Cream … Is a massive supporter of English Premier League club Liverpool FC … Is the youngest of 11 kids.Pronunciation: BARR-ETHolden Brown | #18Position: GKHeight: 6’5”Weight: 181 lbs.DOB: 12/10/2001Birthplace: Zionsville, IndianaAcquired: 07/26/19Previous club: Indiana Fire Academy (USSDA)A USL Academy signing, Brown served as the primary back-up goalkeeper behind Jordan Farr when regular starter Evan Newton was injured. Brown was also a member of the squad’s 18-man gameday roster in the final six games. Brown will spend the first half of the USL Championship season before attending the University of Virginia in the fall.Before Indy Eleven: In his three seasons with Zionsville High School, Brown has made 68 saves and tallied 17 shut outs in 31 varsity appearances. In 2018, Brown signed with the Indiana Fire Academy, starting in eight of his 12 appearances for the Academy’s Under-18/19 squad.Personal: Andrew Carleton | #30Position: FWHeight: 5’8”Weight: 150 lbs.DOB: 06/22/2000Birthplace: Powder Springs, GeorgiaAcquired: 01/24/20Previous club: Atlanta United FC (MLS)Andrew Carleton joins Indy Eleven from Major League Soccer’s Atlanta United FC, spending the past three seasons in the Atlanta United organization. Carleton made 11 first-team appearances over his three seasons with Atlanta, starting twice and notching one assist. Carleton was also a member of the U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team that took part in the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup in India, scoring twice to go along with three assists in five games. Before Indy Eleven: Signed as a homegrown player to Atlanta United FC, Carleton experienced time in the USL Championship with the Charleston Battery, notching an assist over his four-game stint. Carleton spent most of his time over the next two seasons with Atlanta United 2, notching seven goals and four assists over his 29 games, including a game-winner against Indy Eleven last year. Personal: Has two brothers and two sisters who all also play soccerPronunciation: CARL-tonDrew Conner | #6Position: MFHeight: 5’11”Weight: 165 lbs.DOB: 02/18/1994Birthplace: Cary, IllinoisAcquired: 08/12/2019Previous club: 1. SC Znojmo FK (Czech Republic/2)After joining Indy Eleven on August 12, 2019, Connor made an immediate impact for the Boys in Blue. Making 14 starts for the squad, Connor tallied two goals and one assist. Along with producing on the offensive side of the ball, Connor also finished with 15 interceptions and 19 tackles, showing his versatility.Before Indy Eleven: Before coming over to Indy Eleven from Czech Republic third division club 1. SC Znojmo, Connor began his professional career as a homegrown signing with Major League Soccer’s Chicago Fire SC in 2016. Connor appeared in 32 matches with the Fire (13 starts) from 2016-2018, notching one assist. Connor was a four-year starter for the Wisconsin Badgers, finishing his four-year career with the Badgers with six goals and 12 assists, along with Big Ten All-Freshman and All-Big Ten Second Team nominations in 2012 and 2013 respectively. Personal: Yeferson Contreras | #24Position: FWHeight: 5’10”Weight: DOB: 08/10/1999Birthplace: Cúcuta, ColumbiaAcquired: Previous club: CD América de Cali (Colombia/1)Before Indy Eleven: Personal: Pronunciation: YEFF-er-son con-TRAIR-asJordan Farr | #0Position: GKHeight: 6’1”Weight: 182 lbs. DOB: 10/05/1994Birthplace: Salem, OregonAcquired: 02/02/2018Previous club: Corban University (NAIA)After missing most of 2018 recovering from a shoulder injury, Farr experienced his first professional minutes with Indy Eleven in 2019. Starting in 10 games, Farr was extremely efficient, posting five clean sheets to go along with an 80 percent save rate. Farr will be looking to improve on his fantastic first season with Indiana’s Team in 2020.Before Indy Eleven: In addition to spending his collegiate career with Corban University, Farr earned minutes with Portland Timbers U-23 of USL League Two before joining Indy Eleven. Farr was a standout ‘keeper for the 2016 Corban University Warriors team that advanced to the NAIA National Tournament Round of 16 for the first time in program history. He ranks second in all-time NAIA career shutouts (44) and career goals-against-average (0.74).Personal: Is a supporter of English Premier League superclub Manchester United … A devoted watcher of “The Office” … Is Co-owner/Manager/DJ of Farr Better Entertainment, a DJ/emcee service based out of Portland, OR. Pronunciation: FARKyle Folds | #26Position: MFHeight: 6’2”Weight: 205 lbs. DOB: 04/15/2002Birthplace: Berea, OhioAcquired: 01/17/2020Previous club: Indiana Fire Academy (USSDA)Joining Indy Eleven along with goalkeeper Holden Brown and midfielder Emerson Nieto, Kyle Folds will join the team for 2020 as a USL Academy signing before heading to Bloomington to play with Indiana University during the summer. The midfielder will look to earn minutes for Indiana’s team, along with continuing to develop for his career with the Hoosiers. Before Indy Eleven: A member of the Cleveland-based St. Ignatius High School, which was named as the “Team of the Decade” for high school boys’ soccer by , Folds was a three-year starter and a key part of the team’s state title win during his senior season. While playing for the Indiana Fire Academy, Folds scored three goals in four games.Personal: Will be studying business at Indiana University Tyler Gibson | #4Position: MFHeight: 5’8”Weight: 150 lbs. DOB: 01/12/1991Birthplace: Knoxville, TennesseeAcquired: 12/05/2018Previous club: FC Cincinnati (USL Championship)Coming over from FC Cincinnati with teammates Evan Newton, Paddy Barrett and Kenney Walker near the end of 2018, Gibson made the most of his 2019 season with Indy Eleven. Starting in 37 matches, Gibson led the team in minutes played (3,354) and interceptions (42). Gibson also produced on the offensive side of the ball with a goal and two assists. Gibson was extremely efficient passing the ball, leading the entire USL Championship league in passes with 2,174.Before Indy Eleven: Gibson made nine total appearances for FC Cincinnati near the end of 2018 after suffering a broken leg during preseason training. After making his first USL Championship appearance against Nashville SC that August 4, the Tennessean completed over 80-percent of his passes and won three-fourths of his tackles. Gibson spent the previous three seasons in the NASL with San Antonio Scorpions (2015), Rayo OKC (2016) and San Francisco Deltas – helping the latter to that year’s Soccer Bowl title. Before his career as a professional, Gibson was a four-year starter for UNC-Charlotte, earning Atlantic 10 Midfielder and Freshmen of the Year (2010) honors. Gibson continued to shine during his undergrad years, earning All-Atlantic 10 Conference First Team selections his first three years and a similar All-Conference USA nod following his 2013 senior season.Personal: Every senior side Gibson has played for has folded or changed leagues after one year with the club … Spent the 2018-2019 offseason in Ethiopia and Kenya hosting coaching clinics … A supporter of La Liga giant FC Barcelona … Favorite junk food is French fries. Pronunciation: GIB-SUNNeveal Hackshaw | #15Position: DF Height: 6’1”Weight: 175 lbs. DOB: 09/21/1995Birthplace: La Horquetta, Arima, TrinidadAcquired: 12/13/2018Previous club: Charleston Battery (USL Championship)A Trinidad and Tobago native, Hackshaw gave Indy Eleven fans quite the first impression, scoring in his debut on March 9 at Saint Louis FC. Hackshaw made 30 starts during his first year with the club, finishing fifth on the team in minutes (2,730), third in clearances (88) and tied for second in interceptions (41). The defender also made an impact offensively with two goals and one assist.International: Hackshaw has earned 16 caps for the Trinidad and Tobago U-20 and senior sides. The La Horquetta native made his international debut with the Soca Warrios U-20 team in January 2015, making his senior international debut two months later as a substitute in a Copa America Centenario qualifying round against Haiti. In his most recent international appearance against Wales on March 20, 2019, Hackshaw was rated T&T’s top Man of the Match by the BBC after coming on as a late-match substitute. Before Indy Eleven: Hackshaw made 82 appearances with USL Championship side Charleston Battery from 2016-18, starting 32 of 33 appearances, scoring one goal and two assists during his last season in Black and Yellow in 2018. Additionally, Hackshaw solidified his status as a stout defensive midfielder, having accumulated 146 clearances and 45 interceptions by the end of the season.Personal: Had a pet snake … Favorite movie is “Black Panther” … Follows Spanish La Liga superclub FC Barcelona Pronunciation: NEV-EE-ELL HACK-SHAWCarl Haworth | #9Position: FWHeight: 5’8”Weight: 159 lbs. DOB: 07/09/1989Birthplace: Barrie, Ontario, CanadaAcquired: 12/05/2019Previous club: Ottawa Fury FC (USL Championship)Haworth enters his first season with Indy Eleven after spending the last six years with the USL Championship’s Ottawa Fury FC. The 30-year-old finished his final season with Ottawa as the co-leader in goals (10) and assists (9) during 33 appearances. Haworth’s leadership helped lead Ottawa to its first USL Championship Playoffs appearance.Before Indy Eleven: Haworth played at Niagara University, scoring 35 goals and 21 assists in 73 appearances, along with being named MAAC Rookie of the Year in 2008. Haworth began his professional career with Ontario-based Forest City London, scoring 25 goals in 51 appearances. After signing with the Fury, Haworth would become a star, finishing his time with Ottawa as the team’s career leader in appearances (126), goals (26) and assists (27). Personal: Pronunciation: HA-worthIlija Ilic | #14Position: FWHeight: 6’2”Weight: 175 lbs. DOB: 04/26/1991Birthplace: Belgrade, SerbiaAcquired: 12/03/2018Previous club: Louisville City FC (USL Championship)Ilic played his first minutes for Indiana’s Team as a member of the Starting XI in the club’s 2019 season opener on March 9 at Saint Louis FC and finished his season with 11 more starts for the squad. The Serbian finished with two goals and two assists, and was very effective when passing the ball, completing over three-fourths of his passes.Before Indy Eleven: In 2018, Ilic tallied 13 goals and 10 assists in 32 games in his breakout season for Louisville City FC. Before penning his first professional contact in 2015, the Serbian attended Division II school Young Harris College in Georgia (the alma mater of fellow Boy in Blue “Macca” King), where he set the school record for most points in a single season on his way to being named NCAA Division II Player of the Year in 2014. He also spent time with USL League Two side Ocala Stampede, scoring eight goals in 13 appearances.Personal: Is a supporter of La Liga superclub Real Madrid … Lived in four different countries, but has never movedPronunciation: ILL-E-YA ILL-ICHMacauley King | #3Position: DFHeight: 5’11”Weight: 165 lbs. DOB: 04/10/1995Birthplace: Narborough, EnglandAcquired: 01/10/2019Previous club: Young Harris College (NCAA Division II)“Macca” as his teammates know him, came to Indy Eleven after a successful collegiate stint with Young Harris College. Making an immediate impact in his professional debut, the Englishman scored his only goal on March 15, 2019, the opener in Indy’s 3-2 win at Charlotte Independence. Appearing in 21 more games, King was a great all-around contributor with three assists, along with 25 clearances and 14 interceptions.Before Indy Eleven: King earned All-Region honors for four consecutive seasons at Young Harris College in Young Harris, GA. After scoring two goals and two assists in 17 games during his senior year, King was selected to the NCAA Division II All-Southeast Region and All-Peach Conference First Teams. King appeared on the rosters for USL League Two (formerly PDL) clubs Mississippi Brilla FC, Charlotte Eagles FC and Seattle Sounders FC U-23 team and was labeled as one of the league’s top prospects for his performances. Prior to his college career, King honed his skills with English Premier League’s Leicester City FC’s youth squad.Personal: Has a degree in Business and Public Policy from YHC … Grew up playing in English Premier League’s Leicester City FC youth academy.Pronunciation: mah-CALL-eeCameron Lindley | #22Position: MFHeight: 5’9”Weight: 165 lbs. DOB: 07/18/1997Birthplace: Carmel, IndianaAcquired: 02/06/2020Previous club: Memphis 901 FC (USL Championship)Lindley, a Carmel native, will look to make an impact with Indy Eleven after spending last year with USL Championship’s Memphis 901 FC. While playing with Memphis, Lindley notched one goal and seven assists in 25 appearances. Lindley also registered two “caps” for the U.S. Under-23’s club in 2019.Before Indy Eleven: Lindley began his collegiate career at the University of North Carolina, playing from 2016-2017. After earning the ACC Midfielder of the Year award, along with a First-Team All-ACC Team honor in 2017, Lindley signed with Major League Soccer’s Orlando City SC before the 2018 season. Starting in three appearances with Orlando City, Lindley was loaned to USL Championship teams Saint Louis FC (one appearance) and Memphis 901 FC for their inaugural season in 2019, where he finished with one goal and seven assists in 25 appearances. Personal: Nick Moon | #17Position: MF Height: 6’1”Weight: 181 lbs. DOB: 05/31/1996Birthplace: Waukesha, WIAcquired: 12/04/2019Previous club: Lansing Ignite FC (USL League One)Moon comes over from USL League One side Lansing Ignite FC, where he showed his versatility in every game. Pacing the team in appearances (29), duels (366) and duels won (199), Moon showed that he can get the job done wherever he is on the field. Moon also helped Lansing by scoring six goals and notching four assits.Before Indy Eleven: .Before turning pro, Moon was a fixture for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee from 2014-17, scoring 12 goals to go along with 13 assists in 71 appearances. During his senior season, Moon earned First-Team All-Horizon League honors. Following his collegiate career, Moon was an important member of USL League Two’s Lane United FC, finishing with 12 goals and four assists in 24 appearances before moving on to USL League One’s Lansing Ignite FCPersonal: Evan Newton| #1Position: GKHeight: 6’2”Weight: 190 lbs. DOB: 04/01/1988Birthplace: Virginia Beach, VAAcquired: 01/08/2019Previous club: FC Cincinnati (USL Championship)After making his Boys in Blue regular season debut on March 9, 2019, in Indy’s 2019 season opener against Saint Louis FC, Newton continued to be the goalkeeper head coach Martin Rennie called on throughout the season, finishing with nine clean sheets in 27 starts before an injury caused him to miss the last few games of the season.Before Indy Eleven: Drafted by Houston Dynamo with the 7th overall pick (First Round) of the MLS Supplemental Draft in 2011 after spending collegiate career at Virginia-based Old Dominion University. Newton was loaned to the NASL’s Tampa Bay Rowdies before signing with San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) in 2012. He then signed with a series of USL Championship squads, starting with Phoenix Rising FC in 2014 and followed by Oklahoma City Energy FC (2015), two years with Sacramento Republic FC (2016-17) and FC Cincinnati (2018). Newton’s season in Cincy ended with him being named the USL Championship Golden Glove award winner after conceding only 16 goals in 72 shots faced, resulting in nine shutouts and a 0.80 goals against average.Personal: Hosts Newton Soccer Academy in his hometown of Virginia Beach, VA … Is a fan of English Premier League side Arsenal. Pronunciation: NEW-TUNEmerson Nieto | #12Position: MFHeight: 5’10”Weight: 150 lbs. DOB: 10/03/2001Birthplace: Fort Wayne, INAcquired: 05/14/2019Previous club: Indiana Fire Academy (USSDA)Another USL Academy signing, Nieto spent six months with Indiana’s Team last year, but logged only one minute of action in a June 27 home win over Birmingham Legion FC. Nieto was also a member of the squad’s 18-man gameday roster in six additional games. Nieto will spend the first half of the USL Championship season before joining fellow academy signee Kyle Folds at Indiana University.Before Indy Eleven: Nieto was a member of Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger High School’s team, appearing in 19 games during his freshmen and sophomore seasons. During this time, he scored ten goals and notched 12 assists before joining the Indiana Fire Academy. During his 34 games with the Academy, Nieto was very proficient, scoring 32 goals before being awarded a USL Championship Academy contract with Indy Eleven.Personal: Pronunciation: knee-EH-toeMitchell Osmond | #5Position: DFHeight: 6’3”Weight: 176 lbs. DOB: 03/11/1994Birthplace: Sydney, AustrailiaAcquired: 03/06/2019Previous club: University of Rio Grande (NAIA)Osmond finished his first season with the Boys in Blue with 15 starts. The former USL League Two Player of the Year made great strides with his new team, finishing second on the team in interceptions (41), fourth in clearances (41) and sixth in tackles (38). The Australian native will look to build off his solid first season with Indiana’s Team in 2020.Before Indy Eleven: Osmond accrued appearances for the University of Rio Grande, Calumet College of St. Joseph and USL League Two (former PDL) side Thunder Bay Chill (Ontario, Canada). The long list of accolades earned by Osmond in 2018 included the USL League Two Player of the Year, NAIA First Team All-American, and the River States Conference Player of the Year, Conference Defender of the Year All-Conference First Team selection. Osmond’s stellar performance led to being drafted in the 2019 MLS Super Draft by Minnesota United FC.Personal: Supports English Premier League club Chelsea FC … Loves Skittles … Worked as a craft beer brewer for two years.Pronunciation: OZ-MUNDKarl Ouimette | #20Position: DFHeight: 6’0”Weight: 192 lbs. DOB: 06/18/1992Birthplace: Repentigny, Quebec, CanadaAcquired: 02/02/2018Previous club: San Francisco Deltas (NASL)Ouimette built off his solid first season with Indy Eleven by being a fixture in the Starting IX, finishing sixth on the team with 29 starts. Ouimette remained a dominant defender, leading the team in duels won with 230, along with finishing in second in clearances (94) and blocks (17). The Canadian also finished in the top-five for the team in interceptions (36) and tackles (53), stats that he will surely be looking to increase during the new season.International: Ouimette made three appearances for the Canada U-17’s and two appearances for the U-20’s. At the senior level, Ouimette was a starter for 10 of his 18 appearances with the Canadian National Team and represented his country at the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup. Before Indy Eleven: Ouimette signed for Montreal Impact’s (MLS) senior squad from the team’s youth academy system in 2012, making him the academy’s first player to turn professional. He made 20 appearances and scored one goal with the Impact before joining the New York Red Bulls organization in 2015, splitting his time between the MLS and USL Championship (NYRB II) rosters. The Canadian then signed with San Francisco Deltas in 2017, where he went on to win the 2017 NASL Soccer Bowl. Personal: Ouimette is a fan of Indy’s local NBA franchise, the Indiana Pacers … Has played against renowned French forward Thierry Henry Pronunciation: WE-METTyler Pasher | #23Position: FWHeight: 5’10”Weight: 160 lbs. DOB: 04/27/1994Birthplace: Elmira, Ontario, CanadaAcquired: 02/07/2018Previous club: Atlanta United FC (MLS)Following an injury that cut his first season with the club short, Tyler Pasher’s second season gave Indy Eleven fans something to really look forward to for 2020. Pasher finished the season with 13 goals in 35 appearances, only two behind leader and former teammate Thomas Enevoldsen’s 15. Pasher was also great at distributing the ball, completing almost 80 percent of his passes to go along with four assists. International: Pasher appeared one time for Canada’s Under-17 MNT squad, coming on as a substitute against Mexico. He also appeared twice for Canada’s U-20 MNT in the 2013 Francophone Games in Nice, France. Before Indy Eleven: Pasher spent his youth as part of Newcastle United’s (English Premier League) youth academy, rising through the ranks before returning to Canada with MLS’ Toronto FC’s youth academy. Most notably, a then-18-year-old Pasher was awarded the captain’s armband after coming on as a 28th-minute substitute in Toronto’s friendly against English Premier League giants Liverpool FC in 2012. Pasher departed Toronto FC to sign for Finnish third tier side PS Kemi (2013) before returning to North America with Lansing United a year later. Following an impressive year-long stint with the former NPSL side, Pasher signed with USL Championship sides Pittsburgh Riverhounds (2015) and Swope Park Rangers (2016), with the latter bouncing between the USL outift and its parent MLS club, Sporting Kansas City, making one appearance in CONCACAF Champions League play versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC in September ’16. After signing with Sporting KC for the full 2017 season and making one MLS appearance, Pasher was traded that December to Atlanta United FC, but he would never suit up for the Georgia-based squad, instead signing with Indy Eleven during the 2018 preseason. Personal: Resurrected his footballing career after working in the construction field. Pronunciation: PASH-ERKenney Walker | #19Position: MFHeight: 5’9”Weight: 175 lbs. DOB: 12/23/1988Birthplace: Wickliffe, OhioAcquired: 12/05/2018Previous club: FC Cincinnati (USL Championship)Entering his second season with the club, midfielder Kenney Walker will look to build off a solid first season. Walker finished the season with 24 starts in 31 appearances with Indiana’s Team, scoring one goal and finishing second on the team in assists (5). The Ohio native was also dominant on defense, leading the team in tackles with 70. Before Indy Eleven: The Wickliffe, OH native tallied three goals in 27 matches for FC Cincinnati in 2018, racking up 38 clearances and 41 interceptions along the way. Before signing for the Orange and Blue, Walker was selected 38th overall by LA Galaxy in the 2012 MLS SuperDraft and was a member of MLS Cup-winning sides in 2012 & 2014 before leaving at the end of 2015.?Before appearing in professional team rosters, Walker spent his college career with the University of Louisville (2007-11), earning a spot on the All-Big East Conference Second Team his senior year. From 2010-11, Walker also played for USL League Two club Chicago Fire Premier. Personal: Has a degree in Exercise Science from the University of Louisville … Walker is a biker – that is, he cycles to work/training every day. Pronunciation: WALK-ERMatt Watson | #8Position: MFHeight: 5’11”Weight: 175 lbs. DOB: 01/01/1985Birthplace: Redditch, EnglandAcquired: 02/08/2018Previous club: Phoenix Rising FC (USL Championship)A veteran of the sport, Matt Watson will enter the 2020 season as captain again. Despite only starting eight games, Watson made the most of his 32 appearances, playing at multiple different spots across the midfield, including some time at the forward position. Watson finished the season with one goal and will be a key part to the success of the squad.Before Indy Eleven: After only playing two seasons for the University of Maryland-Baltimore County Retrievers (2004-05), Watson spent the next decade-plus splitting time between Major League Soccer (Vancouver Whitecaps, 2012-13; Chicago Fire, 2014-15), the United Soccer League (USL Championship’s Phoenix Rising, 2017; USL First Division’s Richmond Kickers, 2006-07; and Carolina RailHawks 2008-11), and the NASL (North Carolina FC, 2016). Watson’s stay in Indy marks his third time crossing paths with head coach Martin Rennie after stints with Vancouver and Carolina.Personal: Is a devoted vegan … A talented musician, could have pursued a professional DJ/producer career … The father of three children … An avid supporter of English Premier League side ArsenalPronunciation: WAT-SUNEvan Newton | GK | #1HT: 6’2” WGHT: 190 LBS DOB: 4/01/88Birthplace: Virginia Beach, VAAcquired: 1/08/19 | FC Cincinnati (USL Championship)Newton made 20 starts for FC Cincinnati in 2018 before signing with the Boys in Blue in January 2019. The highly proficient netminder made his Boys in Blue regular season debut on March 9, 2019, in Indy’s 2019 season opener against Saint Louis FC. Newton made USL Championship history on May 4, 2019, when he notched the most regular season shutouts in the league with his 41st clean sheet, coming in a 0-0 draw with North Carolina FC at Lucas Oil Stadium.Before Indy Eleven: Drafted by Houston Dynamo with the 7th overall pick (First Round) of the MLS Supplemental Draft in 2011 after spending collegiate career at Virginia-based Old Dominion University. Newton was loaned to the NASL’s Tampa Bay Rowdies before signing with San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) in 2012. He then signed with a series of USL Championship squads, starting with Phoenix Rising FC in 2014 and followed by Oklahoma City Energy FC (2015), two years with Sacramento Republic FC (2016-17) and FC Cincinnati (2018). Newton’s season in Cincy ended with him being named the USL Championship Golden Glove award winner after conceding only 16 goals in 72 shots faced, resulting in nine shutouts and a 0.80 goals against average.Personal: Hosts Newton Soccer Academy in his hometown of Virginia Beach, VA … Is a fan of English Premier League side Arsenal. Pronunciation: NEW-TUNJordan Farr| GK | #0HT: 6’1” WGHT: 182 LBS DOB: 10/05/94Birthplace: Salem, ORAcquired: 2/02/18 | Corban University (NAIA)Farr signed with Indy Eleven after spending his collegiate career with Corban University, located in his hometown of Salem, OR. The goalkeeper spent most of 2018 recovering from a shoulder injury he sustained during a preseason friendly, making him eager to compete for his first professional minutes in 2019.Before Indy Eleven: In addition to spending his collegiate career with Corban University, Farr earned minutes with Portland Timbers U-23 of USL League Two before joining Indy Eleven. Farr was a standout ‘keeper for the 2016 Corban University Warriors team that advanced to the NAIA National Tournament Round of 16 for the first time in program history. He ranks second in all-time NAIA career shutouts (44) and career goals-against-average (0.74).Personal: Is a supporter of English Premier League superclub Manchester United … A devoted watcher of “The Office” … Is Co-owner/Manager/DJ of Farr Better Entertainment, a DJ/emcee service based out of Portland, OR. Pronunciation: FARAyoze | DF | #7HT: 5’7” WGHT: 151 LBS DOB: 11/22/85Birthplace: Puerto de la Cruz, Spain Acquired: 2/06/18 | New York Cosmos (NASL)Ayoze signed with Indy Eleven in February 2018 after parting ways with New York Cosmos. In his first season with the Boys in Blue in 2018, the veteran left-sided maestro made 29 appearances in the starting lineup for his new club, subbing off only once on his way to scoring four goals and creating eight assists. In addition to being an excellent playmaker, Ayoze excelled at ball movement, having completed an average of 79% of his passes. His 2018 performance was enough to earn him 2018 USL All-League Second Team honors. Before Indy Eleven: Ayoze began his youth career with CD Tenerife B in his native Spain, where he made 50 appearances and scored eight goals before being promoted to the senior squad in 2003. His seven-year career with Tenerife saw the Spaniard score 19 goals in 162 appearances. In 2010, Ayoze moved to another Spanish club, Sporting Gijon, before coming stateside in 2013 to join the then-NASL’s New York Cosmos, where he made 121 appearances, scored eight goals and helped the squad to three Soccer Bowl championships (2013, 2015 & 2016)Pronunciation: EYE-YO-ZAYKarl Ouimette | DF | #20HT: 6’0” WGHT: 192 LBS DOB: 6/18/92Birthplace: Repentigny, Canada Acquired: 2/02/18 | San Francisco Deltas (NASL)Ouimette joined Indy Eleven in early February of 2018, coming off a championship season with San Francisco Deltas (former NASL). In his first year with Indiana’s Team, Ouimette led the team in aerial duels won, interceptions and tackles while trailing only former Eleven goalkeeper Owain Fon Williams in appearances with 32. The defender also scored three goals, all of which were assisted by defensive partner Ayoze from corner kicks, and completed just under three-fourths of his passes. International: Ouimette made three appearances for the Canada U-17’s and two appearances for the U-20’s. At the senior level, Ouimette was a starter for 10 of his 18 appearances with the Canadian National Team and represented his country at the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup. Before Indy Eleven: Ouimette signed for Montreal Impact’s (MLS) senior squad from the team’s youth academy system in 2012, making him the academy’s first player to turn professional. He made 20 appearances and scored one goal with the Impact before joining the New York Red Bulls organization in 2015, splitting his time between the MLS and USL Championship (NYRB II) rosters. The Canadian then signed with San Francisco Deltas in 2017, where he went on to win the 2017 NASL Soccer Bowl. Personal: Ouimette is a fan of Indy’s local NBA franchise, the Indiana Pacers … Has played against renowned French forward Thierry Henry Pronunciation: WE-METPaddy Barrett | DF | #29HT: 6’0” WGHT: 198 LBS DOB: 7/22/93Birthplace: Waterford, IrelandAcquired: 12/05/18 | FC Cincinnati (USL Championship)Barrett was one of four FC Cincinnati players to sign with Indy Eleven ahead of the 2019 season, joining former teammates Tyler Gibson, Kenney Walker and Evan Newton last December after winning the 2018 USL Eastern Conference Championship. Now in his second USL Championship season since arriving stateside last year, Barrett made his Indy Eleven debut on March 9, 2019, in the club’s season opener against Saint Louis FC. Before Indy Eleven: Barrett began his professional playing career with Scottish side Dundee United FC before being loaned to his hometown club Waterford FC in 2014. Most recently, Barrett spent three years with League of Ireland Premier Division powerhouse Dundalk FC, where he competed in a UEFA Europa League playoff match and Champions League qualifiers during his three-season stay before heading back to Waterford on loan. Barrett ventured stateside in 2018 after being signed by FC Cincinnati, going on to tally 83 clearances, 34 interceptions and a single goal in his 16 appearances.Personal: Already living like an Indy local in one way – he loves Graeter’s Ice Cream … Is a massive supporter of English Premier League club Liverpool FC … Is the youngest of 11 kids.Pronunciation: BARR-ETMacauley “Macca” King | DF | #3HT: 5’11” WGHT: 165 LBS DOB: 4/10/95Birthplace: Narborough, England Acquired: 1/10/19 | Young Harris College (NCAA Division II)King joined the Boys in Blue after a successful colligate stint with NCAA Division II outfit Young Harris (GA) College – the alma mater of fellow Boy in Blue Ilija Ilic – after signing in early January. The Englishman scored in his professional debut on March 15, 2019, the opener in Indy’s 3-2 win at Charlotte Independence. Before Indy Eleven: King earned All-Region honors for four consecutive seasons at Young Harris College in Young Harris, GA. After scoring two goals and two assists in 17 games during his senior year, King was selected to the NCAA Division II All-Southeast Region and All-Peach Conference First Teams. King appeared on the rosters for USL League Two (formerly PDL) clubs Mississippi Brilla FC, Charlotte Eagles FC and Seattle Sounders FC U-23 team and was labeled as one of the league’s top prospects for his performances. Prior to his college career, King honed his skills with English Premier League’s Leicester City FC’s youth squad.Personal: Has a degree in Business and Public Policy from YHC … Grew up playing in English Premier League’s Leicester City FC youth academy.Mitchell Osmond | DF | #5HT: 6’3” WGHT: 176 LBS DOB: 3/11/94Birthplace: Sydney, Australia Acquired: 3/06/19 | University of Rio Grande (NAIA)Osmond signed with the Boys in Blue in March 2019 after playing two seasons with NAIA member University of Rio Grande (Ohio) and two with Calumet College of St. Joseph (Whiting, IN). A standout 2018 season with Rio Grande saw Osmond spearhead a defensive effort that yielded an undefeated 16-0-0 regular season record and the #1 ranking for the RedStorm heading into the NAIA postseason tournament.Before Indy Eleven: Osmond accrued appearances for the University of Rio Grande, Calumet College of St. Joseph and USL League Two (former PDL) side Thunder Bay Chill (Ontario, Canada). The long list of accolades earned by Osmond in 2018 included the USL League Two Player of the Year, NAIA First Team All-American, and the River States Conference Player of the Year, Conference Defender of the Year All-Conference First Team selection. Osmond’s stellar performance led to being drafted in the 2019 MLS Super Draft by Minnesota United FC.Personal: Supports English Premier League club Chelsea FC … Loves Skittles … Worked as a craft beer brewer for two years.Pronunciation: OZ-MUNDTyler Pasher | MF | #23HT: 5’10” WGHT: 160 LBS DOB: 4/27/94Birthplace: Elmira, Ontario, Canada Acquired: 2/07/18 | Sporting Kansas City (MLS)Pasher entered his second year with Indiana’s Team in 2019 after reupping on his contract on November 30, 2018. The Elmira, Ontario native scored one goal and boasted a nearly perfect tackle record in 10 regular season appearances in 2018 before being sidelined due to injury halfway through his first campaign with the Boys in Blue. International: Pasher appeared one time for Canada’s Under-17 MNT squad, coming on as a substitute against Mexico. He also appeared twice for Canada’s U-20 MNT in the 2013 Francophone Games in Nice, France. Before Indy Eleven: Pasher spent his youth as part of Newcastle United’s (English Premier League) youth academy, rising through the ranks before returning to Canada with MLS’ Toronto FC’s youth academy. Most notably, a then-18-year-old Pasher was awarded the captain’s armband after coming on as a 28th-minute substitute in Toronto’s friendly against English Premier League giants Liverpool FC in 2012. Pasher departed Toronto FC to sign for Finnish third tier side PS Kemi (2013) before returning to North America with Lansing United a year later. Following an impressive year-long stint with the former NPSL side, Pasher signed with USL Championship sides Pittsburgh Riverhounds (2015) and Swope Park Rangers (2016), with the latter bouncing between the USL outift and its parent MLS club, Sporting Kansas City, making one appearance in CONCACAF Champions League play versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC in September ’16. After signing with Sporting KC for the full 2017 season and making one MLS appearance, Pasher was traded that December to Atlanta United FC, but he would never suit up for the Georgia-based squad, instead signing with Indy Eleven during the 2018 preseason. Personal: Resurrected his footballing career after working in the construction field. Pronunciation: PASH-ERMatt Watson | MF | #8HT: 5’11” WGHT: 175 LBSDOB: 1/01/85 Redditch, United KingdomAcquired: 2/08/18 | Phoenix Rising (USL Championship)Watson enters his second season with the Boys in Blue in 2019 after sporting the captain’s armband for the squad throughout the 2018 campaign, during which he made 31 appearances, scored once and created five assists.Before Indy Eleven: After only playing two seasons for the University of Maryland-Baltimore County Retrievers (2004-05), Watson spent the next decade-plus splitting time between Major League Soccer (Vancouver Whitecaps, 2012-13; Chicago Fire, 2014-15), the United Soccer League (USL Championship’s Phoenix Rising, 2017; USL First Division’s Richmond Kickers, 2006-07; and Carolina RailHawks 2008-11), and the NASL (North Carolina FC, 2016). Watson’s stay in Indy marks his third time crossing paths with head coach Martin Rennie after stints with Vancouver and Carolina.Personal: Is a devoted vegan … A talented musician, could have pursued a professional DJ/producer career … The father of three children … An avid supporter of English Premier League side ArsenalPronunciation: WAT-SUNKenney Walker | MF | #19HT: 5’9” WGHT: 175 LBS DOB: 12/23/88Birthplace: Wickliffe, OH Acquired: 12/05/18 | FC Cincinnati (USL Championship)Walker joined the Boys in Blue in December 2018 after being a mainstay for FC Cincinnati for the Ohio side’s three USL Championship seasons. Walker tallied an assist in his Indy Eleven debut against Saint Louis FC on March 9, 2019, which he played alongside former Cincy teammates Tyler Gibson, Evan Newton and Paddy Barrett.Before Indy Eleven: The Wickliffe, OH native tallied three goals in 27 matches for FC Cincinnati in 2018, racking up 38 clearances and 41 interceptions along the way. Before signing for the Orange and Blue, Walker was selected 38th overall by LA Galaxy in the 2012 MLS SuperDraft, and was a member of MLS Cup-winning sides in 2012 & 2014 before leaving at the end of 2015.?Before appearing in professional team rosters, Walker spent his college career with the University of Louisville (2007-11), earning a spot on the All-Big East Conference Second Team his senior year. From 2010-11, Walker also played for USL League Two club Chicago Fire Premier. Personal: Has a degree in Exercise Science from the University of Louisville … Walker is a biker – that is, he cycles to work/training every day. Pronunciation: WALK-ERTyler Gibson | MF | #4HT: 5’8” WGHT: 150 LBS DOB: 1/12/91Birthplace: Knoxville, TNAcquired: 12/05/18 | FC Cincinnati (USL Championship)Gibson signed with Indiana’s Team near the end of 2018 after spending the previous season with FC Cincinnati, joining teammates Evan Newton, Paddy Barrett and Kenney Walker. Gibson made his Boys in Blue debut on March 9, 2019 at Saint Louis FC, and scored his first goal for this new team the following week in Indy’s 3-2 win at Charlotte Independence. Before Indy Eleven: Gibson made nine total appearances for FC Cincinnati near the end of 2018 after suffering a broken leg during preseason training. After making his first USL Championship appearance against Nashville SC that August 4, the Tennessean completed over 80-percent of his passes and won three-fourths of his tackles. Gibson spent the previous three seasons in the NASL with San Antonio Scorpions (2015), Rayo OKC (2016) and San Francisco Deltas – helping the latter to that year’s Soccer Bowl title. Before his career as a professional, Gibson was a four-year starter for UNC-Charlotte, earning Atlantic 10 Midfielder and Freshmen of the Year (2010) honors. Gibson continued to shine during his undergrad years, earning All-Atlantic 10 Conference First Team selections his first three years and a similar All-Conference USA nod following his 2013 senior season.Personal: Every senior side Gibson has played for has folded or changed leagues after one year with the club … Spent the 2018-2019 offseason in Ethiopia and Kenya hosting coaching clinics … A supporter of La Liga giant FC Barcelona … Favorite junk food is French fries.Pronunciation: GIB-SUNNeveal Hackshaw | MF | #15HT: 6’1” WGHT: 175 LBS DOB: 9/21/95Birthplace: La Horquetta, Arima Acquired: 12/13/18 | Charleston Battery (USL Championship)Hackshaw is in his first season with Indiana’s Team after signing from USL Championship side Charleston Battery in early December 2018. The Trinidad and Tobago native made quite an early impression, scoring on his Indy Eleven debut on March 9 at Saint Louis FC.International: Hackshaw has earned 16 caps for the Trinidad and Tobago U-20 and senior sides. The La Horquetta native made his international debut with the Soca Warrios U-20 team in January 2015, making his senior international debut two months later as a substitute in a Copa America Centenario qualifying round against Haiti. In his most recent international appearance against Wales on March 20, 2019, Hackshaw was rated T&T’s top Man of the Match by the BBC after coming on as a late-match substitute. Before Indy Eleven: Hackshaw made 82 appearances with USL Championship side Charleston Battery from 2016-18, starting 32 of 33 appearances, scoring one goal and two assists during his last season in Black and Yellow in 2018. Additionally, Hackshaw solidified his status as a stout defensive midfielder, having accumulated 146 clearances and 45 interceptions by the end of the season.Personal: Had a pet snake … Favorite movie is “Black Panther” … Follows Spanish La Liga superclub FC Barcelona Pronunciation: NEV-EE-ELL HACK-SHAWIlija Ilic | FW | #9HT: 6’2” WGHT: 175 LBS DOB: 4/26/91Birthplace: Begrade, Serbia Acquired: 12/03/18 | Louisville City (USL Championship) Ilic traveled north on I-65 in December 2018 to sign with Indiana’s Team after parting ways with USL Championship’s back-to-back champions Louisville City FC. Ilic was one of four inaugural signings to return to Louisville City FC’s roster for its fourth season in 2018. The Serbian forward played his first minutes for Indiana’s Team as a member of the Starting XI in the club’s 2019 season opener on March 9 at Saint Louis FC.Before Indy Eleven: In 2018, Ilic tallied 13 goals and 10 assists in 32 games in his breakout season for Louisville City FC. Before penning his first professional contact in 2015, the Serbian attended Division II school Young Harris College in Georgia (the alma mater of fellow Boy in Blue “Macca” King), where he set the school record for most points in a single season on his way to being named NCAA Division II Player of the Year in 2014. He also spent time with USL League Two side Ocala Stampede, scoring eight goals in 13 appearances.Personal: Is a supporter of La Liga superclub Real Madrid … Lived in four different countries, but has never movedPronunciation: ILL-E-YA ILL-ICH ................
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