Brandon Kristopher Miller (born December 26, 1989, in

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) is a retired American

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player who played as a

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Playing career

Club

Rochester Rhinos

In December 2011, Miller started is professional career signing with the

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in the

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. After several seasons playing backup, Miller had a breakout season in 2015. Earning 24 appearances, Miller set USL records in both shutouts (13) and goals-against average (0.54). His achievements earned him the 2015 USL Goal Keeper of the Year Award.

Orange County Blues

Ahead of the 2016 season, Miller signed with Orange County Blues FC. Miller helped the Blues return to the playoffs, but they did not reach the Western Conference finals for a second consecutive season.

Harrisburg City Islanders

In March 2017, Miller moved back to the USL Eastern Conference and joined the

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. Miller established himself as first choice keeper, but the City Islanders struggled to gain form in 2017 finishing 11th in the Eastern Conference.

Charlotte Independence

In January 2018, Miller returned to Charlotte signing with

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. In December 2021, Miller announced his retirement from playing professional soccer.

Achievements

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*Championship **Winners : 2015 *USL Regular Season **Winners: 2015 * Eastern Conference **Winners (Playoffs): 2015 **Winners (Regular season): 2015

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* * {{DEFAULTSORT:Miller, Brandon 1989 births Living people American men's soccer players Men's association football goalkeepers Charlotte Independence players Indiana Invaders players Orange County SC players Penn FC players Rochester New York FC players Soccer players from Charlotte, North Carolina UNC Wilmington Seahawks men's soccer players USL Championship players USL League Two players