FORD JARRETT

2027 Goalkeeper • Hickory, North Carolina

Anthony “Ford” Jarrett

Explosive shot stopper, confident in 1v1 moments, vocal organizer, and comfortable building play out of the back.

5'9" 164 lbs 3.2 W GPA Premier / D1 Club
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Ford Jarrett in goalkeeper kit
Class of 2027

About Ford

Ford Jarrett is a goalkeeper from Hickory, North Carolina with more than 10 years of competitive experience. He has developed with Catawba Valley Youth Soccer Association (CVYSA) since 2015 and currently plays varsity soccer for Hickory High School.

In 2025, he helped Hickory High School to a 20-5-1 record, earned Conference Goalkeeper of the Year, made All-Conference, and posted 12 varsity shutouts. He also spent time in North Carolina ODP (2020–2025) and served as a guest goalkeeper for Fusion FC U18/U19 in ECNL-level events.

  • Shot stopping power
  • 1v1 dominance
  • Vocal command
  • Distribution
  • Coachability
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Athletic Awards & Honors

  • Conference Goalkeeper of the Year (2025)
  • All-Conference (2025)
  • 12 Shutouts — Varsity (2025)
  • All-State Selection

Academic Awards & Activities

  • Esprit du Corps Award — English
  • Debate Club Member
  • 3.2 Weighted GPA

Soccer Experience

2015–Present

Catawba Valley Youth Soccer Association (CVYSA) — Premier

Primary club development environment. Recruited to start for 2007 Blue Premier with 10+ years of competitive experience.

2020–2025

North Carolina ODP — 2008 Boys

Participated in Olympic Development Program competition and goalkeeper development opportunities.

2024–Present

Hickory High School — Varsity Goalkeeper

Helped lead Hickory High School to a 20-5-1 record in 2025 while recording 12 shutouts.

2025

Fusion FC — Guest Goalkeeper

Guest starter for Fusion Greensboro U18/U19 squads in ECNL-level tournaments.

Academics & Future Path

Ford is interested in building a future around athletics beyond the field. Current interests include:

Sports Law Sports Management Sports Business Coaching

He brings leadership, coachability, and consistency to his teams while balancing athletics with classroom performance and extracurricular involvement.

Contact & References

Player

Email: FordJarrett08gk@gmail.com

Website: fordjarrett.com

Parent Contact

Christina Jarrett

Phone: 828-244-5880

Email: O8goallemom@gmail.com

Jason Jarrett: 828-244-0512 • jasonajarrett@gmail.com

Coaching References

David Nieland — Hickory High School

954-918-5484 • nielandda@hickoryschools.net

Godwin Iwelumo — CVYSA

704-450-9211 • gdwniwelumo@yahoo.com

Juan Basabe — Private GK Coach

608-797-8461 • juanbasabebaque@gmail.com

2026 Season

Hickory High School Men’s Soccer

Ford’s game schedule for the 2026 season.