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Shawn Ferguson

Shawn Ferguson

American soccer player

Shawn Ferguson (born January 21, 1991, in Rock Hill, South Carolina) is a retired American soccer player who formerly played for Charleston Battery in the United Soccer League.

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Career

Born in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Ferguson started his career with Discoveries Soccer Club [1] and Northwestern High School, playing on both teams with future Battery teammate Ricky Garbanzo. He attended the College of Charleston and played as a center back on the Cougars soccer team.[2]

While still finishing his college degree, Ferguson signed with USL Professional Division club Charleston Battery on April 3, 2013.[3] During the 2014 season Ferguson became a first-choice starter in central defense alongside Colin Falvey. Ferguson had a breakthrough season in 2015, starting 27 of 28 league matches and being voted the club's defender of year by fans as well as being named a First Team All-USL selection by the league.

Prior to the 2016 season, Ferguson was named team captain by coach Mike Anhaeuser.

Ferguson retired shortly before the 2017 season.

References

  1. [1]
    Shawn Ferguson….Story Of A Homegrown Professional
  2. [2]
    Shawn Ferguson - College of Charleston Athletics
  3. [3]
    Battery Make Local Signings - United Soccer Leagues (USL) Archived 2013-10-05 at the Wayback Machine
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