Alex Mapp

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Born (1998-05-06) May 6, 1998 (age 27)
Medina, Ohio
NationalityAmerican
Alma materUniversity of Akron
OccupationSoccer player

Alex Mapp (born May 6, 1998)[1] is an American professional soccer player who plays as a defender for Beaconsfield Town in the Southern League Division One Central.

Early Life and Education

Mapp was born in Medina, Ohio, and attended Highland High School. He played club soccer for Internationals Soccer Academy in the U.S. Soccer Development Academy (USSDA). In February 2016, he committed to playing college soccer at the University of Akron.[2]

College Career

Akron Zips (2016–2017)

Mapp joined the Akron Zips men's soccer team in 2016 but did not appear in a match during his first season. In 2017, Akron advanced to the NCAA College Cup semifinals.[3]

Ashland Eagles (2018–2019)

In 2018, Mapp transferred to Ashland University, where he played under head coach Oliver Slawson.[4]

Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (2021)

In 2021, Mapp transferred to Coastal Carolina University, competing in the Sun Belt Conference. The team qualified for the NCAA Tournament that year and played against Wake Forest in the first round.[5]

Professional Career

Vänersborgs IF (2021–2023)

In July 2021, Mapp signed his first professional contract with Vänersborgs IF, a club in Ettan Fotboll Södra, Sweden’s third tier.[6] He made his professional debut on August 18, 2021, in a Swedish Cup match against GAIS.

During the 2022 season, he made four league appearances, but was injured several times.[7]

In 2023, he suffered a shoulder dislocation in a match against Åtvidabergs FF.[8]

Mapp played for Vänersborgs IF from July 2021 to December 2023, making 29 total league appearances.

Sporting Kristina (2024)

In early 2024, Mapp signed with Sporting Kristina, a club in Kolmonen (the Finnish fourth tier). He made his league debut against Vaasa IFK.[9] His player profile is listed on the club's official website.[10]

Beaconsfield Town (2024–Present)

In July 2024, Mapp joined Beaconsfield Town, playing in the Southern League Division One Central.[11]

Career Statistics

Career Statistics
Club Season League Appearances Goals
Vänersborgs IF 2021 Ettan Fotboll (Sweden) 11 0
Vänersborgs IF 2022 Ettan Fotboll (Sweden) 4 0
Vänersborgs IF 2023 Ettan Fotboll (Sweden) 14 0
Sporting Kristina 2024 Kolmonen (Finland) 7 0
Beaconsfield Town 2024–Present Southern League (England) TBD TBD

Personal Life

Mapp holds dual citizenship in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Honors

College

  • GLIAC Tournament Most Valuable Player (2018)

References

  1. "Alex Mapp, 2017 Akron Men's Soccer Roster". The University of Akron. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  2. Clark, Travis (October 29, 2015). "Boys Commitments: Akron's acquisition". Topdrawersoccer. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  3. "Akron Suffers 2-0 Setback to Top-Rated Stanford in College Cup Semifinals". The University of Akron. December 8, 2017.
  4. "Eagles Bring In 10 Players in 2018 Recruiting Class". Ashland University. July 9, 2018. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  5. "No. 25 Men's Soccer Opens NCAA Tournament with No. 5 Wake Forest". Coastal Carolina Athletics. May 1, 2021. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  6. Andersson, Simon (August 13, 2021). "Alex Mapp klar för Vänersborgs IF". TTELA. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  7. "Mapp redo för 2023: "Hoppas få vara skadefri"". Vänersborgs IF. December 26, 2022.
  8. Andersson, Adam (June 18, 2023). "Vänersborgs IF:s Alex Mapp har fått lämna sjukhuset". TTELA. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  9. Transfermarkt - Sporting Kristina vs. Vaasa IFK
  10. Sporting Kristina - Player Profile
  11. "Beaconsfield Town Journey for Mapp". Beaconsfield Town. August 6, 2024. Retrieved 25 March 2025.

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