Jeb Brovsky

  • Years with club: 2016
  • Position: Defender (Centre-Back / Right-Back) / Midfielder (Defensive Midfield)
  • Nationality: American
  • Acquisition: Signed ahead of the 2016 NASL season

Jeb Brovsky joined Minnesota United FC for their final season in the North American Soccer League (NASL) in 2016. A versatile veteran of Major League Soccer (MLS) with stints at Vancouver Whitecaps FC, Montreal Impact, and New York City FC, he brought significant top-level experience to the Loons’ backline. He was a utility player, featuring primarily as a defender but capable of covering defensive midfield, and was known for his work rate and strong character.

Key stats with Minnesota United (NASL):

  • Total NASL regular season appearances: 24 (18 in the Fall Championship, 8 in the Spring Championship)
  • Goals: 0
  • Assists: 1
  • Total club appearances (all competitions): 27
  • Departure: Retired from professional soccer in December 2016.

Memorable moments:

  • MLS veteran status: Brovsky was highly regarded across MLS for his defensive versatility and strong presence on the field.
  • Humanitarian work: Throughout his career, Brovsky was recognized for his off-field contributions. He founded the non-profit organization Peace Pandemic in 2010, which uses soccer to promote non-violence and empowerment among youth worldwide. He was named the Humanitarian of the Year by both the Vancouver Whitecaps (2011) and the Montreal Impact (2012).
  • Early retirement: Brovsky retired from professional soccer at the end of the 2016 season at the age of 28.

Where is he now?:

  • Following his retirement, Brovsky transitioned into coaching, serving as an assistant coach at the University of St. Thomas and later as the Elite Boys Director for the Colorado Rapids Soccer Club.
  • He also held a position as an assistant coach for the men’s soccer team at Yale University until 2023.
  • Brovsky is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of The Farm F.C., an organization focused on individual and group training and mental health for soccer players.
  • In a new role announced in early 2025, he also serves as the Varsity Head Coach for both the boys and girls soccer programs at Kent Denver School in Colorado.