Hugh Roberts (soccer)

Hugh Roberts (born September 27, 1992) is an American soccer player who plays as a defender for USL League One club Charlotte Independence.

Youth and college

College

Roberts played college soccer at George Mason University between 2010 and 2013.

While at college, Roberts played for USL PDL club Baltimore Bohemians during their 2012 and 2013 seasons.

Club career

Richmond Kickers

Roberts signed with USL Pro club Richmond Kickers on March 7, 2013. After three seasons with the Kickers, Roberts became a regular starter on the backline making 79 total appearances and scoring twice. During the 2016 season, Roberts was named to the USL All-League First Team.

Bethlehem Steel

Roberts signed with USL club Bethlehem Steel FC on December 22, 2016. Roberts scored his first goal for Bethlehem in April 2017, the winner in a 1–0 home victory over FC Cincinnati.

Pittsburgh Riverhounds

After a single season with Bethlehem Steel, Roberts signed for USL's other Pennsylvania-based team, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC on March 7, 2018.

Charlotte Independence

On January 10, 2019, Roberts joined USL Championship side Charlotte Independence.

Monterey Bay FC

Roberts signed with expansion side Monterey Bay F.C. on February 8, 2022, and was named the team's captain for their inaugural season. Roberts was included in the starting 11 for Monterey Bay's inaugural match, a 4–2 loss to Phoenix Rising FC. His first goal with the club came in the 90th minute in a match away to Oakland Roots. The goal was the game winner for the club's first ever victory in a professional competition. He left Monterey Bay following their 2023 season.