Orange County announced this morning that they signed Goalkeeper Cody Cropper for the 2023 season. Cropper, who has previously played in the USL Championship with Memphis 901 on Loan, also has experience through his career in England and multiple MLS sides. His most recent playing experience is with Vancouver Whitecaps of the MLS. Please see below for the statement from Orange County Soccer Club to accompany the signing of Cropper.
ORANGE COUNTY SC SIGN GOALKEEPER CODY CROPPER FOR 2023
Orange County SC has announced the signing of former Vancouver Whitecaps goalkeeper Cody Cropper.
Cropper, a 30-year-old native of Minneapolis, MN, appeared in 15 MLS matches and kept 5 clean sheets. He also led the Whitecaps to a Canadian Championship victory after allowing just three goals in four matches.
“One of the main reasons that I wanted to join OCSC was to continue playing the game that I love,” Cropper said. “In addition to this, I firmly believe that the organization is capable of great things, like competing for and winning the USL Championship for a second time in three years.”
Cropper has also appeared for FC Cincinnati and the New England Revolution in MLS, producing 10 clean sheets in 36 appearances for the Revs. He also has spent time in the USL, previously making a total of 23 appearances with Memphis 901 FC and Hartford Athletic.
“Cody brings a wealth of experience with him from his time within Major League Soccer,” OCSC Sporting Director Peter Nugent said. “He is a great shot stopper and will bring a commanding presence to our backline. We are looking forward to integrating him into the team.”
Prior to coming back to the United States, Cropper spent time with MK Dons in the English Championship and Southampton’s U-21 side. At the international level, Cropper has represented the United States at the U-20 and U-23 levels, including as the first choice goalkeeper for the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup and the 2015 Toulon Tournament.
Cropper now brings his lifetime 1.69 Goals Against Average to the Champ and will be available for selection in OCSC’s next match on March 18 against the Tampa Bay Rowdies at 7:00 PM. This match is our Spring Beer Fest and a limited number of tickets are still available!