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The U.S. Men’s Deaf National Team officially joined U.S. Soccer’s National Team program in 2022, after years of activity as a member organization national team.
The Deaf MNT includes eligible qualifying players who must have a hearing loss of at least 55DB in their “better ear.” If you or someone you know qualifies for the Men’s Deaf National Team and plays at a high level, you can contact us via email at ExtendedNT@ussoccer.org for more information on potential playing opportunities.
GOALKEEPERS (2): Erik Jaspers (Saratoga Springs, Utah; 15/0), Ethan Sullivan* (Laguna Niguel, Calif.; 1/0)
DEFENDERS (6): Philip Cruz* (Saint Augustine, Fla.; 7/0), Kevin Fitzpatrick* (Hopatcong, N.J.; 28/0), Will Frentz (Goshen, Ky.; 35/0), Luke Haubruge* (San Marcos, Calif.; 3/0), Tate Lancaster* (Overland Park, Kan.; Eddie Perry* (Dellwood, Minn.; 25/0), Josh Rodriguez (Tampa, Fla.; 0/0), Thomas Salvi (Fairfax, Va.; 5/1)
MIDFIELDERS (11): Samson Abraham* (Seattle, Wash.; 10/2), Braden Anderson* (Boise, Idaho; 26/2), Dawson Anderson* (Boise, Idaho; 17/1), Chris Bourdon* (San Diego, Calif.; 16/3), Jacob Conteras* (Tucson, Ariz.; 4/0), Hewit Keeler (Los Angeles, Calif.; 0/0), Joseph Kennedy Jr.* (Philadelphia, Pa.; 7/1), Noah Kapustka (Arvada, Colo.; 0/0), Stanley Odoms (Pflugerville, Texas; 1/0), Raul Silva* (San Diego, Calif.; 34/5)
FORWARDS (2): Bennett Haas* (Sewickley, Pa.; 9/1), Michael Schmid* (Oberlin, Ohio; 35/14)
*Part of 2025 ICSD Deaflympics roster
Head Coach: Everett Palache
Assistant Coach: Nick Taljan
Goalkeeping Coach: Bryce Billington
