Shay Spitz

Shay Spitz (born January 27, 1988) is a Hong Kong-born New Zealander footballer who currently plays for Hong Kong Rangers FC in the Hong Kong Premier League. Spitz also holds United States citizenship.

Career

College and amateur

Spitz took classes at Orange Coast College in Orange County, California for one semester, however he did not play intercollegiate soccer. In 2006, Spitz transferred to California State University, Fullerton and played college soccer for four years, making 77 appearances and scoring 12 goals.

Spitz also spent the 2010 season with Hollywood United Hitmen in the USL Premier Development League.

Professional

On February 15, 2012, Spitz signed a professional contract with USL Pro club Los Angeles Blues and made his debut on May 4 in a 2-1 win over the Wilmington Hammerheads.

Kitchee

On September 12, 2012, Spitz signed a professional contract with Hong Kong First Division League club Kitchee. He was forced to leave the club after reports that he did not have a work permit which was required even though he was born in Hong Kong.

Los Angeles Blues

In March 2013, Spitz rejoined Los Angeles Blues. He scored his first goal for the club on April 26, 2013 in a 4-0 victory over the Wilmington Hammerheads.

Southern District

On 9 July 2015, He joined Southern District after Hong Kong Rangers and played 1 season there.

International career

Spitz was included in the 12-player roster of United States national beach soccer team for Copa Salvador del Mundo 2013.