Orange County SC is proud to welcome back one of its brightest young talents, 16-year-old center back Tyson Espy, for the 2026 season. The Dana Point native signed with the club in August 2025 and wasted no time making an impression at both the professional and international levels.
Espy made his professional debut on October 3 against Sacramento Republic FC and went on to record 3 first-team appearances during the 2025 campaign. He also featured prominently for OCSC II, making 3 appearances and scoring a goal for the reserve side.
His strong late-season form earned him national recognition. In November, Espy was called into the U.S. U-17 National Team camp in Dubai, where he appeared in all three matches and started twice. Against strong international opponents, he displayed a high level of maturity, consistently winning defensive battles, anticipating plays, and providing stability along the U.S. back line.
Espy joined Orange County SC from the LAFC Academy, bringing with him elite developmental experience and a calm, confident presence on the ball. His rapid progression through the professional ranks has made him one of OCSC’s most exciting Next Wave prospects.
The young center back is quickly becoming a name to watch both for Orange County SC and for the future of American soccer.