Height: 6 ft 3 in         Weight:  185 lbs       Birthday: 5/27/85

 

Hometown: Louisville, KY       

Last Club Played For: 1790 Cincinnati Express

Professional Experience: Horne has now signed his third professoinal contract as a member of the Louisville Lightning. In the spring of 2007, Horne signed for the Cincinnati Kings of the United Soccer League's 2^nd Division (USL-2). Horne Played in 18 of 20 games on the season registering 3 goals, 1 assist, and picking up USL-2 Team of the Week honors during his time with the organization. Following trial stints with six other professional clubs, Horne moved inside and signed with the 1790 Cincinnati Express of the Professional Arena Soccer League (PASL). While with Cincinnati, Horne scored 8 goals and had 6 assists, helping the team to the 2009 Eastern Division title. Horne and Cincinnati played the 2009 North American Championship game, losing to the Stockton Cougars in the final.

 

College: Horne was a four year letter winner at Centre College. A two-time captain, Horne was Centre’s first NSCAA/adidas Academic All-American. The 2006 Centre College Male Athlete of the Year, Horne was a three-time All-SCAC (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference) performer and finished runner-up in conference voting for Defensive Player of the Year in both 2005 and 2006. Horne was twice named to the NSCAA All-South Central Region 1st Team and was honored by D3kicks.com as a 2006 Regional All-American. In his career, Horne amassed 18 goals and 7 assists for a total of 43 points as a stopper.

Club/Prep/High School: Horne played for eight years at Mockingbird Valley Soccer Club. A product of Saint Xavier High School, Horne was a 2002 KHSAA High School State Champion and two-time state finalist with the Tigers.

Personal: Horne is the General Manager of the Louisville Lightning. Formerly the head coach, Horne has shifted roles to a player/assistant coach with the hiring of head coach Scott Budnick. During his time playing with the Kings and 1790, Horne served as the Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach for Centre College, his alma mater.

Horne resides in Louisville, KY… He is the son of John and Peggy Horne… holds a Bachelor of Science degree in International Studies from Centre College… has an older brother, John, who is a CPA and is in law school at the University of Kentucky, and a younger sister, Anna, who plays soccer at Centre College.
 

 

 

Pregame Superstition: I don’t belive in superstitions, but I do conduct a thorough pregame routine of relaxation and visualization.

What is your favorite move on the field: one touch passes

Favorite pre-game meal: bananas, a power bar, and Gatorade

What is your most memorable soccer moment: I have several: Winning my first state championship with the U-10 Mighty Falcons in PKs, Winning the state championship with Saint X my senior year, Beating #1 team in the nation Trinity University while a junior at Centre, and signing my first professional contract with the Cincinnati Kings. But being a part of the Louisville Lightning is the most memorable moment in the making. 

Who was your favorite coach and why? John Wooden, because he’s an exceptional leader with a brilliant philosophy on life and coaching. Aside from him, it's my Dad, senior Horne.

What would you recommend to young players who want to become a professional athlete?: I would recommend not making it your primary goal to become a professional athlete, because you don’t have a whole lot of control over that goal. Instead, I would recommend striving to become the best at which you are capable. Striving to achieve your potential is something that you have complete control over, and if that translates into the talent and opportunity to become a professional athlete, then definitely go for it.

Best part about being a professional athlete: The mental and physical challenge of the game at the highest level, and the opportunity to be a part of something greater than yourself.

Favorite music group/artist: Tom Petty

Favorite movie: Rudy

Hobbies & Interests: Spending time with family and friends and the Louisville Lightning are about all I have time for right now.

A “funny human trick” you can do: I have a strange whistle

Someone you would like to meet: John Wooden

Favorite quote: "There are only two ways to live your life - one is as though nothing is a miracle, the other is as though everything is a miracle." -Albert Einstein

Where is your favorite vacation spot?: London, England

Biggest thrill in soccer: I’d say the most memorable moments sum it up, but I’m hoping the inaugural season of the Louisville Lightning will be the best yet!