1. Nick DeLeon is highly regarded for his work rate and 1-on-1 skills.
18 Facts About Nick DeLeon
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Nick DeLeon played three years for Thunderbird High School in Phoenix, Arizona from 2004 to 2007.
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Nick DeLeon started his collegiate career at University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2008, and led freshmen in appearances with 18, starting in 12, and earned 3 assists in his first year.
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Nick DeLeon scored two goals and two assists in 12 appearances his sophomore year.
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Nick DeLeon transferred to the University of Louisville for the 2010 season.
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Nick DeLeon had a successful first season with the Cardinals, starting all 24 games and scoring 8 goals and 3 assists, and was named to the All-Big East first team.
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Nick DeLeon was invited to the 2012 MLS Combine based on his strong collegiate performances.
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Nick DeLeon signed with Major League Soccer on December 29,2011, and was chosen with the 7th overall pick of the 2012 MLS SuperDraft by DC United.
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Nick DeLeon made his first appearance for United on March 18,2012, coming on as a substitute in the second half against the LA Galaxy.
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On November 1,2018, Nick DeLeon scored a volley in the 116th minute of an MLS Playoff game against Columbus Crew.
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Nick DeLeon scored his first goal for Toronto FC in the 2019 season opener on March 2,2019, against Philadelphia Union.
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Nick DeLeon scored a goal against his former club, DC United on June 29,2019.
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Nick DeLeon scored against DC United again in the 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs on October 19,2019.
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Nick DeLeon was called up for Trinidad and Tobago's qualifying campaign for the 2012 Summer Olympics but declined.
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In January 2013, Nick DeLeon was called up for Trinidad and Tobago's senior friendly against Peru on February 6,2013, but declined.
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Nick DeLeon stated his desire to represent the United States internationally but did not eliminate the possibility of representing Trinidad and Tobago in the future.
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In January 2016, Nick DeLeon's father told Trinidadian media that his son was ready to play for Trinidad and Tobago and was working on acquiring a passport for the country.
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Nick DeLeon married his longtime girlfriend Jordan Trimble on December 14,2013.