Alec Dufty
Encyclopedia
Alec Dufty is an American
soccer player currently playing for Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer
.
, and played college soccer
at Appalachian State University
and the University of Evansville
, where he was an All-Missouri Valley Conference selection in his final two years.
During his college years Dufty also played with Raleigh Elite in the USL Premier Development League
.
in the eighth minute of a Major League Soccer
match against Houston Dynamo
at Robertson Stadium
. Dufty did not concede a goal as New York held Houston to a scoreless draw. However, despite a strong display, he was waived by the club only three days later.
After being released, Dufty signed a contract to become part of the Major League Soccer
League-Wide Reserve Goalkeeper Pool. During the May 2009 he was called up by Columbus Crew
to provide cover for Andy Gruenebaum
while Will Hesmer
was out injured. On 27 February 2010 signed for new founded USSF D2 Pro League club AC St. Louis
.
On March 1, 2011, Dufty signed a contract with Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer
.
for a friendly versus Argentina
in May 2007. Dufty did not play though, as Argentina won 1-0 with a goal from Braghieri in front of 3,531 people at PAETEC Park
in Rochester, New York
.
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United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
soccer player currently playing for Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer is a professional soccer league based in the United States and sanctioned by the United States Soccer Federation . The league is composed of 19 teams — 16 in the U.S. and 3 in Canada...
.
College and Amateur
Dufty grew up in Raleigh, North CarolinaRaleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh is the capital and the second largest city in the state of North Carolina as well as the seat of Wake County. Raleigh is known as the "City of Oaks" for its many oak trees. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city's 2010 population was 403,892, over an area of , making Raleigh...
, and played college soccer
College soccer
College soccer is a term used to describe association football played by teams who are operated by colleges and universities as opposed to a professional league operated for exclusively financial purposes...
at Appalachian State University
Appalachian State University
Appalachian State University is a comprehensive , public, coeducational university located in Boone, North Carolina, United States. Appalachian State, also referred to as Appalachian, App State, or simply App, is the sixth largest institution in the University of North Carolina system...
and the University of Evansville
University of Evansville
The University of Evansville is a small, private university with approximately 3,050 students located in Evansville, Indiana. Founded in 1854 as Moores Hill College, it is located near the interchange of the Lloyd Expressway and U.S. Route 41. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church...
, where he was an All-Missouri Valley Conference selection in his final two years.
During his college years Dufty also played with Raleigh Elite in the USL Premier Development League
USL Premier Development League
The USL Premier Development League is the amateur league of the United Soccer Leagues in the United States, Canada, and Bermuda, forming part of the American Soccer Pyramid...
.
Professional
Dufty was signed by the New York Red Bulls on 12 March 2009, and made his MLS debut on 11 April 2009, as a substitute for Danny CeperoDanny Cepero
Danny Cepero is a former American soccer player.-College:Cepero played four years of college soccer at the University of Pennsylvania, where he captained the squad, set Penn's all-time career record for shutouts, and was named to the All-Ivy team in his senior year.-Professional:Cepero was drafted...
in the eighth minute of a Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer is a professional soccer league based in the United States and sanctioned by the United States Soccer Federation . The league is composed of 19 teams — 16 in the U.S. and 3 in Canada...
match against Houston Dynamo
Houston Dynamo
The Houston Dynamo is an American professional soccer club, based in Houston, Texas, that plays in Major League Soccer, the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada. Founded in 2005 as Houston 1836, the team name was renamed to Houston Dynamo following protests from Hispanic...
at Robertson Stadium
Robertson Stadium
John O'Quinn Field at Corbin J. Robertson Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Houston, located on the campus of the University of Houston. It is the home of the Houston Cougars football and women's soccer teams...
. Dufty did not concede a goal as New York held Houston to a scoreless draw. However, despite a strong display, he was waived by the club only three days later.
After being released, Dufty signed a contract to become part of the Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer is a professional soccer league based in the United States and sanctioned by the United States Soccer Federation . The league is composed of 19 teams — 16 in the U.S. and 3 in Canada...
League-Wide Reserve Goalkeeper Pool. During the May 2009 he was called up by Columbus Crew
Columbus Crew
The Columbus Crew is an American professional soccer club based in Columbus, Ohio which competes in Major League Soccer , the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada...
to provide cover for Andy Gruenebaum
Andy Gruenebaum
Andy Gruenebaum is an American soccer player who currently plays for Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer.-College and Amateur:...
while Will Hesmer
Will Hesmer
William "Will" Hesmer is an American soccer player who currently plays for Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer.-College:...
was out injured. On 27 February 2010 signed for new founded USSF D2 Pro League club AC St. Louis
AC St. Louis
Athletic Club of St. Louis, commonly referred to as AC St. Louis, was an American professional soccer team based in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in December 2009, the team played its first and only season the next year in the NASL Conference of the temporary USSF D2 Pro League, the...
.
On March 1, 2011, Dufty signed a contract with Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer is a professional soccer league based in the United States and sanctioned by the United States Soccer Federation . The league is composed of 19 teams — 16 in the U.S. and 3 in Canada...
.
International
Dufty was called up to the United States U-20 men's national soccer teamUnited States U-20 men's national soccer team
The United States U-20 men's national soccer team is the national under-20 soccer team of the United States of America and is controlled by the United States Soccer Federation. The highest level of competition in which the team competes is the FIFA U-20 World Cup, which is held every two years.The...
for a friendly versus Argentina
Argentina national under-20 football team
The Argentina national under-20 football team is the representative of Argentina in FIFA sponsored tournaments that pertain to that age level....
in May 2007. Dufty did not play though, as Argentina won 1-0 with a goal from Braghieri in front of 3,531 people at PAETEC Park
PAETEC Park
Sahlen's Stadium, formerly PAETEC Park and Marina Auto Stadium, is a soccer-specific stadium in Rochester, New York, USA. It is home to the Rochester Rhinos soccer team of the USL Pro league and the Western New York Flash of Women's Professional Soccer. It is also home of the Major League Lacrosse ...
in Rochester, New York
Rochester, New York
Rochester is a city in Monroe County, New York, south of Lake Ontario in the United States. Known as The World's Image Centre, it was also once known as The Flour City, and more recently as The Flower City...
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Statistics
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2009 Major League Soccer season
The 2009 Major League Soccer season was the 14th season of Major League Soccer. The season began on March 19 and ended with Real Salt Lake winning the MLS Cup 2009, on November 22 at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington-Changes from the 2008 season:...
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Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer is a professional soccer league based in the United States and sanctioned by the United States Soccer Federation . The league is composed of 19 teams — 16 in the U.S. and 3 in Canada...
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