Jack Thompson (soccer)

Jackson Matthew Thompson (born July 2, 1992) is an American soccer player who currently plays for Charlotte Independence in the USL.

Career

Youth, College and Amateur

Thompson was part of the Columbus Crew Soccer Academy for three years before spending his entire college career at Messiah College. He made a total of 89 appearances for the Falcons and tallied 35 goals and 50 assists.

He also played in the Premier Development League for Southern West Virginia King's Warriors.

Professional

On March 20, 2015, Thompson signed a professional contract with USL expansion side Charlotte Independence. On March 27, he made his professional debut for the club in their season opener against the Charleston Battery and scored the first goal in club history. Unfortunately, the match ended in a 3–2 defeat. Given the Nickname 'Rat' by his team mates for his scamper-like run.