Gennaro Nigro

American soccer player, goalkeeper

Gennaro Nigro - American soccer player, goalkeeper
Born

May 29th, 2000
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A soccer player who has played as a goalkeeper. Developed soccer skills through various levels of youth competition. Represented collegiate teams, demonstrating abilities at the university level. Participated in professional leagues, contributing defensive skills and game awareness. Achieved recognition for performances in collegiate and club settings, establishing a presence within the sport.

Played for the University of North Carolina

Competed in the USL Championship

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