New York City FC travels down to Orlando today to commence Preseason 2021 and six NYCFC Academy boys will be joining the First Team. Here's some more information on each of the youngsters taking the trip, with insights from U-19 Academy Coach, Matt Pilkington.
Name: Cooper Flax
DOB: January 21, 2004
Position: Midfielder
“Cooper is a composed central midfielder with good space awareness, excellent technique, and good range of passing. This is Cooper's 2nd pre-season with the first team.”
Name: Diego Rossi
DOB: May 19, 2005
Position: Right Back
“Diego is a combative, energetic full-back who works tirelessly as a fluid player who is equally effective as a defender and attacking full-back.