Brandon Aubrey

Multi-sport athlete with football career

Brandon Aubrey - Multi-sport athlete with football career
Born

March 14th, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A multi-sport athlete excelled in professional football and soccer. Played college football at the University of Pittsburgh as a kicker and punter. Transitioned to soccer and signed with Toronto FC in Major League Soccer. Achieved success in football, transitioning to play for the Arlington Renegades in the XFL. Also represented various teams in American football during a series of semi-professional leagues.

Played for Toronto FC in MLS

Kicked for the Arlington Renegades in XFL

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