CARY, N.C. (February 22, 2019) – Alex Comsia, a former standout member of NCFC U-23 and the UNC men’s soccer program, has signed a contract with North Carolina FC, pending league and federation approval. Comsia earned the contract after a successful preseason trial.



“I knew about Alex [Comsia] when I first came on board and we started looking at candidates from the MLS Combine,” said North Carolina FC Head Coach Dave Sarachan. “I knew he had a great career at UNC. We had an opportunity to keep an eye on him at their combine and our combine. He’s certainly a great example of a guy who has put in the work in the club system and has an opportunity to be part of our first team.”



The Canadian played the past four seasons at UNC where he made 80 appearances and helped lead his team to the College Cup in 2016 and 2017. Comsia enjoyed an impressive senior season in 2018 where he was named a First Team All-American, the ACC Defensive Player of the Year and the ACC Scholar Athlete of the Year.



Comsia spent three seasons with NCFC U-23 from 2015-2017. The defender was a key starter for the side and joins a growing list of U-23 products to make the jump to the professional ranks.



During his youth career, the defender was a part of the Vancouver Whitecaps residency program and a member of several Canadian youth national teams. Comsia won a bronze medal at the 2013 CONCACAF Men’s Under-17 Championship and represented his country at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in 2013. He also played in nine matches for Canada’s U-20 side.



North Carolina FC’s roster includes goalkeeper Alex Tambakis, defenders Sam Brotherton, Alex Comsia, Aaron Guillen, Timmy Mehl, Manny Perez and DJ Taylor, midfielders Austin da Luz, Dre Fortune, Victor Igbekoyi, Tommy McCabe, Steven Miller, Austin Panchot, Graham Smith and Duval Wapiwo and forwards Yamikani Chester, Donovan Ewolo, Robert Kristo, Marios Lomis and Ben Speas.



As the start of the 2019 season nears, both individual game, flex plans and season tickets are available for purchase on Ticketmaster – the club’s official ticketing and technology partner. Click here to learn more about tickets or call the Coastal Credit Union Box Office at 919-459-8144 to speak with a ticket representative.



Player Profile:

Name: Alex Comsia

Position: Defender

Birthdate: 08/01/1996 (Age: 22)

Hometown: North Vancouver, British Columbia

Height: 6’0

Weight: 165 lbs

Citizenship: Canada

College: UNC

Transaction: North Carolina FC has signed Alex Comsia.

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