• Position: Striker
• School: Graduated this past year from Asheville High School
• Favorite Player: Sadio Mane
• Goals for this Season: Play up with the First Team as much as possible and score goals with the academy
• Goals for Future in Soccer: To play professionally
• Favorite Hobby: Hiking with his Mom

What are your favorite things about soccer? “My favorite things about soccer is the creativity of it, how you have to use your feet, and how it is about total control of your body.”

When did you start playing? “I think I was 9 years old when I started playing.”

Why did you start playing? “I saw all my friends playing it at recess so I wanted to play it really bad and I started watching it on TV.”

“Ayden has a great physical presence and finishing ability inside the box. He has a great work ethic and always looks to improve his knowledge and maintain his skills," said Coach Stuart Jacobs. "Off of the pitch, Ayden is a calm and well-mannered young person. He is well-liked by all of his peers.”