Leesburg, VA (May 14, 2026) — Loudoun United FC has signed defender Aleeza Awan and midfielder Jordan Felton to its USL W Team for the 2026 season, pending league and federation approval.
Awan joins Loudoun United as a defender from Virginia Revolution SC committed to East Carolina University. A member of the high school class of 2027, Awan has been a two-year varsity starter and earned First Team All-Region honors in 2025. In 2024, she was named First Team All-Conference and Honorable Mention All-State while helping her team capture conference, regional, and state championships. She previously captained teams within the TSJ FC Virginia Girls Academy program and has competed across eight seasons of club soccer, including time with Loudoun Soccer, TSJ FC Virginia, and Virginia Revolution SC. Awan was also selected for the 2025 Girls Academy Mid-Atlantic Talent ID Session and the 2025 Girls Academy National ID Session, showing her growth and potential within the youth soccer pathway.
“Aleeza is a natural leader with an exceptional tactical understanding of the game,” said Loudoun United FC USL W Head Coach Christian Cziommer. “Her ability to organize the backline and her physical presence make her an ideal fit for the high standards of the USL W League. We are excited to see her continue her development at this level.”
Player: Aleeza Awan
Position: Defender
Birthdate: 09/08/2009
Age: 16
Birthplace: Leesburg, VA
Height: 5’5”
Felton joins Loudoun United from George Mason University, where she is currently competing as a graduate student. Prior to George Mason, Felton played at the University of Miami, where she earned 2023 All-ACC Academic Selection honors and was one of four players to start at least 16 matches during her junior season. She logged the most minutes among all Miami midfielders in 2023, totaling 1,108 minutes, and played at least 60 minutes on 14 occasions. In 2025, Felton represented the U.S. Soccer Women’s Futsal National Team during an international trip to Costa Rica, where the team trained and played official matches, including the program’s historic first match against Costa Rica. She also brings previous USL W League experience, having competed for McLean Soccer in 2022. That season, Felton appeared in eight total matches, recording one goal and three assists across regular season and postseason play. Prior to college, Felton was named to the 2019 United Soccer Coaches Youth Girls All-East Region Team, competed for McLean ECNL, trained with Celtic FC in Scotland, and worked with the Washington Spirit coaching staff.
“We are thrilled to announce the addition of midfielder Jordan Felton to our USL W League roster,” said Loudoun United FC USL W Head Coach Christian Cziommer. “A seasoned competitor with extensive experience in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and the Atlantic 10 (A-10), Felton brings a high level of tactical awareness and veteran leadership to the Revolution midfield.”
Player: Jordan Felton
Position: Midfielder
Birthdate: 09/04/2002
Age: 23
Birthplace: Waldorf, MD
Height: 5’3”
About Loudoun United FC
Loudoun United FC is the highest-level professional soccer club in Virginia, competing in the USL Championship. The club is committed to advancing the game, developing top talent, and providing a high-quality experience for players, supporters, and the local community. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.loudoununitedfc.com.
Fans can secure their seats for Loudoun United FC’s next home match as they host Detroit City at Segra Field for a 6:00 PM kickoff on May 23. Come out and watch as Loudoun take the pitch and be part of the matchday energy in Leesburg. Tickets start at just $10 and can be purchased now at https://www.loudoununitedfc.com/tickets/ets/.
