Jacob Jackson (soccer)

Jacob Daniel Jackson (born April 25, 2000) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper for San Jose Earthquakes.

College and amateur
Jackson was born in San Diego, California, and played his college career at Loyola Marymount between 2019 and 2021, making 42 appearances. Named the West Coast Conference Goalkeeper of the Year and an All-WCC First Team selection in 2020 and 2021.

Jackson also played for Real Salt Lake Academy, San Diego Surf Academy, and San Diego Soccer Club.

Professional
On January 18, 2022, Jackson was selected by the New England Revolution in the first round (24 overall) of the MLS SuperDraft.

On February 15, 2022, Jackson signed with the Revs, keeping his college jersey number 98.

Jackson was loaned to the Revolutions' MLS Next Pro affiliate, New England Revolution II for the 2022 season. Jackson won the Goalkeeper of the Month award in for May 2022.

Jackson made his MLS debut on October 14, 2023, recording seven saves in a 3–2 loss to Nashville SC. On October 21, 2023, Jackson made his home debut, and recorded his first win, in the Revolution's 2–1 win over Philadelphia Union at Gillette Stadium in front of 41,355.

Jackson was waived by New England on April 23, 2024. He was subsequently claimed off waivers by San Jose Earthquakes on April 29, 2024.