Jordan Bender (born July 9, 2001) is an American professional soccer player who plays as an attacking midfielder for USL League One club Sarasota Paradise.
Club career Orlando City Having joined the Orlando City Development Academy (DA) aged 13 and captaining the U19 team in the process, Bender signed his first professional contract with Orlando City B (OCB), Orlando City's USL League One affiliate, on November 14, 2018. In December 2019, Bender signed a Homegrown contract with Orlando City ahead of the 2020 season. In doing so he became the first Orlando player to be signed to the senior team having directly come through both the academy and OCB.
Charlotte Independence loan On May 6, 2021, Bender joined USL Championship team Charlotte Independence on loan for the 2021 season. He made his debut on May 14, 2021, as a 77th-minute substitute in a 3–0 win over Charleston Battery. He was recalled by Orlando City on September 1 having made 15 appearances. Bender had his contract option declined at the end of the 2021 season.
Cape Town City In July 2022, Bender signed with South African Premier Division club Cape Town City.
Metta Bender joined Latvian club Metta in early 2024. At the end of season, Bender was released by the club.
AFC Eskilstuna Bender played for Ettan club AFC Eskilstuna.
Sarasota Paradise Bender signed with USL League One club Sarasota Paradise on March 26, 2026.
International career In 2017, Bender received his first call-up to the United States U16 national team during their February training camp. In January 2020, Bender was called in to the U20 camp for two friendlies against Mexico as an injury replacement for Kevin Bonilla.
Career statistics As of August 28, 2021 ClubSeasonLeagueCupPlayoffsTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsOrlando City B2019USL1160——160202030——30Total1900000190Orlando City2020MLS20——20Charlotte Independence2021USLC150——150Career total3600000360
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Jordan Bender at Orlando City B