Playing position Role Soccer player Number 8 Height 1.85 m | 2011 Denver Pioneers Date joined March 24, 2015 Name Christian Volesky | |
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Date of birth (1992-09-15) 15 September 1992 (age 23) Place of birth Henderson, Nevada, United States 2012–2014 SIU Edwardsville Cougars Current team Rochester Rhinos (#8 / Forward) | ||
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Christian Volesky (born September 15, 1992) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a forward for Saint Louis FC.
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College & Youth
Volesky played four years of college soccer, spending one year at the University of Denver and three years at SIU Edwardsville. While at college, Volesky appeared for USL PDL club FC Tucson during their 2014 season. Volesky played four years at Foothill High School in Henderson, NV.
Professional
Volesky was named the 2015 MLS Combine Most Valuable Player after registering 2 goals in 3 games and finishing first in agility, 5-10-5, and second in the 30 meter dash.
On January 15, 2015, Volesky was selected 32nd overall in the 2015 MLS SuperDraft by Portland Timbers. However, he did not sign with the club.
Volesky joined USL club Rochester Rhinos on March 24, 2015. Volesky helped lead the Rhinos to a 19 game unbeaten streak and the 2015 USL Championship. Volesky led the team in goals with 8 and points with 19, while also claiming 3 assists his rookie season. In his second season with the Rhinos, Volesky, again led the team with 10 goals and 12 goals in all competitions, while adding 4 assists.
On January 9, 2017, Volesky's MLS rights were traded to Sporting Kansas City from Portland Timbers. However, he was waived by Kansas City on February 27, 2017.
Following his release by Kansas City, Volesky signed with USL side Saint Louis FC on March 6, 2017.