#36 | Midfielder
Aiden Benitez | #36
Position: MF
Height: 5’7”
Weight: 147 lbs.
DOB: 04/14/2007
Birthplace: Westfield, IN
Acquired: 01/30/21
Previous club: Indiana Fire Academy (MLS Next)
With Indy Eleven: Benitez is signed with Indy Eleven on a USL Academy contract, allowing him to train and participate in First Team activities while retaining NCAA eligibility. Benitez played for Indy Eleven’s USL Academy Team league this past season, helping lead the team to a league-best 6-3 record. Benitez’s signing was a historic one, as he became the youngest player in USL Championship history at 14 years, three months and 26 days of age.
Before Indy Eleven: Benitez played on Indiana Fire Academy’s U15 team before inking his USL Academy contract with Indy Eleven. He previously played for Hoosier FC, a club team based in Noblesville, IN.
