Peruvian-American StrikerJose Segura
“De manera Segura.”
Peruvian-American striker (2009), born in Harrisburg, PA, currently playing for Orlando City SC Academy U19 in MLS NEXT. Known for goal scoring, intelligent movement, and attacking impact. He developed through competitive clubs in Los Angeles, Miami, and Orlando, earning top scorer honors at multiple levels, including his first season with Orlando City SC. He has represented Peru at the U17 level. He wears jersey #9 for Orlando City SC Academy U19. Off the pitch, he plays guitar.
- Positions
- Striker Winger · #10
- Foot
- Right Comfortable with left
- Height
- 5'11" 180 cm
- Weight
- 170 lbs 77 kg
- Birth Year
- 2009 Class of 2027
- Jersey
- #9 Orlando U19
Footage & Evidence
Videos
Complete match archives, tactical game moments, and academy training footage for technical analysis.
Performance Record
Season Statistics
Current-season stats alongside the previous season for context.
6
Matches
1
Goals
0
Assists
250
Min
0/0
Penalties
0 attempts
0.36
Goals / 90 min
1 goals × 90 min / 250 min played
0.36
G+A / 90 min
(1 G + 0 A) × 90 min / 250 min played
250.0
Min / Goal
250 min played / 1 goals
9.1%
Goal Involvement
(1 G + 0 A) / 11 team goals × 100
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Penalty Conversion
38
Matches
18
Goals
2 hat-tricks
3
Assists
1,861
Min
2/3
Penalties
0.87
Goals / 90 min
18 goals × 90 min / 1,861 min played
1.02
G+A / 90 min
(18 G + 3 A) × 90 min / 1,861 min played
103.4
Min / Goal
1,861 min played / 18 goals
35.6%
Goal Involvement
(18 G + 3 A) / 59 team goals × 100
66.7%
Penalty Conversion
2 scored / 3 taken × 100
Player Profile
Style of Play & Strengths
Technical, tactical, and athletic strengths demonstrated across MLS NEXT and international competition.
Clinical Box Finishing
High-efficiency conversion inside the 18-yard box with both feet; instinctive one-touch finishing off low cutbacks and crosses.
Intelligent Off-the-Ball Movement
Constantly manipulates center-back blind spots and times vertical runs behind opposing backlines to break offside traps.
Hold-Up & Link Play in Tight Spaces
Uses athletic 5'11", 170-lb frame to shield defenders, absorb contact with back to goal, and lay off to arriving midfielders.
High-Intensity Front Press
Relentless work rate leading the defensive line press, cutting central passing angles and forcing opposition turnovers.
Front-Line Versatility
Primary center forward (#9) with the speed, technical comfort, and vision to operate effectively as a winger or attacking #10.
Composure Under Big-Game Pressure
Demonstrated poise in critical moments, delivering key goals in showcase tournaments, national team friendlies, and playoff fixtures.
Honors & Accolades
Awards & Recognition
Consecutive top goal scorer awards and tournament recognitions across academy and school competition.
Top Goal Scorer — Orlando City South U17
On loan for 3 months from Orlando City SC Academy U19 · 10 goals and 2 assists in 16 matches · 1 hat-trick · 2 goals on debut at MLS NEXT Fest
Top Goal Scorer — Orlando City SC U16
30 goals and 5 assists in 38 matches
Top Goal Scorer — Athletum FC U15
26 goals and 7 assists in 29 matches
MVP — Doral Academy of Technology
Freshman MVP award for best player
Selected Showcases
Showcase Highlights
Standout tournament appearances against top domestic MLS academies and international youth national teams.
Apr 2026MLS Next Flex Tournament
Orlando City SC Academy U19
2
Goals
3
Matches
1.20
G / 90
Feb 2026National Academy Championship Tournament
Orlando City South SC U17
2
Goals
6
Matches
0.52
G / 90
Oct 2025Adidas Cup
Peruvian Regional Team U16
4
Goals
5
Matches
1.41
G / 90
Pathway & Environments
Experience
Competitive development across MLS NEXT academies, first-team training sessions, and national team squads.
Orlando City SC 1st Team Men's — Training Invite
Sep 2026
In September 2026, Jose had multiple training opportunities with the Orlando City SC first team. Training environment only — not a first-team roster appearance.
Orlando City B Men's — MLS NEXT Pro Training
Sep 2026
In September 2026, Jose had multiple training opportunities with Orlando City B, Orlando City’s MLS NEXT Pro team. Training environment only — not a rostered appearance.
Colombian National Team Men's — Training Invite
Mar 2026
Took part in a training opportunity alongside the Colombia senior men’s national team during their camp at Orlando City facilities.
Orlando City SC Academy U19
Sep 2025 – Present
Primary club — competing at U19 level in MLS NEXT
Orlando City South SC U17
Nov 2025 – Mar 2026
On loan from Orlando City SC - Immediate impact scoring 10 goals and 2 assists in 16 games
Peruvian National Team U17
Oct 2025, Dec 2025
2 call-ups to Peru youth squads
Orlando City SC U16
Sep 2024 – Jun 2025
30 goals and 5 assists in 38 matches · 1.64 goal contributions per 90 · 1,919 minutes
USA National Team U16 — 2009 Talent ID
2024
2 invitations to the US Soccer Talent Identification · Scored a hat trick in the first invite
Athletum FC U15
Sep 2023 – Jun 2024
26 goals and 7 assists — Introduction to MLS NEXT
Career Record
Career Totals by Team and Season
Match-by-match performance tracked across 111 career appearances.
| Team | Season | Matches | Min | G | A | G/90 | Team Goals | Goal Involv. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando City SC Academy U19 | 2026–27 Current Season | 6 | 250 | 1 | 0 | 0.36 | 11 | 9.1% |
| Orlando City SC Academy U19 | 2025–26 | 13 | 457 | 4 | 1 | 0.79 | 28 | 17.9% |
| Orlando City South SC U17 | 2025–26 | 16 | 1,065 | 10 | 2 | 0.85 | 21 | 57.1% |
| Peruvian National Team U17 | 2025–26 | 4 | 84 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 3 | 0.0% |
 Peruvian Regional Team U16 | 2025–26 | 5 | 255 | 4 | 0 | 1.41 | 7 | 57.1% |
| Orlando City SC U16 | 2024–25 | 38 | 1,919 | 30 | 5 | 1.41 | 97 | 36.1% |
| Athletum FC U15 | 2023–24 | 29 | 2,040 | 26 | 7 | 1.15 | 81 | 40.7% |
| Total | 111 | 6,070 | 75 | 15 | 1.11 | 248 | 36.3% | |
Complete Tournament Record
Full comparative archive across every showcase, cup, and championship appearance.
| Event | Team | When | Matches | Min | G | A | G/90 | Goal Involv. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLS Next Flex Tournament | Orlando City SC Academy U19 | Apr '26 | 3 | 150 | 2 | 0 | 1.20 | 33.3% |
| National Academy Championship Tournament | Orlando City South SC U17 | Feb '26 | 6 | 345 | 2 | 0 | 0.52 | 40.0% |
 Copa UC | Peruvian National Team U17 | Dec '25 | 4 | 84 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0% |
 MLS Next Fest Showcase | Orlando City South SC U17 | Dec '25 | 3 | 135 | 4 | 0 | 2.67 | 80.0% |
| Adidas Cup | Peruvian Regional Team U16 | Oct '25 | 5 | 255 | 4 | 0 | 1.41 | 57.1% |
 MLS Next Cup Playoffs | Orlando City SC U16 | Jun '25 | 1 | 40 | 1 | 0 | 2.25 | 50.0% |
| MLS Next Flex Tournament | Orlando City SC U16 | May '25 | 3 | 150 | 2 | 0 | 1.20 | 33.3% |
 Generation Adidas Cup | Orlando City SC U16 | Apr '25 | 6 | 131 | 4 | 0 | 2.75 | 50.0% |
| MLS Next Fest Showcase | Orlando City SC U16 | Dec '24 | 3 | 200 | 4 | 1 | 1.80 | 62.5% |
| MLS Next Cup Playoffs | Athletum FC U15 | Jun '24 | 2 | 120 | 2 | 0 | 1.50 | 66.7% |
| MLS Next Flex Tournament | Athletum FC U15 | May '24 | 3 | 120 | 2 | 1 | 1.50 | 42.9% |
| MLS Next Fest Showcase | Athletum FC U15 | Dec '23 | 3 | 220 | 2 | 0 | 0.82 | 22.2% |
Contact
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