A three-time American Athletic Conference Goalkeeper of the Week, Leeker brings an impressive college resume to the Monarchs ahead of his rookie season. For the University of Memphis Tigers, he featured in 47 matches while playing over 4,200 minutes. Leeker totaled 10 shutouts to earn a save percentage of .749 in four years as a starter.
SCOUTING REPORT: “Jake’s a tremendous guy, who fits in well with the group we have … He came to us highly recommended, and we expect him to compete with the other keepers we have in the club … he’s a big guy and someone who moves well for a guy his size… a good shot stopper…”
PERSONAL: Son of Paula and Russell Leeker ... trained with USMNT team and current Colorado Rapids goalkeeper Tim Howard in Memphis … currently pursuing his MBA