Men's Soccer

Former SJC Keeper Sheridan Inks Pro Contract with Philadelphia Union II

Former SJC Keeper Sheridan Inks Pro Contract with Philadelphia Union II
Posted: Mar 20, 2024

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Union II announced on Friday, March 15th that they have signed goalkeeper Mike Sheridan to an MLS NEXT Pro contract through 2024 with a club option for 2025. The 22-year-old goalkeeper will be added to Union II's active roster immediately.

"Mike has demonstrated his capabilities and potential with a successful collegiate career at St. Josephs as well as with USL League 2 club, West Chester United SC," said Philadelphia Union II Head Coach, Marlon LeBlanc. "He is a talented player, adds depth to our goalkeeper unit, and we look forward to integrating him into the squad."

Sheridan appeared in 22 matches (19 starts) during his two years at Saint Joseph's College of Maine. In 2022, he amassed 47 saves in 19 appearances (19 starts), maintaining a 0.79 goals against average (GAA) with five clean sheets. His performances garnered him accolades such as the All-Conference First Team selection and the esteemed title of GNAC Goalkeeper of the Year.

Most recently, Sheridan suited up for the Villanova men's soccer program, completing his college eligibility with a grad year for the Wildcats last fall. In three appearances – all starts - totaling 225 minutes, he tallied 16 saves with five goals allowed for a 2.00 GAA and a .762 save percentage and a 0-1-2 record in net.

Additionally, Sheridan played for local USL League 2 side, West Chester United SC. Last year, Sheridan added an assist in a 4-0 win over Annapolis Blues FC that sent the team to the NPSL Eastern Region Final, a match they went on to win 4-1with Sheridan in net. He becomes the third Union II professional player to join the Union from West Chester United SC since MLS NEXT Pro launched in 2022, following Chris Donovan and Kyle Tucker.

TRANSACTION: Philadelphia Union II Sign goalkeeper Mike Sheridan to an MLS NEXT Pro Contract on March 15, 2024.

 

Name: Mike Sheridan
Position: Goalkeeper
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 203 lbs.
Born: August 24, 2001
Birthplace: Folsom, Pa.
Hometown: Folsom, Pa.
Citizenship: United States
Acquired: Philadelphia Union II Sign goalkeeper Mike Sheridan on March 15, 2024.

 

THANKS IN LARGE PART TO PHILADELPHIA UNION II MEDIA RELATIONS

 

#GOMONKS

 

Follow Saint Joseph's Athletics on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram!

SIGN UP to receive email alerts about your favorite SJC teams!

Founded in 1912 by the Sisters of Mercy in Portland, Maine, Saint Joseph’s College is Maine’s Catholic liberal arts college in the Mercy tradition. We are inclusive of all faiths, including no faith. The 474-acre campus, located on the shore of Sebago Lake in Standish, Maine offers more than 40 undergraduate programs and a Division III athletic program to a population of approximately 1,000 on-campus students. A pioneer of distance education since the 1970s, the College also provides online certificates and undergraduate and graduate degrees for thousands more working adults who reside in more than 20 other countries. In 2015 the College was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching to receive its Community Engagement Classification, highlighting the College’s focus on community service throughout its mission and daily interactions within local, regional, and global communities. In 2018, Princeton Review recognized SJC as one of its “Green Colleges” for its sustainability initiatives. Learn more at www.sjcme.edu.

 

 

The Official Athletics Site of Saint Joseph's College of Maine