New York Red Bulls II
New York Red Bulls II is an American professional soccer team based in Montclair, New Jersey. They are the reserve team of the New York Red Bulls and play in MLS Next Pro, the third tier in the American soccer pyramid.
| Nickname(s) | Baby Bulls Dos Toros |
|---|---|
| Founded | January 21, 2015[1] |
| Stadium | MSU Soccer Park at Pittser Field |
| Capacity | 5,000 |
| Owner | Red Bull GmbH |
| Sporting Director | Denis Hamlett |
| Head coach | Ibrahim Sekagya |
| League | MLS Next Pro |
| 2023 | 4th, Eastern Conference Playoffs: Conference Semifinals |
| Website | Club website |
| Current season | |
History edit
Red Bull New York II were founded on January 21, 2015, when the New York Red Bulls acquired the rights to start a USL club. Red Bulls II competes in the second tier of American soccer and serves as a reserve side for the first team as well as a developmental stage for young prospects and academy players. The club follows in the footsteps of many MLS clubs who created USL sides to help promote youth development throughout the nation.[2]
It was announced on March 2, 2015, that former MetroStars and Red Bulls player, John Wolyniec would be the club's new head coach. Wolyniec previously served as an assistant coach to the senior team and the academy. Former Red Bulls defender, Ibrahim Sekagya will also serve on his coaching staff.[3]
On March 19, 2015, the soccer club announced the signing of their first-ever player, and former academy standout, Tyler Adams.[4] Following their first signing, the club's first roster consisted of senior team players who were loaned down, draft picks, academy players and local trialists.[5] A week later, on March 28, the club played in their inaugural match, drawing 0–0 against the Rochester Rhinos.[6] Senior team loanee, Anatole Abang scored the club's first ever goal in a 4–1 victory against Toronto FC II, marking the first victory in club history.[7]
A New York Red Bulls team composed mostly of NYRB II players defeated Chelsea F.C. in a friendly on July 22, 2015.[8]
After spending the majority of the 2015 and 2016 season playing at Red Bull Arena, the club announced on May 10, 2016, that their new home field would be at Montclair State University's MSU Soccer Park at Pittser Field starting in 2017.[9]
The club won their first ever trophy[10] on September 7, 2016, claiming the Regular Season Title (the equivalent of the Supporters' Shield) 4–1 victory at Harrisburg City Islanders.[11] On October 23, Red Bulls II won their first USL Cup after a 5–1 victory against Swope Park Rangers at Red Bull Arena.[12]
For the abbreviated 2020 USL Championship season, due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, Red Bulls II are playing home matches at Red Bull Arena with no fans in attendance.[13]
On February 7, 2022, the club appointed Gary Lewis as new head coach.[14]
MLS Next Pro edit
MLS announced that it would be one of the new eight teams to join MLS Next Pro in 2023.[15]
Club culture edit
Supporters edit
The team-recognized, fan organized supporters group of Red Bulls II is The Rampage, founded by members of the New York Red Bulls supporters club Viking Army.[16]
Team records edit
Overall records edit
- As of October 6, 2023
| Season | USL Championship | Play-offs | U.S. Open Cup | Top Scorer | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | W | L | D | GF | GA | Pts | Position | Player | Goals | |||||
| 2015 | 28 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 46 | 45 | 42 | 4th (East) | Conference semifinals | 2R | Marius Obekop | 6 | ||
| 2016 | 30 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 61 | 21 | 69 | 1st (East)* | USL Cup Champion | Not eligible (MLS Reserve Team) | Brandon Allen | 21 | ||
| 2017 | 32 | 13 | 14 | 5 | 57 | 60 | 44 | 7th (East) | Conference Final | Stefano Bonomo | 13 | |||
| 2018 | 34 | 13 | 8 | 13 | 71 | 59 | 52 | 5th (East) | Conference Final | Amando Moreno Brian White | 10 | |||
| 2019 | 34 | 17 | 11 | 6 | 74 | 51 | 57 | 6th (East) | Conference quarterfinals | Jared Stroud | 15 | |||
| 2020 | 16 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 30 | 37 | 15 | 14th (East) 3rd (Group F) | Did not qualify | Omar Sowe | 7 | |||
| 2021 | 32 | 7 | 18 | 7 | 42 | 67 | 28 | 14th (East) 7th (Atlantic) | Did not qualify | Omar Sowe | 8 | |||
| 2022 | 34 | 3 | 25 | 6 | 24 | 76 | 15 | 14th (East) | Did not qualify | Jordan Adebayo-Smith | 7 | |||
| Season | MLS Next Pro | Play-offs | U.S. Open Cup | Top Scorer | ||||||||||
| P | W | L | D | GF | GA | Pts | Position | Player | Goals | |||||
| 2023 | 28 | 17 | 11 | 0 | 53 | 36 | 51 | 4th (East) | Conference Semifinals | Not eligible (MLS Reserve Team) | Ibrahim Kasule | 15 | ||
* Regular season title winners
- As of the 2016 season, MLS reserve sides are not allowed to compete in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.
Head coach record edit
- As of February 7, 2022
- Includes USL Regular season, USL Play-offs and U.S. Lamar Hunt Open Cup
| Name | Nationality | From | To | P | W | L | D | Win% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Wolyniec | United States | February 14, 2015 | December 10, 2021 | 188 | 90 | 62 | 36 | 47.87 |
| Gary Lewis | England | February 7, 2022 | July 2, 2022 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 5.88 |
| Ibrahim Sekagya | Uganda | July 2, 2022 | present | 14 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 14.29 |
Player honors edit
| Year | Pos | Player | Country | Honor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | FW | Brandon Allen | United States | All-League First Team |
| USL Cup MVP | ||||
| USL Rookie of the Year | ||||
| DF | Aaron Long | United States | USL Defender of the Year | |
| All-League First Team | ||||
| 2017 | MF | Vincent Bezecourt | France | All-League Second Team |
| 2019 | MF | Jared Stroud | United States | All-League First Team |
| 2023 | MF | Ibrahim Kasule | Uganda | MLS Next Pro Best XI |
Players edit
Roster edit
- As of July 28, 2023[17]
- ^ Signed to first team contract with New York Red Bulls.
- ^ New York Red Bulls Academy player.
Player statistics edit
Top appearances edit
- As of June 24, 2017[citation needed]
| # | Name | Career | USL | Playoffs | Open Cup | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Konrad Plewa | 2015–2016 | 47 | 6 | 1 | 54 |
| Dan Metzger | 2015–2017 | 49 | 4 | 1 | 54 | |
| 2 | Derrick Etienne | 2015–2019 | 42 | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| 3 | Brandon Allen | 2016–2017 | 41 | 4 | 0 | 45 |
| 4 | Devon Williams | 2015–2016 | 36 | 3 | 0 | 39 |
| 5 | Stefano Bonomo | 2015–2018 | 31 | 6 | 0 | 37 |
| Tim Schmoll | 2016–2017 | 34 | 3 | 0 | 37 | |
| Vincent Bezecourt | 2016–2019 | 33 | 4 | 0 | 37 |
Bold signifies current Red Bulls II player
Top goalscorers edit
- As of November 4, 2017[citation needed]
| # | Name | Career | USL | Playoffs | Open Cup | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brandon Allen | 2016–2017 | 24 | 6 | 0 | 30 |
| 2 | Stefano Bonomo | 2015–2018 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 21 |
| 3 | Junior Flemmings | 2016–2017 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 17 |
| 4 | Vincent Bezecourt | 2016–2019 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 14 |
| 5 | Florian Valot | 2016–2021 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 13 |
| 6 | Derrick Etienne | 2015–2017 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
Bold signifies current Red Bulls II player
Honors edit
See also edit
References edit
- ^ "Red Bulls announce USL Pro team". New York Red Bulls. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "FINAL LOOK BACK: The Inaugural New York Red Bulls II season". RedBullsAcademy.com.
- ^ "Red Bulls name John Wolyniec head coach of NYRB II". RedBullsAcademy.com.
- ^ "Red Bulls II sign Academy product Tyler Adams". newyorkredbulls.com. Retrieved March 19, 2015.
- ^ "New York Red Bulls II announce roster ahead of inaugural game". newyorkredbulls.com. Retrieved March 19, 2015.
- ^ "MATCH RECAP: Red Bulls II 0, Rochester Rhinos, 0". newyorkredbulls.com. Retrieved March 19, 2015.
- ^ "MATCH RECAP: Red Bulls II 4, Toronto FC II 1". newyorkredbulls.com. Retrieved April 4, 2015.
- ^ "New York Red Bulls stun Premier League champs Chelsea – ESPN FC". ESPNFC.com. July 22, 2015. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- ^ "New York Red Bulls II Make Montclair State University Home; Remainder of 2016 USL Schedule to be played at Red Bull Arena". newyorkredbulls.com. Retrieved May 10, 2016.
- ^ "New York Red Bulls II clinch 2016 USL Regular Season Championship". NewYorkRedBulls.com.
- ^ "Red Bulls II Claim USL Regular Season Championship". USLSoccer.com. September 7, 2016.
- ^ "Allen's Hat Trick Leads Red Bulls II to USL Cup". USLSoccer.com. October 23, 2016.
- ^ "New York Red Bulls II Unveil 2020 Return to Play Schedule". New York Red Bulls. July 2, 2020. Retrieved August 10, 2020.
- ^ "Red Bulls II Appoint Gary Lewis as New Head Coach". USLChampionship.com. Retrieved February 7, 2022.
- ^ "MLS NEXT Pro Unveils 21 Clubs for Inaugural Season". orlandocitysc.
- ^ "Meet: The Rampage, First Team-Recognized Supporters Group for NYRB II". newyorkredbulls.com. March 31, 2017. Retrieved July 14, 2022.
- ^ "NYRBII Players". New York Red Bulls. Retrieved August 1, 2021.
- ^ "Red Bulls II Claim USL Regular Season Championship". September 7, 2016.
External links edit
- Official website