USL North Carolina FC

North Carolina FC Signs Goalkeeper Darrin MacLeod

Published on February 26, 2019 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
North Carolina FC News Release


CARY, N.C. - North Carolina FC has added to its goalkeeper depth with the signing of Canadian shot stopper Darrin MacLeod, pending league and federation approval. MacLeod has been with the team throughout the preseason and has earned minutes in all three preseason matches played to date.

"I'm very pleased to add Darrin to our roster," said North Carolina FC Head Coach Dave Sarachan. "Darrin has the experience to play at this level and to have both he and Alex [Tambakis] on our roster strengthens our goalkeeping position."

Prior to joining North Carolina FC, MacLeod spent the last two seasons with Swope Park Rangers. He was primarily relied on as a backup goalkeeper while totaling 10 appearances and 930 minutes from 2017-18. His playing time was highlighted by two shutouts and a 2017 USL Cup Playoff appearance.

The 24-year-old played college soccer for Drake University from 2013-2016, where he made 76 appearances and holds the school's goalkeeper record for games, minutes, saves, shutouts and wins. MacLeod also earned Missouri Valley Conference honors, as well as numerous academic awards throughout his career.

During the summers, MacLeod played for USL League Two sides, K-W United and Toronto FC Academy. Prior to starting his college career, he played youth soccer with Oakville Soccer Club in Ontario.

North Carolina FC's roster includes goalkeeper Alex Tambakis and Darrin MacLeod, defenders Sam Brotherton, Alex Comsia, Aaron Guillen, Timmy Mehl, Manny Perez and DJ Taylor, midfielders Austin da Luz, Dre Fortune, Victor Igbekoyi, Tommy McCabe, Steven Miller, Austin Panchot, Graham Smith and Duval Wapiwo and forwards Yamikani Chester, Donovan Ewolo, Robert Kristo, Marios Lomis and Ben Speas.

As the start of the 2019 season nears, both individual game, flex plans and season tickets are available for purchase on Ticketmaster - the club's official ticketing and technology partner. Click here to learn more about tickets or call the Coastal Credit Union Box Office at 919-459-8144 to speak with a ticket representative.

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