Name: Nick Judah Position: Forward
Height: 5’ 11” Weight: 180 Birthday: 11/19/1985
Hometown: Louisville, KY Last Club Played For: Javanon
College: Nick attended Centre College where he played soccer and ran track all four years while majoring in History and Spanish. As a three year starter for the soccer team, Nick was named to the All Conference team three times and the All Region team twice. He scored 28 goals in his career and was named team captain his senior year. As a track athlete Nick earned All Conference honors all four years and was a conference champion in the 4x400 meter relay in 2006.
Club/Prep/High School: Nick played for United Soccer club and the Javanon Soccer club where he was a part of 5 state championships and two regional semifinal appearances. He attended Ballard High School where he enjoyed a decorated career that included being a three time All District and All Region selection, team captain his junior and senior year, and team MVP his junior and senior year. Nick recorded 77 goals and 27 assists during his career.
Getting to know Nick...
Personal: Nick is a licensed realtor serving as a sales associate for the Judah Real Estate Group. Nick is the son of Michael and Sally Judah, and also has a younger sister, Ali, who is a decorated equestrian and currently a sophomore at Centre College.
What is your favorite move on the field: Any type of Speed move.
What is your most memorable soccer moment: Winning the last game of my college career at Depauw. It was the only time we beat them in my four years and it was the retirement game for Depauw’s coach.
Favorite pre-game meal: Pasta
Who was your favorite coach and why? Jason Meurer. He was the type of coach that could get the most out his players without yelling. We respected him so much that we played hard because we did not want to let him down. Jason was more than just a great coach though. Not only did I develop into a much better soccer player under Jason, but he also helped me to become a better person and even tutored me when I was struggling to get through Algebra in the 6th grade.
What would you recommend to young players who want to become a professional athlete? Develop a really strong work ethic. When you think you are pushing yourself hard, remember that there is always someone going harder. Also make sure that you have a true passion for the game, because if you don’t enjoy it then it is not worth doing it.
Best part about being a professional athlete: Being able to compete at a very high level.
Favorite movie: Pulp Fiction
Hobbies & Interests: Playing and watching basketball, football and soccer. University of Louisville athletics. Hanging out with my friends, Watching True Blood and Dexter.
Favorite music group/artist: Eminem and Notorious B.I.G.
Someone you would like to meet: Barack Obama
Where is your favorite vacation spot? Las Vegas or Miami
Biggest thrill in soccer: Signing with the Louisville Lightning.
