Mark Anderson (footballer)
Mark Anderson (born February 13, 1989) is an English footballer who currently plays for the Carolina RailHawks of the North American Soccer League.
College and Amateur Career
Barry University
Anderson played college soccer at Barry University in Miami Shores, Florida. As a freshman, Anderson recorded 11 goals and 11 assists, leading the nation in assists per game.
Among other honors, Anderson was named 2011 Daktronics DII National Soccer Player of the Year and 2011 Capital One Academic All-America of the Year for DII men's soccer.
Baton Rouge Capitals
After his sophomore season at Barry, Anderson joined PDL side Baton Rouge Capitals. Anderson helped the Capitals to a second-place finish in the Southeast Division and a run to the Semifinal round of playoffs.
Professional career
Fort Lauderdale Strikers
Anderson participated in the 2012 NASL Combine where he was picked up by the Fort Lauderdale Strikers. Anderson was an integral part of the Strikers' unbeaten preseason, scoring three goals in the club's final three games. On March 22, 2012 the Strikers announced that Anderson had signed professional terms with the club. He chose the number 20 jersey, last worn by Gerson Mayen.