Midfielder | #17
Logan Neidlinger | #17
Position: M
Height: 6’0
Weight: 165
DOB: 9/6/05
Hometown: Indianapolis, Ind.
Acquired: USL Academy contract 1/30/24
Pronunciation
Youngest player in Boys in Blue history and the first Indy Eleven Academy player ever to score a goal on Aug. 11 vs. New Mexico United at Carroll Stadium.
Made his U.S. Open Cup debut in the semifinal at MLS-side Sporting Kansas City, starting and playing 77 minutes.
Recorded his first USLC assist vs. Miami, delivering a beautiful cross from just inside the area on the right side.
In playoff match vs. Rhode Island, recorded 13 completed passes in the final third, four recoveries, and two tackles won.
Made his debut on July 13 vs. Loudoun United. He increased his minutes the next two games, earning his first start at Charleston on August 2. Neidlinger started all four USL Championship matches in August, playing the full 90 in the first three.
Fourth among Boys in Blue returning players with 36 crosses last season. Logged 847 minutes in 15 matches, starting nine. Season highs of five clearances, five tackles, three interceptions, and two shots on target.
Became the third Indy Eleven Academy player to sign a professional contract on October 9, 2024.
“It is a great feeling to sign a professional contract with my hometown team,” said Neidlinger. “I’ve worked my entire life to become a professional soccer player, and all of the hard work and sacrifices have paid off.”
In March of 2024, Neidlinger helped the Indy Eleven U20 team win its third consecutive USL Academy Cup in Tampa.
Signed a USL Academy contract on January 30, 2024.
In 2022 and 2023, Neidlinger played for the Indy Eleven Academy U-19 team.
Prior to joining the Indy Eleven U-17 team in 2021, Neidlinger played three seasons for the Columbus (Ind.) Express.
