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New Jersey MLS Next Pro has its first club president, and it’s Brady O’Connor (@bradywoconnor), a NJ native who worked on the NY/NJ 2026 World Cup host committee, as well as for Gov. Phil Murphy and Choose New Jersey. We spoke to O’Connor about his new gig, why Middlesex County is right for this rebrand and relocation of NYCFC II, how that New York City FC affiliation will work, and how important the local community will be in shaping this new club’s identity. Read more at the link in our bio/over at nysoccerjournal dot com #NYCFC #MLSNP

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@brettratner Ayyeee🙌 way to go @bradywoconnor that's awesome!!!

September 11, 2026

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