A center back from Reno, Nev., Erick Ceja Gonzalez returns to Lexington SC after a successful 2023 season.
Starting the season in a reserve role, Gonzalez found his way into the starting lineup and never looked back, becoming one of the club’s most reliable defenders despite his age.
Despite being 22, he is far from inexperienced, with the defender having received accolades of all sorts since he began playing youth club soccer for Sierra Nevada FC and Sagebrush SC.
During his high school career at North Valleys, Ceja Gonzalez captured Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association All-Conference First Team honors in three consecutive seasons (2017-2019) and earned All-State First Team distinction his senior season (2019).
Choosing to remain in Reno to begin his collegiate career, Ceja Gonzalez joined the men’s soccer ranks at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC). His inaugural college season saw him awarded All-Region XVIII First Team and team MVP honors.
After two seasons with TMCC, Gonzalez entered the United Premier Soccer League (USL) and has since been playing for Reno United FC.
“Coming back to LSC means a lot,” he said. “It’s nice when a club sees potential in you, especially the club that gave me the opportunity to earn my first pro contract. I’m ready to work hard and have an amazing season.”
Sporting Director Sam Stockley
“Erick is a fantastic prospect who shows the highest attributes of being able to play at the professional level. He’s a true defender who has quality on the ball and is equally comfortable with his left or right foot. We think he has an unbelievable ceiling and are excited to have him on our team.”
