Cody Mizell
 Mizell with Charlotte Independence in 2017 | |||
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Cody Mizell | ||
| Date of birth | September 30, 1991 | ||
| Place of birth | Woodstock, Georgia, United States | ||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Goalkeeper | ||
| Club information | |||
Current team | New York City FC | ||
| Number | 25 | ||
| College career | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2010–2012 | Clemson Tigers | 51 | (0) |
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2013 | Atlanta Silverbacks | 1 | (0) |
| 2014 | Tampa Bay Rowdies | 5 | (0) |
| 2015–2016 | Fram Reykjavík | 20 | (0) |
| 2016–2017 | Charlotte Independence | 45 | (0) |
| 2017 | Colorado Rapids | 0 | (0) |
| 2018 | Tampa Bay Rowdies | 19 | (0) |
| 2019–2020 | New Mexico United | 56 | (0) |
| 2021– | New York City FC | 0 | (0) |
| National team‡ | |||
| 2007–2008 | United States U17 | 10 | (0) |
| 2008–2009 | United States U18 | 5 | (0) |
| 2009–2010 | United States U20 | 3 | (0) |
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* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of October 5, 2020 ‡ National team caps and goals correct as of November 3, 2013 | |||
Cody Mizell (born September 30, 1991) is an American soccer player who currently plays for New York City FC in Major League Soccer.
College career[]
Mizell attended Clemson University, where he was first choice goalkeeper for all three seasons, winning numerous All-American and All-ACC awards as a Tiger. He was named an NCAA All-American and team Most Valuable Player as a true Freshman in 2010.[1]
Professional career[]
Atlanta Silverbacks[]
On May 16, 2013, Mizell signed a professional contract with NASL club Atlanta Silverbacks.[2] Mizell made his professional debut against the New York Cosmos shortly after joining the club.[3] He went on to help Atlanta win the NASL Spring season title and a berth in the 2013 NASL Soccer Bowl.
Tampa Bay Rowdies[]
On March 27, 2014, Mizell signed a two-year contract with NASL club Tampa Bay Rowdies following a successful trial.[4] He made his debut with the Rowdies on May 24, 2014 in a 3–2 win against rival side Fort Lauderdale Strikers.[5] After making five appearances for the Rowdies in 2014, Mizell and Tampa Bay exercised an option in his contract to terminate it to explore future club considerations.[6]
Knattspyrnufélagið Fram[]
Mizell signed a contract with Knattspyrnufélagið Fram of Iceland early in 2015.[7] Mizell became an instant starter upon arrival at the historic club, and was named to Icelands best eleven on May 22, 2015.[8]
Charlotte Independence[]
Mizell was transferred to United Soccer League side Charlotte Independence on January 1, 2016. After a stellar year in 2017, Mizell was nominated for the USL Goalkeeper of the Year award at the end of the regular season.[9]
Colorado Rapids[]
On March 2, 2017, Mizell was signed by the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer from the Charlotte Independence. Mizell made an appearance on the bench in the season opener before being loaned to the Independence to start the 2017 United Soccer League season.
Tampa Bay Rowdies[]
Mizell began his second stint with the Rowdies on January 5, 2018.[10]
New Mexico United[]
On November 6, 2018, New Mexico United announced Cody Mizell as one of the first six signed players in club history, under the guidance of Head Coach Troy Lesesne. Mizell is New Mexico United’s all time leader in both appearances and minutes played.
New York City FC[]
On March 4, 2021, Mizell joined Major League Soccer club New York City FC for an undisclosed transfer fee for the 2021 season, including a team option for 2022.[11]
International career[]
Mizell capped multiple times for the U.S. under-17 national team, making his debut against England U17 at the 35th Mondial Minimes International Tournament in Les Essarts, France. He continued with the youth national team system appearing for the U.S. Under-18 national team and the U.S. under-20 national team.
Career statistics[]
- As of match played October 17, 2020[12]
Club[]
| Club | Season | League | Domestic Cup | League Cup | Total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Atlanta Silverbacks | 2013 | NASL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | |
| Tampa Bay Rowdies | 2014 | 4 | 0 | 1[a] | 0 | — | 5 | 0 | ||
| Knattspyrnufélagið Fram | 2015 | 1. delid | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Charlotte Independence | 2016 | USL | 10 | 0 | 1[a] | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| 2017 | 31 | 0 | 2[a] | 0 | 1[b] | 0 | 34 | 0 | ||
| Total | 41 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 45 | 0 | ||
| Colorado Rapids | 2017 | MLS | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | 0 | ||
| Tampa Bay Rowdies | 2018 | USL | 18 | 0 | 1[a] | 0 | — | 19 | 0 | |
| New Mexico United | 2019 | USL Championship | 33 | 0 | 5[a] | 0 | 1[c] | 0 | 39 | 0 |
| 2020 | 15 | 0 | — | 2[c] | 0 | 17 | 0 | |||
| Total | 48 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 56 | 0 | ||
| Career total | 132 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 146 | 0 | ||
Honors & Achievements[]
Honors[]
Atlanta Silverbacks
- North American Soccer League:
- Champion (Season) (1): 2013 Spring
Achievements[]
- Inkasso-Deildin:
- League Best 11 (1): 2015
- United Soccer League:
- Goalkeeper of the Year Finalist (1): 2017
References[]
- ^ "Clemson presents sports awards at spring game". TigerNet. April 9, 2011. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved November 3, 2013.
- ^ Malone, Neal (May 16, 2013). "Silverbacks Sign Goalkeeper Mizell". Atlanta Silverbacks. Archived from the original on November 4, 2013. Retrieved November 3, 2013.
- ^ "Cosmos Claim Psychological Soccer Bowl Edge". North American Soccer League. November 2, 2013. Retrieved November 3, 2013.
- ^ "Tampa Bay Rowdies Sign Goalkeeper Cody Mizell". Box Score News. March 17, 2014. Retrieved March 18, 2014.
- ^ Brousseau, Dave (May 24, 2014). "Strikers drop 3–2 decision to Tampa Bay". SunSentinel. Retrieved May 25, 2014.
- ^ "WASTING NO TIME". Sunshine Soccer News. November 7, 2014. Archived from the original on March 5, 2016. Retrieved November 20, 2014.
- ^ "Fram fær tvo öfluga Bandaríkjamenn í sínar raðir". Fram FC. May 18, 2015. Retrieved October 20, 2015.
- ^ "Úrvalslið 12. umferðar í 1. deild". Fram FC. May 22, 2015. Retrieved May 28, 2015.
- ^ "USL Top Five – Goalkeepers". Box Score News. September 14, 2017. Retrieved September 30, 2017.
- ^ "Rowdies Sign Talented Goalkeeper Cody Mizell Ahead of 2018 Season". RowdiesSoccer.com. January 5, 2018. Retrieved January 5, 2018.
- ^ "New York City FC Signs Goalkeeper Cody Mizell". New York City FC. March 4, 2021. Retrieved March 4, 2021.
- ^ "USA – C. Mizell – Profile with news, career statistics and history – Soccerway". us.soccerway.com. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
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- 1991 births
- Living people
- People from Woodstock, Georgia
- Sportspeople from the Atlanta metropolitan area
- Soccer players from Georgia (U.S. state)
- American soccer players
- Association football goalkeepers
- Clemson Tigers men's soccer players
- Atlanta Silverbacks players
- Tampa Bay Rowdies players
- Knattspyrnufélagið Fram players
- Charlotte Independence players
- Colorado Rapids players
- New Mexico United players
- New York City FC players
- North American Soccer League players
- USL Championship players
- United States men's youth international soccer players
- American expatriate soccer players
- American expatriate sportspeople in Iceland
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