Lexington, KY– Lexington Sporting Club is thrilled to announce the signing of defender Joseph Hafferty on a transfer agreement from Las Vegas Lights FC. A dynamic and versatile player, Hafferty brings extensive professional experience and a championship pedigree to the club as it prepares for its inaugural season in the USL Championship.
Hafferty expressed his excitement about the move, stating, “I’m honored to join Lexington Sporting Club and be part of a new chapter for the team. The opportunity to help build something special with Coach Boss and my new teammates is something I’m deeply committed to.”
Hafferty joined Las Vegas Lights FC following an outstanding season with Austin FC II in MLS NEXT Pro, where he played a pivotal role in the team’s championship-winning campaign. He was voted to the league’s Best XI after making 31 appearances across the regular season and playoffs. Hafferty demonstrated his defensive prowess with 40 tackles won at a 64.5 percent success rate, 33 interceptions, and 172 recoveries, solidifying his reputation as one of the league’s premier defenders.
Previously, Hafferty made 10 appearances in the USL Championship for Tacoma Defiance after being selected by Seattle Sounders FC in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft. His professional journey began with Inter Miami CF, marking a steady rise through the ranks of American soccer.
“Joe is a winner and a high-level competitor,” said Head Coach Terry Boss. “He’s a tireless defender and his ability to break lines on the pass or dribble makes him difficult for the opposition’s first line to defend.”
As Lexington Sporting Club prepares for its first season in the USL Championship, the addition of Hafferty bolsters its defensive lineup and adds a player with a proven track record of success. Fans can see Hafferty in action at the 2025 Season Home Opener on March 8, 2025, against Hartford Athletic.
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About Lexington Sporting Club
Lexington Sporting Club is a U.S. Soccer professional soccer club competing in the USL Championship (U.S. Soccer Second Division men’s professional soccer), and in USL Super League (U.S. Soccer First Division women’s professional soccer). The two professional teams are the pinnacle of the soccer ecosystem in Lexington that features more than 1,000 players within its youth and academy systems. Lexington SC has recently opened a 7500-seat, state-of-the-art stadium, indoor facilities and training fields.
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