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Alex Shinsky

b. 1993

American soccer player

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About Alex Shinsky

Born 1993. Alex Shinsky is an American association football player.

Joseph Alexander Shinsky (born April 2, 1993) is an American former soccer player who is currently an assistant coach for the Temple Owls.

Career Early During his high school years Shinsky was a part of the U.S. U-17 National Team, while competing with them he scored a goal in the FIFA World Cup in Malawi.

Shinsky played club soccer for SuperNova FC and coach Niki Nikolic.

Shinsky was ranked as one of the top recruits in the nation.

College Shinsky began his college soccer career at the University of Maryland. In 2011, he made 11 appearances and recorded two assists. In his second season with the Terrapins in 2012, he appeared in 19 games and again registered two assists while helping the Terps become the ACC Champions. In 2013, he appeared in 16 games and scored his first collegiate goal in a 2–1 win in the NCAA tournament quarterfinal match against California to help get Maryland to the College Cup. In 2014, he made 10 appearances, captained the team and notched two goals and two assists.

Professional Shinsky was drafted in the fourth round (68th overall) of the 2015 MLS SuperDraft by the Chicago Fire. However, he was not signed by the club.

Shinsky later joined USL Pro club Arizona United.

Coaching Shinsky spent two years working with the Army Black Knights men's soccer team before joining the staff of the Temple Owls.

Honors Maryland Terrapins ACC Conference Champions (2): 2012, 2013 Big Ten Conference Champions (1): 2014

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University of Maryland
Also known as
Joseph Alexander Shinsky

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Alex Shinsky?

American soccer player

When was Alex Shinsky born?

Alex Shinsky was born on 2 April 1993 in York.

What is Alex Shinsky's occupation?

Alex Shinsky is an association football player.

What nationality is Alex Shinsky?

Alex Shinsky is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alex Shinsky

· Wikidata: Q19901631

· DBpedia: Alex Shinsky

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