Loudoun United FC Extend Forward Wesley Leggett Through 2026 with an option for the 2027 season.
Leesburg, VA. ( December 16th, 2024) – Loudoun United FC today announced that the club has extended forward Wesley Leggett to a two–year contract through the 2026 season with an option for the 2027 season, pending league and federation approval.
Wesley Leggett, originally signed to the club in 2022, returns to Loudoun United FC after two seasons where the forward recorded 70 appearances, 14 goals (10 of those coming in the 2024 season), and six assists across all competitions.
“We are excited to secure Wes to a multi-year contract after a breakout season in 2024. His attitude and commitment towards improvement gives us faith that he’s only going to get better. We’re happy to have him with the club for the next few years.” – Director of Soccer, Olly Gage
“Wes is an exciting young player who really performed consistently this past season. If he can have the same jump in 2025, he will be a top striker in this league, and we are betting on him. He is a tremendous young man, and we are excited to help him get where he wants to go.” – Head Coach, Ryan Martin
Leggett attended St. John’s University, where he appeared in all 20 matches (four starts) in the 2021 season. The five-foot-nine-inch forward tallied three goals, including one game-winner and one assist, helping the Red Storm reach the NCAA Tournament Second Round.
Prior to St. John’s, Leggett attended the University of Connecticut. In his freshman season, the forward made six appearances for the Huskies. He made his collegiate debut against Memphis on Oct. 21, 2019.
The New Jersey native graduated from Princeton Day School and played four seasons for Match Fit Academy, tallying 21 goals and five assists as a senior after posting 20 goals and four assists as a junior.
Player: Wesley Leggett
Position: Forward
Birthdate: March 16, 2001
Age: 23
Birthplace: Lawrence, New Jersey
Height: 5’9”
Status: Domestic
