Jordan Scarlett (footballer)

Jordan Scarlett (born 8 July 1995) is a Jamaican professional footballer who currently plays in the USL Championship for Hartford Athletic.

Early life
Scarlett was born in Jamaica, but grew up in The Bronx in New York City.

College and amateur
From 2010 to 2012, Scarlett starred for Christopher Columbus High School in the Bronx, playing as a central midfielder and scoring 19 goals in 34 appearances from Sophomore year to Senior year. Scarlett also played college soccer at Iona College between 2013 and 2016, and in the USL Premier Development League with Reading United AC in 2015, and Lehigh Valley United in 2016.

Professional
On 17 January 2017, Scarlett was drafted in the third round (61st overall) of the 2017 MLS SuperDraft by New York Red Bulls. He signed with New York Red Bulls II on 22 March 2017. After beginning the 2017 season injured, Scarlett earned a starting position for Red Bull II and made 19 appearances during the season.

In 2018 Scarlett appeared in 20 matches, once again missing significant time due to injury, helping the club reach the USL Playoffs. On 4 February 2019, he signed a new contract with the club.

Scarlett signed with the Tampa Bay Rowdies on 19 December 2019. He was released by Tampa following their 2022 season.

On 1 March 2023, Scarlett signed with USL Championship side Louisville City for their 2023 season. Scarlett's 2023 season was cut short by a knee injury.

Scarlett signed with Hartford Athletic on 8 January 2024.