Jake Nerwinski

Jakob Maling Nerwinski (born October 17, 1994) is an American professional soccer player who last played as a right-back for St. Louis City SC. He is currently a free-agent.

Early life A native of the Lawrenceville section of Lawrence Township, Mercer County, New Jersey, Nerwinski played varsity soccer from his freshman through senior year at Notre Dame High School in Lawrenceville under coach Mike Perone. During each of his four years as a varsity starter he earned All-County honors and was named to All-State, All-Area, or All-Conference first teams at least once per season. During his senior season, Nerwinski broke Notre Dame's all-time scoring record with 21 goals and 19 assists.

Professional On January 13, 2017, Nerwinski was selected 7th overall in the 2017 MLS SuperDraft by Vancouver Whitecaps FC. He signed with the club on February 9, 2017.

Nerwinski made his professional debut on February 22, 2017, in a 1–1 draw with the New York Red Bulls in the CONCACAF Champions League.

Following the 2022 season, Nerwinski's contract option was declined by Vancouver.

Nerwinski signed a two-year deal with St. Louis City SC on November 28, 2022, joining the club in their inaugural season in MLS in 2023. Nerwinski left St.Louis in October 2024 after having his contract option declined by the club following the 2024 season.

Honors Vancouver Whitecaps Canadian Championship: 2022 St. Louis City SC Western Conference (regular season): 2023

Personal life Born in the United States, Nerwinski is of Polish descent through his great-grandparents who arrived to the United States from Warsaw, Poland.