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MLS SuperDraft 2016 - Antonio Matarazzo (Columbia)
Antonio Matarazzo, Columbia
Player Details
Name
Antonio MatarazzoHeight
6' 4"Weight
185 lbsDate of Birth
4.29.1993 (31)Birthplace
Fair Lawn, NJ USAPosition
Midfielder
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Career Summary
Matarazzo was drafted No. 48 overall by Orlando after a successful four-year career in the Ivy League with Columbia University. In his senior season, Matarazzo was named to the All-Ivy League second team – the third all-conference honor in his career – as he finished second on the team in minutes (1,410).
In four seasons with Columbia, Matarazzo featured in 49 matches – playing a crucial role for his team in both midfield and defense. Prior to attending Columbia University, Antonio was a three-year letter-winner at Fair Lawn High School (N.J.) and a two-time Bergen County All-League selection.
| Year | School | GP | GS | G | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Columbia | 16 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | Columbia | 16 | 12 | 1 | 3 |
| 2013 | Columbia | 17 | 17 | 4 | 0 |
| 2012 | Columbia | 16 | 16 | 1 | 1 |
Career Highlights:
- 2015: Second Team All-Ivy League. Second on team amongst field players for minutes played.
- 2014: Honorable Mention All-Ivy League. Tied for team lead in assists.
- 2013: Led the team in minutes.
- 2012: Honorable Mention All-Ivy League.
- High School: Attended Fair Lawn High School, in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. Three-year letterwinner and two-time Bergen County All-League Selection. Had 20 goals and 15 assists in his last two seasons.
- Club/National Team: Played for New York Red Bulls Academy team that finished fourth in the country in 2012.
