Cody Laurendi

Cody Matthew Laurendi, born on August 15, 1988, in Melbourne, Florida, is a former professional footballer who played primarily as a goalkeeper. His early career included playing college soccer at South Georgia College, where he was named to the Georgia Junior College All-Tournament Team in his first year. He later attended the Heidelberg Academic and Soccer Academy in Liège, Belgium, playing as an amateur for R.R.F.C. Montegnée. Laurendi began his professional journey in 2010 with the Puerto Rico Islanders, making his mark by recording a shutout in his first start.

Throughout his career, Laurendi played for several clubs, including the Fort Lauderdale Strikers, LA Galaxy II, and Austin Aztex. He eventually found a long-term home with Oklahoma City Energy FC, where he played from 2016 to 2020. During his tenure with Energy FC, he made 98 appearances and became a significant figure within the team and the local community, serving as a community ambassador. Laurendi’s international career included representing the Puerto Rico national football team from 2017 to 2021, earning 8 caps. He was recognized globally, placing third in the CONCACAF Goalkeeper of the Year awards in 2018 for his performances with the national team.

After retiring from professional play in 2021, Laurendi remained deeply involved in soccer, particularly in Oklahoma City. He now focuses on developing the sport in urban core communities and mentoring young players. He has taken on roles such as the Director of Soccer for Fields & Futures, an organization dedicated to growing soccer in the OKC area. Laurendi is also exploring business partnerships to establish instructional schools for goalkeepers, aiming to leverage his extensive playing experience and community connections to foster the next generation of talent.