Cody Mizell


Cody Mizell is an American soccer player currently playing for New Mexico United in the USL Championship.

Youth

Mizell attended Clemson University, where he was first choice goalkeeper for all three seasons, winning numerous All-American and All-ACC awards as a Tiger. He was named a NCAA All-American and team Most Valuable Player as a true Freshman in 2010.

Professional career

Atlanta Silverbacks

On May 16, 2013, Mizell signed a professional contract with NASL club Atlanta Silverbacks. Mizell made his professional debut against the New York Cosmos shortly after joining the club. He went on to help Atlanta win the NASL Spring season title and a berth in the 2013 NASL Soccer Bowl.

Tampa Bay Rowdies

On March 27, 2014, Mizell signed a two-year contract with NASL club Tampa Bay Rowdies following a successful trial. He made his debut with the Rowdies on May 24, 2014 in a 3–2 win against rival side Fort Lauderdale Strikers. After making five appearances for the Rowdies in 2014, Mizell and Tampa Bay exercised an option in his contract to terminate it to explore future club considerations.

Knattspyrnufélagið Fram

Mizell signed a contract with Knattspyrnufélagið Fram of Iceland early in 2015. Mizell became an instant starter upon arrival at the historic club, and was named to Icelands best eleven on May 22, 2015.

Charlotte Independence

Mizell was sold to United Soccer League side Charlotte Independence on January 1, 2016. After a stellar year in 2017, Mizell was nominated for the USL Goalkeeper of the Year award at the end of the regular season.

Colorado Rapids

On March 2, 2017, Mizell was signed by the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer from the Charlotte Independence. Mizell made an appearance on the bench in the season opener before being loaned to the Independence to start the 2017 United Soccer League season.

Tampa Bay Rowdies

Mizell began his second stint with the Rowdies on January 5, 2018.

International career

Mizell capped multiple times for the U.S. under-17 national team, making his debut against England U17 at the 35th Mondial Minimes International Tournament in Les Essarts, France. He continued with the youth national team system appearing for the U.S. Under-18 national team and the U.S. under-20 national team.

Honors

Atlanta Silverbacks