New York City FC are delighted to announce that James Sands has today become the first Homegrown Player in Club history.
The 16-year old U.S Youth International defender has selected the no.16 jersey and signs his first professional contract which commences on July 1.
Sands told NYCFC.com: “I’m really excited – this is a big dream come true for me from ever since I was little kid playing in my back yard to now. Especially when you look at how in just a few short years NYCFC has grown - to be the first Homegrown Player is really special for me.