Jacori Hayes

Jacori Hayes (born June 29, 1995) is an American professional soccer player currently playing for USL Championship club North Carolina FC. Hayes is typically deployed as a central midfielder.

College
Hayes grew up in Prince George County, Maryland. He was a four-year starter for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. At Wake Forest, he made 84 appearances, scoring 15 goals and picking up 15 assists.

Professional
Hayes was selected by FC Dallas in the first round of the 2017 MLS SuperDraft on January 13, 2017. He made his professional debut in FCD's match against Sporting Kansas City on March 11, 2017.

On April 14, 2018, Hayes scored his first MLS goal against New England Revolution.

Hayes was traded to Minnesota United on January 21, 2020, in exchange for a third-round MLS SuperDraft pick. Following the 2022 season, his contract option was declined by Minnesota.

On March 7, 2023, Hayes signed with USL Championship side San Antonio FC ahead of their 2023 season.

Hayes joined North Carolina FC on December 18, 2023, ahead of the club's return to the USL Championship.

Honors
Wake Forest
 * ACC Tournament Championship: 2016

Individual
 * All-ACC Freshman Team: 2013
 * All-ACC First Team: 2015, 2016
 * NSCAA All-South Region Second Team: 2015, 2016
 * All-ACC Tournament Team: 2015, 2016