San Jose Earthquakes II announced the addition of three players from the California Golden Bears, University of California, Berkeley, through free transfers. The club welcomed CJ Grey, a 22-year-old left-back; Nonso Adimabua, a 24-year-old centre-forward; and Connor Lambe, a 23-year-old goalkeeper to their roster.
The signings took place over multiple years with Grey joining in 2022, Adimabua in 2025, and Lambe in 2026. San Jose Earthquakes II competes in MLS Next Pro, the third tier of U.S. soccer, and hosts its matches at PayPal Park, which accommodates 18,000 fans.
These acquisitions reinforce San Jose Earthquakes II’s strategy of integrating emerging collegiate talent from reputable programs to enhance competitiveness and depth within MLS Next Pro.
CSB Take
The addition of CJ Grey, Nonso Adimabua, and Connor Lambe highlights San Jose Earthquakes II’s commitment to developing young players transitioning from college soccer. Securing talent from a respected program like the California Golden Bears fortifies the club’s roster and supports sustainable growth within the third-tier league. Such strategic player transfers are essential for building a strong foundation in the San Jose soccer system going forward.
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